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Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kerry Katona shows true colours in relationship with hunky Celebs Go Dating boyfriend
Kerry Katona has come under fire after her hunky new partner's ex accused her of stealing her man. Mum-of-five Kerry has been in a love bubble with personal trainer Paolo Margaglione, 33, after meeting him on Celebs Go Dating in May. But Paolo's ex, Jessica Smith, 25, claims she was already in a relationship with the dad-of-two – and completely unaware he was filming the dating show, as OK! reports. 'He lied to me the entire time we were together. It was horrendous,' said Jessica, who is a warehouse manager from Holmfirth, Yorkshire. I do not believe that he has one single feeling for Kerry. He only cares about fame and he'll be happy he's now being put out there.' Devastated Jessica spoke out after seeing snaps of Kerry, 44, and Paolo kissing outside a London hotel. She claims he 'repeatedly lied' about taking part in the show – which also stars Love Island's Olivia Hawkins and The Chase's Mark Labbett – and that he told her he was travelling to London for business meetings when he was in fact filming scenes with smitten Kerry. But a source close to the former Atomic Kitten star, who is keeping tight-lipped over the furore, has said that after experiencing her fair share of romantic betrayals herself, she would never knowingly make a move on another woman's man. 'She's not a man-stealer and it's not something nice to be accused of, but she knows her truth and won't let it ruin things,' the source said. 'Kerry isn't going to let anyone rain on her parade.' Jess went on to claim that Paolo, who she started dating after he contacted her on Instagram, continued to send her loved-up messages while he was filming the E4 reality show, even telling her he wanted to marry her. But Paolo, who has two daughters from a previous relationship, denies any wrongdoing. 'I was never in a relationship with Jess,' he said. 'We only met up around five times. I was honest with her that I had been offered to go on a dating show and if it were to come to fruition, I would take the opportunity.' He continued, 'I made it clear to Jess that we had to stop talking and seeing each other as I had been offered to go on the show. I have nothing bad to say about Jess – she's a great girl.' Kerry's rumoured new romance comes eight months after her shock split from her former fiancé Ryan Mahoney, who she dated for six years. The pair met online and lived together in Cheshire, with personal trainer Ryan proposing to Kerry in 2020. The relationship broke down last November and Kerry later revealed they had parted over a 'breach of trust'. She said at the time, 'We are no longer together and it's been a really tough week. I never in a million years thought this would happen.' Three-times-married Kerry wed her first husband, Westlife star Brian McFadden, in 2002 and they have two daughters, Molly, 23, and Lilly-Sue, 22. She went on to marry taxi driver Mark Croft, welcoming daughter Heidi, 18, and son Max, 17, before the relationship crumbled after three years together. In 2014, she tied the knot with George Kay, the father of her youngest daughter Dylan-Jorge, 11. Tragically, former rugby league player George died in 2019 following a drug overdose. Celebrity Big Brother star Kerry is certainly no stranger to drama when it comes to her love life, but the source says she has 'learnt the hard way' when it comes to fame-hungry partners and won't be fooled again. 'She's felt that betrayal,' the source said. 'But she's got a smart head on her shoulders and she's totally happy and comfortable with Paolo. 'She has never felt or looked better, and a hunky man was really the only thing missing from her life. She's making good money and everything is on her terms. She's not being controlled or led by anyone.' READ MORE: Save £25 on Stacey Solomon's go-to blender that 'achieves perfect results'
Daily Mail
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Where is Kerry Katona's ex Mark Croft now? Former cab driver has shied the spotlight for quiet life in Bolton with his new wife - after TV star blamed him for her drug use
Kerry Katona has famously had a string of high-profile relationships and has just launched a new romance with personal trainer Paolo Margaglione. However, arguably one of her most turbulent romances was with former taxi driver Mark Croft, who she blamed for contributing to her drug use - which he denied. The couple got married in 2007 after a year of dating and had two children together - Heidi, 18, and Maxwell, 17 - before going their separate ways in 2011. Their very public split was marred by accusations of unfaithfulness, and Kerry later admitted she cheated on Mark with ex Royal Marine Kevin Green. Following their volatile break-up, Kerry then blamed him for contributing to her drug use. Since then, Mark, 54, has all but shied the spotlight and now lives a much more modest life away from fame, having gotten remarried since their split. Mark, originally from Wigan, now lives in Bolton with his second wife Kelly Croft, 37, who he married in 2016. They share a child together while Mark also has a daughter from a previous relationship. She lives in Warrington with her mother. Little else is known about Mark's life since separating from Kerry, who recently admitted her affair during their marriage was the 'best thing she ever did'. In 2023, Kerry exclusively spoke on Slingo's Getting Lippy Gossip Show alongside host Emma Conybeare and MailOnline's Rebecca Lawrence about her affair. 'I had an affair myself when I was with Mark Croft and it was the best thing that I ever did,' she shared. 'We were both married we both fell madly in love with each other he did leave his wife for a little bit but for me that just... it saved my life.' That same year, Kerry claimed she and her children no longer have any contact with Mark but said she told her daughter Heidi she could put them in touch if she desired. She told Closer: 'Despite how I feel about Mark, I don't want her to have any regrets. Max can't even remember what Mark looks like and he's not interested in the slightest, but I understand Heidi wanting to be a Daddy's girl.' The pair had a turbulent relationship after marrying at Gretna Green on Valentine's Day in 2007. Their wedding came six days before the birth of their daughter Heidi. In April 2008, they welcomed a son, Maxwell Mark. Shortly after the ceremony, reports alleged that Mark slept with a former lover in the days following their engagement and also had an affair with a second woman. They split for good in 2010, when Kerry was introduced to ex Royal Marine Kevin in January when he agreed to help out at a weight-loss bootcamp course in Kent. The singer admitted to kissing Kevin but insists the relationship didn't develop any further because they were both married. Kerry and Mark had several public bust-ups over the course of their relationship, with the singer previously blaming him for contributing to her public battle with drugs. Speaking in 2010, he owned up to his obsession with spending her money and revealed how he helped squander her millions, leaving her bankrupt, but claimed allegations he was behind her drugs problems were untrue. Mark told how he blew £1.4million on flash cars, casting a £135,000 Ferrari aside simply because it was too wide for Sainsbury's car park. Kerry was made bankrupt in 2008 for failing to deliver the final £87,000 of a £417,000 tax bill. He told now-defunct The News Of The World at the time: 'If someone said to you, ''You don't have to work'', because they have loads of money, what would you do? I've had the life of Riley.' Speaking about her three marriages a defiant Kerry insisted in 2023 that she doesn't regret anything she's done in life, claiming: 'I've not made mistakes, they've all been lessons.' The TV personality was married to Brian McFadden from 2002 to 2006 and their share kids Molly, 23, and Lilly Sue, 22. She was also married to the late George Kay from 2014 to 2017 and they share one child - DJ, 10. Kerry famously dated artist Steve Alce back in 2012, but less than a year later the fast-moving romance was over. She also dated Emily In Paris star Lucien Laviscount 12 years ago, dubbing them 'friends with benefits'. In more recent years, Kerry had a six-year relationship with Ryan Mahoney, but she ended their engagement in November over a 'breach of trust'. After their split, Kerry went public with Paolo Margaglione, 33, earlier this month, passionately kissing and holding hands with the trainer, who's 10 years her junior. But Kerry's new romance was then thrown into doubt amid claims Paolo is only interested in 'fame' and growing his public profile. Paolo's former girlfriend claimed she was dating him when he went on Celebs Go Daing and accused him of two-timing her with the Atomic Kitten star.
The Sun
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Kerry Katona's new boyfriend has got a GIRLFRIEND who accuses him of ‘dating TV star for fame'
KERRY Katona's new boyfriend has got a GIRLFRIEND who has made some accusations about him. Kerry 's new boyfriend Paolo Margaglione allegedly has a girlfriend who has accused him of " dating the TV star for fame". 6 6 6 A woman has claimed she was dating Paolo, 33, before he went on Celebs Go Dating, which is where he met Kerry, 44. The new couple went public last week, with fans stunned by the new pairing as their age gap of 10 years was unveiled. Jessica Smith, 25, has now said that Paolo is her boyfriend, and claims he never told her about going on the hit series. She claims the father-of-two only went on the show because he wants to further his career. Jessica, who is a warehouse manager from Yorkshire, has now opened up in a new interview. She told MailOnline: "I do not believe that he has one single feeling for Kerry, he only cares about fame. "I do not believe that he has one single feeling for Kerry, he only cares about fame, and he'll be happy he's now being put out there." Jessica said she is a 100% sure that he didn't go on Celebs Go Dating to find love. "He lied to me the entire time we were together. It was horrendous," she said. Jessica told the paper how she was taken by surprise by his Celebs Go Dating stint and new relationship with Kerry. Kerry Katona shows off two stone weight loss in low cut minidress She alleges that Paolo told her that he was going to business meetings in London when he was actually filming the reality-dating show. "Every single thing was an act. I feel like I was completely led the entire time," Jessica told the paper. Paolo also allegedly told Jessica that he told her he had filmed for a dating show "a long time ago". "He told me that 'it's nothing to do with love and it's only for the fame'," she recalled him saying. Kerry Katona's love life timeline Kerry's first high-profile relationship was with Brian McFadden, who was then a member of the Irish boyband Westlife. The couple married in 2002 and had two daughters together, Molly and Lilly-Sue, but divorce beckoned just four years later after infidelity claims. In 2007, Kerry married Mark Croft, a former taxi driver. Their relationship was tumultuous and marked by financial difficulties and accusations of infidelity. They had two children together, Heidi and Maxwell, before divorcing in 2011. Kerry has spoken openly about the difficulties she faced during this period, including struggles with her mental health and substance abuse. Following this, she entered into a relationship with George Kay, a former professional rugby league player. They married in 2014 and had a daughter, Dylan-Jorge (DJ). However, their relationship was fraught with issues, including horrifying domestic abuse, and they separated in 2017. Kay died in 2019 after 'biting into a ball of cocaine'. Kerry later found love again with Ryan Mahoney, a fitness trainer. The couple became engaged in 2020, and Kerry described Ryan as a stabilising and positive influence in her life. After increasing speculation late in 2024, Kerry revealed they had split over a "breach in trust" and Ryan had moved out of her home. He is also alleged to have told her: "I promise you, everyone goes on the show for fame and I'm just doing the same'." Jessica and Paolo started their relationship after he randomly messaged her on Instagram, with their bond blooming after several dates. While Paolo was on the dating show, he allegedly sent Jessica, who he told he wanted to marry, loved up messages. During the filming of the show in April and May, Paolo continued to send Jessica lovey-dovey texts, despite seemingly forming a bond with Kerry. Jessica said he eventually admitted to filming the programme. Speaking to the paper, she revealed: "I asked him, do you expect me to sit at home and watch this and still be with you and he replied: 'I hope you will do that but it's completely down to you.' "I hysterically cried all day at work, everything was a lie." 6 6 6
Daily Mail
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Kerry Katona stole MY boyfriend! Woman claims singer's lover promised to marry her and lied about going on Celebs Go Dating
A woman has claimed she was dating Kerry Katona 's new boyfriend before he went on Celebs Go Dating where he met the singer. Kerry, 44, went public with Paolo Margaglione, 33, last week, passionately kissing and holding hands with the personal trainer, who's 10 years her junior. But Kerry's new romance, her first public relationship since splitting from ex-fiancé Ryan Mahoney last November, has been thrown into doubt amid claims Paolo is only interested in 'fame' and growing his public profile. Paolo's former girlfriend claims that she was dating him when he went on the E4 show and has accused him of two-timing her with the Atomic Kitten star. Jessica Smith, 25, says father-of-two Paolo didn't tell her he was going on the series - and only went on because he wants to further his career. Heartbroken Jessica, a warehouse manager from Holmfirth, Yorkshire, told MailOnline: 'I do not believe that he has one single feeling for Kerry, he only cares about fame.' She even says Paolo had planned to fly her to Ibiza, where he claimed to be on holiday but was in fact with Kerry filming Celebs Go Dating and that his regular trips to London, where the agency is based, was for 'business.' Speaking exclusively, Jessica said: 'I do not believe that he has one single feeling for Kerry, he only cares about fame, and he'll be happy he's now being put out there. 'I back the fact 100 per cent that he has not go on Celebs Go Dating to find love. He lied to me the entire time we were together. It was horrendous. 'This has all massively taken me by surprise. The articles say they filmed Celebs Go Dating in Ibiza, and he told me he was going there for three weeks, he was trying to make me book a flight to meet him out there. 'He said he was there for a stag do and flying his children out the second week and the third week he would be free to see me. But now I know none of that was happening and he was filming a dating show out there. 'Every time he went to London, he told me it was for a business meeting. He would even send me pictures... but he was filming Celebs Go Dating. Every single thing was an act. I feel like I was completely led the entire time.' Former Atomic Kitten singer Kerry stars in the upcoming series of Celebs Go Dating, her second time as a cast member after she first appeared on the show in 2019. Kerry, who's been married three times, ended her six-year relationship with former fiancé Ryan over a 'breach of trust' last November. But now as she embarks on a new romance, Kerry allegedly needs to be weary of Paolo's intentions, as his ex claims he even admitted to only taking part on Celebs Go Dating for 'fame.' Jessica said: 'He told me that he filmed for a dating show a 'long time ago' and it was 'nothing for me to worry about.' He told me that 'it's nothing to do with love and it's only for the fame.' He said, 'I promise you, everyone goes on the show for fame and I'm just doing the same.' The warehouse manager explained how she and Paolo met after he messaged her out of the blue on Instagram and they started dating, spending time together as he wined and dined her and she regularly stayed at his house. Paolo told Jessica he had split from the mother of his two daughters over a year ago and they remain close for their young family. As far as Jessica was concerned, she and Paolo were committed to each other and he filmed Celebs Go Dating, which casts non-famous individuals to date celebrities as they seek advice from relationship experts, behind her back. Paolo, who said he would 'marry' Jessica if given the chance, was exchanging loved-up messages with her during the days he was filming Celebs Go Dating in late April and early May. Jessica said he eventually admitted to filming the programme, which also stars Love Island's Olivia Hawkins and The Chase's Mark Labbett this series, leaving her in floods of tears. She said: 'I asked him, do you expect me to sit at home and watch this and still be with you and he replied: 'I hope you will do that but it's completely down to you.' I hysterically cried all day at work, everything was a lie.' Kerry was previously married to Westlife singer Brian McFadden, who she shares daughters Molly, 23, and Lilly-Sue, 22, with, before they divorced in 2006. The former I'm A Celebrity winner wed taxi driver Mark Croft in 2007 after a whirlwind romance and the exes have children Heidi, 18, and Maxwell, 16, together. She was married to her third husband, George Kay from 2014 to 2017, two years before he died aged 39 from a fatal seizure after 'biting into a ball of cocaine.' Kerry, who's also a mother to daughter Dylan-Jorge, 11, from her marriage to George, has spoken in depth about the couple's former relationship and how she endured terrible abuse during their time together. Speaking on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, she sobbed: 'He was really abusive… My children heard the shouting, they saw the black eyes.' The ex-singer starred in girl group Atomic Kitten between 1998-2001, years before love rival Jessica was born. And Jessica says she felt reassured after seeing new photos of Paolo kissing Kerry, who at 19 years her senior, she doesn't consider a threat. She said: 'I haven't spoken to Paolo since he's gone public with Kerry... at first, I felt absolutely awful but then I thought, thank God it's not some skinny, pretty model. I genuinely don't think she's a pretty woman, so I felt better in that sense.' Paolo told MailOnline: 'I was never in a relationship with Jess. We only met up around five times. 'I was honest with her that I had been offered to go on a dating show and if it were to come fruition, I would take the opportunity. 'I made it clear to Jess that we had to stop talking and seeing each other as I had been offered to go on the show. I have nothing bad to say about Jess she's a great girl.'
The Sun
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Kerry Katona's surprising age-gap with new toyboy lover revealed as she finds love on Celebs Go Dating
KERRY Katona has proved that age is just a number after finding love on Celebs Go Dating. The Sun exclusively told yesterday how Kerry has moved on from her recent heartbreak with hunky personal trainer Paolo Margaglione. 5 We can now reveal the surprising age difference between Kerry and her toyboy lover Paolo. There is an eleven-year age gap between the couple. A source tells The Sun: 'Kerry has bagged herself another toyboy - Paolo is 33 and Kerry is 44, but neither of them are bothered by the age-gap. "Kerry looks better than most women half her age at the moment, and is young at heart. "Paolo thinks she's super sexy and has told all his mates that he is the lucky one. "Meanwhile Kerry loves the fact that she has a younger man again." The source added: "Paolo's got an amazing body but he's also a sweet guy to boot. "He's a single dad to two girls, so he has his head screwed on and is responsible.' The Sun has contacted a rep for Kerry for comment. Kerry and Paolo met whilst filming Celebs Go Dating in Ibiza last month. Tearful Kerry Katona shares emotional message with fans following split and admits she didn't think 2024 'would end this way' Former Atomic Kitten star Kerry signed up to the E4 show in February following her painful break-up with fiancé Ryan Mahoney. Kerry announced their split in November 2024 and told fans there had been "a breach of trust". The couple had been engaged for four years and Kerry had even said that he had "been like a dad" to her five kids - Molly, 21, Lilly-Sue, 20, Heidi, 16, Max, 14, and eight-year-old DJ." Sources said Kerry had hoped to "find a new connection" on Celebs Go Dating - and she has done just that. This week, she was snapped having a cheeky snog with Paolo outside a hotel. In their first public outing together, they looked seriously happy as they hugged and kissed each other in the street. A source previously told us: "Kerry was heartbroken when she split from Ryan – it's taken her quite a while to get over what happened. "But she was approached to do the show and is always up for a new opportunity. "Bosses know she makes amazing telly and she's really hoping she finds a proper connection." 5 5
