Former Coronation Street star Helen Flanagan has emotionally revealed details about her past relationship with boxing legend David Haye, expressing her feelings of falling in love with the sports star. Helen shared her personal journey on the show Celebs Go Dating, where she disclosed the complexities of her romance with David Haye. The episode, aired on September 2, showcased Helen breaking down as she opened up to love experts about her feelings towards David.
The actress recounted how she and David developed a romantic connection after meeting on ‘I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here’ in 2012. Despite rumours of being in a ‘throuple’ with David and his girlfriend Sian Osbourne, Helen admitted her struggles with David’s open relationship status. She expressed her unexpected feelings, stating, “I didn’t mean to fall in love with him but I did.” Helen revealed the challenges she faced, acknowledging the complexity of the situation, especially given David’s existing relationship.
Following her split from long-term partner Scott Sinclair in 2022, Helen admitted feeling lonely and took more than nine months to begin dating again. She clarified that being part of a ‘throuple’ was not suitable for her, explaining that watching someone she loved with another person would have been difficult. Helen tearfully discussed her feelings of guilt and loneliness, expressing regret over unintentionally hurting others. She reflected on the emotional turmoil, highlighting the impact of loneliness on her decisions.
Helen’s candid revelations on Celebs Go Dating shed light on the emotional complexities of her past relationship with David Haye. Her honesty and vulnerability resonated with viewers as she navigated her feelings of love, guilt, and loneliness. As Helen continues her quest for love, she remains open about her past experiences, providing insight into the challenges of navigating complicated relationships in the public eye.