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BBC News
14-07-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Polvara and quartet surplus to Dons requirements?
Midfielder Dante Polvara, centre-backs Slobodan Rubezic and Richard Jensen, plus strikers Ester Sokler and Peter Ambrose, were playing in a second string against Turriff United as Aberdeen's first team were taking on Cove Rangers in Saturday's friendly, suggesting they are surplus to requirements. (Press & Journal), externalRead Monday's Scottish Gossip in full.
Yahoo
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Granddaughter of major Edinburgh film star dating Scottish footballer
The granddaughter of an Edinburgh film star celebrated Scottish cup glory with her Aberdeen star boyfriend, Dante Polvara. The midfielder was a hero at Hampden as Aberdeen Football Club pulled off a shock Scottish cup victory over Scotland, and by his side was none other than Natasha Connery, granddaughter of Sir Sean Connery- the original James Bond. During the match he was brought off the bench and scored a penalty in the shootout as Aberdeen FC won 4-3, reports The Daily Record. READ MORE: Liam Gallagher issues 'stern warning' as start time revealed ahead of Edinburgh Oasis gigs READ MORE: Young Edinburgh man missing after 'out of character' disappearance at 5am Off the pitch, the 25-year-old American who signed for Pittodrie straight from New York City FC's youth sides, has been dating Natasha since last summer. She is the daughter of Sir Sean Connery's stepson, making her a true Bond legacy. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox The first actor to bring 007 to life on the big screen, starring in classics like Goldfinger and Diamonds Are Forever, Sir Sean Connery also bagged an Oscar for The Untouchables and was knighted in 2000 for his contribution to film. Adding another twist, former Rangers chairman Sir David Murray revealed that Connery secretly invested £1million into the club. Murray wrote in his book Mettle: "For years, Sean and I would share a catch-up call every weekend to chat through the football and we would inevitably kick off with Rangers. "After all, he had put £1million into the club which no one knew about at the time or even since. "I was raising £50million in 2004 and Sean asked if he could invest. "I told him that it was football, that there were no guarantees and he should get professional advice but he was adamant - he wanted in." Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages.
Daily Record
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Aberdeen star's Bond link as he dates Sean Connery's granddaughter
Dante Polvara has been spotted on social media spending time with Sean Connery's granddaughter, Natasha. Aberdeen star Dante Polvara celebrated Scottish cup glory, with a bond girl on his arm. The midfielder was a hero at Hampden as the Dons pulled off a shock Scottish cup victory over Scotland, and by his side was none other than Natasha Connery, granddaughter of Sir Sean Connery- the original James Bond. Polvara came off the bech during the match and calmly scored a penalty in the shootout as Aberdeen won 4-3. The 25-year-old American signed for Pittodrie straight from New York City FC's youth sides. After a loan spell in the US with Charleston Battery, he enjoyed a breakthrough 2023/24 season, making 40 appearances and scoring five goals. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. Sir Sean was the first actor to bring 007 to life on the big screen, starring in classics like Goldfinger and Diamonds Are Forever. He also bagged an Oscar for The Untouchables and was knighted in 2000 for his contribution to film. Adding another twist, former Rangers chairman Sir David Murray revealed that Connery secretly invested £1million into the club. Murray wrote in his book Mettle: "For years, Sean and I would share a catch-up call every weekend to chat through the football and we would inevitably kick off with Rangers. "After all, he had put £1million into the club which no one knew about at the time or even since. "I was raising £50million in 2004 and Sean asked if he could invest. "I told him that it was football, that there were no guarantees and he should get professional advice but he was adamant - he wanted in."
Daily Mail
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Sean Connery's glamorous granddaughter Natasha finds love with Scottish footballer following split from Gregory Peck's grandson
Sean Connery 's glamorous granddaughter Natasha has found love with American footballer Dante Polvara, who plays for Scottish Premiership club Aberdeen. The stunning fashionista, 29, was previously in a relationship with Gregory Peck's grandson Harper, 26, but their romance eventually fizzled out last year. Taking to Instagram on Sunday, Natasha confirmed her new relationship with the sportsman, who has been described by the team's manager as a 'good weapon'. 'I love doing life with you. Happy 25th my ❤️', she wrote, alongside a carousel of snaps showing the couple lounging on a yacht, embracing at a football match, and cuddling at home with their dog. Dante, originally from New York, joined Aberdeen FC in 2022 after playing for Georgetown University in Washington and USL side Charleston Battery. The club's location is especially poignant for Natasha, whose late grandfather was born nearby in Edinburgh and remained fiercely proud of his Scottish heritage throughout his life. Natasha is the daughter of Sean's step-son, Stephane, himself the son of the actor's second wife, Moroccan-French beauty Micheline. She grew up in the Bahamas - where Sean spent his later years - and has two sisters, Saskia and Samara. The beauty is now based in the UK and travels frequently around Europe, the Caribbean and the US. Despite his American roots, Dante's Scottish club connection adds a neat full circle to the famous family's story. Sean, who grew up in Fountainbridge and supported Scottish independence, often said he felt most at home in Scotland - even after moving abroad. The late actor, who died in 2020 aged 90, became a global star as James Bond in Dr. No, From Russia With Love and Goldfinger. He later won an Oscar for The Untouchables and was knighted in 2000 for services to film drama. In his later years, he was equally known for his philanthropy and cultural advocacy in Scotland - a legacy now carried on by his granddaughters. 'I love doing life with you. Happy 25th my ❤️', she wrote, alongside a carousel of snaps showing the couple cuddling at home Connery was known to be very close with his grandchildren before his death in 2020. Captioning a photo of the star at the time of his death, Natasha she wrote: 'I will never forget the day I came to see you. 'I had just turned 12... You weren't happy because my posture was terrible and I had somehow quickly developed a very nervous stutter. 'I was never like this before I was bullied. 'You insisted that we meet for lessons each day of the week. 'You would fold up a small piece of paper and place it between my teeth and give me certain phrases/sentences to practice my projection. 'You taught me how to stand up for myself and hold my head up high. You saw that I was hurting and you made it your priority to help me. I love you to the �� and back 300000x. 'Knowing you and your modesty I just hope you realize the hell of the legacy left behind.'
Press and Journal
01-06-2025
- Sport
- Press and Journal
Dante Polvara takes Aberdeen teammates to Charleston Battery homecoming
Aberdeen midfielder Dante Polvara was the guest of honour at his former side Charleston Battery on Saturday. The 24-year-old was acknowledged for his part in helping the Dons win the Scottish Cup with a warm reception from the Charleston support before their USL Cup match against Greenville Triumph kicked off. Polvara also had some of his Dons teammates in South Carolina watching on as Jack Milne, Gavin Molloy and Hibernian-bound Jamie McGrath also attended the game. The American spent time on loan at Charleston Battery in 2023, making 21 appearances and scoring one goal. The Dons players will return for pre-season training towards the end of the month.
