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The Sun
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
All the Love Island couples you'd forgotten are STILL together as loved-up stars celebrate ten year anniversary special
Published: Invalid Date, AFTER a decade of Love Island we've had more splits than we've had hot dinners. But some couples have defied the odds and are still going strong proving their connection was more than just a holiday romance. From weddings bells to babies these couples have turned reality TV sparks into real-life love stories. As the show gears up for its ten-year anniversary episode, let's take a look at the surprising couples you probably forgot were still loved-up long after the villa. Grace and Luca 16 Grace Jackson met her match in Luca Bish during the second season of Love Island: All Stars. Whilst Luca initially struggled to find his footing in the villa, everything changed when sparks flew between him and Grace which ultimately led the pair to become runners-up in the competition. Since leaving the show, the couple have gone from strength to strength spending holidays together and regularly sharing loved-up snaps. Tommy and Molly-Mae Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury were one of the most high-profile couples to come out of Love Island. The pair first fell for each other during season five back in 2019 and quickly became fan favourites, staying strong long after the villa. From moving in together and welcoming their baby daughter Bambi, to landing major brand deals and red carpet appearances, they built an enviable life together. Although the pair hit headlines with news of a split last year the couple have since reunited and are going strong. Molly and Zach 16 Molly Marsh and Zachariah Noble's journey on Love Island wasn't exactly smooth sailing — but it definitely kept viewers hooked. After an early connection, Molly was dramatically dumped from the villa only to make a bombshell return, reigniting her romance with Zac and proving their spark was still alive. Despite ups and downs, the couple made it all the way to the final placing fourth and have continued to thrive on the outside. The couple briefly split in March 2024 but have come back together and since moved in together showing that they're more than just a reality TV fling. Ekin-Su and Curtis Pritchard SPLIT three months after Love Island All Stars 16 Jess Shears and Dom Lever met in 2017 on season three, the couple faced their fair share of scepticism early on — especially after Jess was dumped from the villa before Dom. But their love proved to be the real deal, with the pair reuniting on the outside, later tying the knot and welcoming two sons. Now living a quieter life away from the spotlight in Devon, Jess and Dom remain one of the show's rare long-term love stories. Elma and Sammy 16 Sparks flew between Elma Pazar and Sammy Root on Love Island: All Stars this year despite the pair's nine-year age gap. After both making waves on different seasons, the pair briefly connected on The Only Way is Essex before reuniting on Love Island. Since coming fifth place on the show Elma and Sammy have been inseparable even appearing on Towie's latest season as a couple. Olivia and Alex 16 Olivia Buckland and Alex Bowen fell for each other in 2016 on season two of the show and turned their summer fling into a full-blown fairytale. The pair quickly became fan favourites with their playful banter and undeniable chemistry and just months after leaving the villa Alex popped the question. The couple tied the knot in a stunning ceremony in 2018 and have since welcomed their son Abel, built a dream home together, and carved out a lasting career in the spotlight. Olivia and Alex are proof that reality TV romance can turn into real love — and fans still adore them nearly a decade on. Josh and Sophie 16 Sophie Piper and Josh Ritchie found unexpected love during the first all star series back in 2024. The pair hit it off quickly in the villa — surprising fans with their flirty chemistry and solid connection. Whilst they didn't take home the crown, their relationship has continued to blossom on the outside. Harriet and Ronnie 16 This pair had a very rocky relationship both in and out of the villa, first meeting in 2024 on season 11 of the dating show. The couple split just months after leaving the villa after allegations of infidelity but reconnected on the newest season of All Stars. After navigating a few love triangle's and some serious head-turning moments the pair eventually found their stride. Since leaving the show Harriet and Ronnie have remained together and are still going strong. Indiyah and Dami Indiyah Polack and Dami Hope won hearts during Love Island 2022 with one of the most memorable redemption arcs the show's ever seen. After a few bumps in the road which included their viral Casa Amor reunion the couple came back stronger than ever and proved their bond was the real deal placing third. Since leaving the villa, Indiyah and Dami have gone from strength to strength, both moving in together and even sparking engagement rumours. Uma and Wil 16 Uma Jammeh and Wil Anderson quickly became one of Love Island's most talked-about couples after meeting on season 11 back in 2024. Sparks flew between the pair and when Wil was dumped from the villa rather than choosing to stay, Uma immediately made up her mind to leave with him, saying she didn't want to continue the show without him. Since leaving the island, they've continued to build on their relationship enjoying romantic trips and moving into a London pad together. Tom and Molly 16 These Love Island winners won the hearts of the nation when they appeared on Love Island: All Stars first season last year. Molly Smith entered the villa alongside her ex Callum Jones but ultimately found love with Tom Clare and the pair went on to win the show. Since leaving the villa, Molly and Tom have been inseparable sharing glimpses of their new life together with glam date nights, holidays, and have bought their first home together. Kai and Sanam 16 Kai Fagan and Sanam Harrinanan made Love Island history as the first Casa Amor couple to win the show. From the moment they connected during Casa Amor, their bond stood out making them fan favourites of season nine. Since leaving the villa, the pair have continued to thrive — moving in together, travelling the world with Sanam returning to her roots in social work. The couple got engaged in April last year and are preparing for their wedding this summer just two years since they won the show. Nathan and Cara Nathan Massey and Cara De La Hoyde met during the 2016 series and took home the season three crown. Their cheeky banter and natural chemistry had them become fan favourites in and out the villa. Their relationship hit a brief rough patch after the birth of their first child and the pair split in 2017. But in 2019 the pair reunited, got married and are now proud parents to two adorable children, Freddie and Delilah. Jamie and Camilla 16 Camilla Thurlow was the sweet and reserved fan favourite of Love Island 2017, having had a rocky road in the villa — which all changed when Jamie Jewitt walked in and swept her off her feet. Their romance unfolded slowly capturing the hearts of viewers and the pair ended up placing second on season three. Since leaving the show, the couple have built a beautiful life together, tying the knot in 2021 and welcoming two daughters, Nell and Nora and a son Brodie. Jessie and Will Farmer Will Young and Aussie lass Jessie Wynter connected on season nine of the show back in 2023. Jessie, a bombshell from Love Island Australia, entered the UK villa and instantly hit it off with Will. Despite facing challenges during Casa Amor, the pair chose to stay together and have been inseparable ever since. Post-villa, Jessie has relocated to the UK to be with Will on his family farm in Buckinghamshire and the couple even brought out a podcast together. Liam and Millie 16 Liam Reardon and Millie Court captured each other's hearts on Love Island 2021 taking home the season seven crown. Their journey wasn't without drama, fans may remember Liam's infamous Casa Amor cheating scandal but the couples redemption arc sealed their status as winners. After the show, the pair moved in together and embraced life in the spotlight, attending red carpets and landing major brand deals although they shocked fans by announcing their split in 2022. A year later the couple rekindled their romance and have gone from strength to strength starting their own podcast.
Yahoo
6 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
Your Daily Couples Horoscope for June 01, 2025
Communication is key in any relationship, but sometimes things fall through the cracks. Our daily couple horoscope can help you find what's been lost and maintain that spark! Try not to worry about your partner's ever-changing moods. They aren't going to make any serious decisions without you, and most likely they'll snap right back to where they started soon. Your partner will be incredibly giving and helpful today, so much so that you might suspect something is up! Leave your worries behind, though, because it's all completely genuine. It's hard for you to be satisfied with the current situation, but fortunately you're going to hit on a hot new idea that should make life a lot more interesting for you and your partner. Even though you're feeling great (and maybe a little frisky), you might drift off into a daydream when your partner is talking. Be ready to snap back with a response when it's called for. See if you can find a way to double-check with your partner about your recent discussion. You might have very different impressions. It'll take a while, but you can hammer it out together. Feeling lost with your career? Guidance is one click away! Don't be surprised if your partner isn't ready to go when you both agreed to. It's one of those days when it seems like you're using different clocks. Your patience will be rewarded. Your partner might get a little frustrated with you today, but only if they're expecting you to make a decision. That will be hard for you thanks to your ability to see both sides of any issue. You can make little changes that will surprise and delight your partner even though nobody else will notice. That imagination of yours is incredibly powerful when it's on, like now. Make sure your partner is handling any important details that can't be avoided. You're not going to have much of a head for them, and you could even lose the most important ones! You'll probably have an easier time with things today than your partner will, so see if you can find a way to help them push through whatever they need to do before going to sleep. Money issues could cause stress today, but most likely a short-term spending limit will be all it takes to ease the pressure. Make sure your partner is okay with the solution you prefer. Lend a hand before your partner asks for it. You'll be able to see just what's needed before they even realize what's going on. You may want to sweep in like a romantic hero! Find your cosmic purpose. Receive personalized astrological guidance with Astrology+.
Yahoo
20 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Would you want toilet rolls and kitchen towels as a wedding gift?
THEY may not be the sort of gifts that would send the recipients into throes of ecstasy, but at least they're going to be of use. Bypassing the usual crystal wine glasses, fine china tea sets and his and hers jewellery, Tesco has launched a wedding gift registry featuring everyday items like loo roll, bin bags and shower gel. The supermarket chain's Really Useful Stuff bundle also includes toothpaste, kitchen towel, antibacterial hand wash and shampoo. If you ask me it's a great idea. Unlike many wedding presents these items won't end up at the back of a cupboard for years, but will go straight into everyday use. Wedding gifts are problematic, both for the couple on the receiving end and for friends and family. When I got married we invited only a handful of guests, all close family, who asked what we wanted. Our presents included a microwave oven, a duvet cover, a lovely glass vase (also still in use) and a gorgeous wooden salad bowl, all, bar the oven, still in use today. My now sister-in-law, who had been living in China, gave us a pot of Chinese rice wine, traditionally drunk by the bride and groom to bring good luck. We were delighted with everything. But had we had a big wedding with a large number of guests, I can say for certain we would have stipulated no gifts, to avoid accumulating 18 sets of bath towels, 13 toasters and ten personalised chopping boards. As a guest, choosing a present, especially if you're not familiar with the couple's lifestyle, can be tricky. It's not only about what to buy, but how much to spend. You don't want to break the bank, but neither do you want to appear a cheapskate. Most couples already own a toaster when they tie the knot. Picture: Pixabay This sort of dilemma is perhaps even worse with wedding lists. These place people in a quandary. I've been to a few weddings where people's names are flagged up beside the gift they have chosen, so everyone knows who has opted for the set of three tea towels as opposed to the 13-piece Ultimate Le Creuset Cookware set. We were once invited to a wedding, prior to which the John Lewis gift list contained numerous ludicrously expensive items such as a sofa and a dishwasher. It was a morning suit affair too, so I was thankful that we managed to come up with a fictitious trip to Tasmania that sadly clashed with the date. We sent a gift voucher based on what we could afford. Wedding lists, and indeed presents generally, are intended to equip the happy couple for their new start in life, but nowadays most couples have already been living together for some while - as my partner and I had for more 12 years - so their household needs have already been met before tying the knot. Research carried out for Tesco found that many couples are ditching items typically associated with wish lists, like fine china and furniture, in favour of more practical goods. Cost increases mean the average couple now takes a year to pay off their wedding, which could be behind their desire to receive household essentials rather than luxuries. I like the traditional Greek wedding idea of pinning money on the bride and groom's clothing or throwing it towards them as they dance. It's a fun was of giving, with no way of anyone - guests or newlyweds - knowing how much anyone has donated. We recently attended a lovely wedding, at which there was no obligation to give anything, but if we so wished we could donate towards the couple's honeymoon, which we were happy to do. I wonder, does anyone still stock up their 'bottom drawer'- traditionally the place that a young, unmarried woman would put things - mostly household items like towels and tablecloths - to use once she was married?
Washington Post
a day ago
- General
- Washington Post
A stranger messaged me saying my new boyfriend is a liar
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CNET
a day ago
- Business
- CNET
You Don't Have to Combine Finances if You Get Married. Experts Offer Tips to Make It Work
JGI/Managing finances may not be a first-date topic but it's important to establish early on how you both want to approach money. As a married couple, managing money requires even more communication and shared decision-making. These negotiations can potentially be a bit more fraught if you want to maintain financial independence from your spouse. Financial planner Uziel Gomez said many couples he's worked with start out approaching money differently and never decide on a clear plan. "Clients often arrive with a system for managing their finances separately, which may have developed more by default than by design," said Gomez, a certified financial planner and accredited financial counselor. Combining finances when you get married is not a foregone conclusion. In fact, if you and your partner each have your own money management methods that work for you individually, keeping finances separate can potentially help you divide your budget equitably. Managing your own money can also offer you each more financial independence, which can become especially important if the relationship ends for any reason. We asked financial planners and legal experts to weigh in with tips to help manage separate finances when you're married. Read more: More Couples Should Have the Money Talk. Here's Why (and How to Do It) Discuss WHY you're keeping separate finances Household money management might feel like a sensitive subject but avoiding these conversations could leave you unprepared to meet major financial or life goals together down the line. Discuss why you each want to manage money the way you do, and set clear guidelines for what you'll each be responsible for and how you'll make big financial decisions like buying property and saving for retirement. Consider the implications of income disparities A difference in income could potentially lead to tension if one partner is reluctant to ask the other for help so it's best to get ahead of it, Gomez said. An income disparity between spouses can create conflict in any marriage but it can be particularly challenging if you want to maintain separate finances. One spouse might take on the responsibility of paying household costs while the other shoulders other responsibilities. But ask yourself: What does that mean for your finances if the marriage ends? How does it affect the way you plan for the future? Can you build personal savings or a retirement account, even if you're not contributing to household expenses? Discuss these questions with your spouse to make sure you're on the same page, especially as your incomes evolve over the years. Keep a shared account (or more) for shared expenses Gomez recommended that couples keep some shared funds even if most expenses are separate. Feed money into a shared checking account to pay household bills so those can be automated or deducted electronically without added complications. He also noted that building a shared rainy day fund can help cover unexpected expenses or if one spouse is unable to pay their share. It's important to discuss early on what the shared accounts will cover. Some common expenses you may want to include: Mortgage or rent Property taxes HOA fees Homeowners insurance Utiltiies Home maintenance If you have a shared account, you can still build your own spending and savings accounts separate from your spouse. This not only lets you shop without the stress of shared decision-making, but it also helps you maintain financial independence if the relationship ends. And this doesn't necessarily mean divorce -- if the partner who always manages the money dies, it could create additional stress for the surviving spouse if they don't have control of the accounts or a credit history to help them rebuild their finances alone. If you do share an account, make sure you both have access to review expenses and contributions to avoid any unwelcome surprises (like insufficient funds). What to do if you have (or plan to have) children If you're raising children (or plan to) with your spouse, keeping finances separated will likely require some additional work. This might be a good time to set up one of those combined accounts we just mentioned. The account could let you both contribute to day-to-day expenses as well as medical care, day care and education costs. Some accounts, like a health savings account or 529 plan, can only be owned by one person. If you want to keep these separate for your children, you could each set up your own plan or have one plan that each partner contributes to. If you don't have children yet but both want to have them in the future, setting up a "family" account for future child-care expenses is a smart move. If either of you brings children from a previous relationship to the marriage, setting up a separate account for just their expenses will likely make sense, especially if the child's other parent is still involved. Agree on how you'll file taxes Financial experts tend to recommend filing taxes jointly if you're married because it gives you access to perks only available to married couples. But joint filing could be complicated if you want to maintain complete financial independence from your spouse. Speak with an accountant about the tax implications of filing jointly versus separately so you and your spouse can decide together what works best for you. However you plan to file, also ask about tax deductions or credits tied to various household expenses, like mortgage interest, energy credits and home office costs, and take those into consideration as you decide who will pay for what. Know who owns what under the law Even if you maintain separate finances and purchase assets individually, those assets might be shared property under state law. Assets (and debts) acquired by either spouse while married are considered to be "community property" in nine states: Arizona, California, Idaho, Louisiana, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, Washington and Wisconsin. "Clients often face challenges when they discover that accounts or assets they believed were separate are considered shared marital property," said Nicole Sodoma, a family and divorce attorney. That could mean your savings, retirement accounts, home, and other assets and property belong equally to both spouses, regardless of who paid for them or whose name is on the account. A few other states let spouses opt into treating assets as community property, so pay attention to that decision when you get married. Community property is usually split 50/50 in a divorce unless you come to a different agreement. If you live in a community property state, Sodoma suggested that putting assets in a trust might offer some protection. But that depends on state-specific laws so work with a financial advisor and an attorney to make plans that work for you. Keep lines of communication open Your financial situation will change over the course of your marriage so maintain an ongoing discussion about money. Sodoma recommended a regular family meeting to check in on financial responsibilities, goals and priorities. This type of meeting makes space for conversations about money and it lets you keep the rest of your time with your spouse free from financial stress or questions. "Open and honest communication is crucial in any marriage, particularly when it comes to managing separate finances," said Gomez. "Establishing clear expectations and defining the roles each partner will play is essential for building a strong foundation for their financial future together."
