GK Barry, a well-known podcast host and TikTok influencer, has been dating footballer Ella Rutherford since May 2024. Barry, who is also a prominent panellist on ITV’s “Loose Women,” is a rising UK queer icon. Meanwhile, Rutherford, 25, plays for Portsmouth FC and has previously competed with teams like Millwall, Bristol City, and Ipswich Town.
How GK Barry and Ella Rutherford Met
The couple’s love story began when GK Barry discovered Ella Rutherford on social media. Barry made the first move and reached out. “I saw her Instagram and I thought ‘hello’,” Barry recalled. This connection occurred shortly after Barry expressed her interest in female footballers on a YouTube channel hosted by Lioness Ella Toone.
The Growth of Their Relationship
Despite an initial white lie about her personality during their early conversations, the relationship blossomed quickly. During a summer trip to Benidorm in 2024, the couple became serious. Barry recently shared on her podcast that she is “in love” with Rutherford, referring to her affectionately as “Eyelashes.”
Affection and Support
- Both have publicly shared their affection through social media.
- Rutherford supported Barry’s participation in “I’m A Celebrity,” despite it being the longest time they were apart.
- Barry surprised Rutherford with a bouquet of roses before entering the jungle.
Bouncing Back: GK Barry’s Perspective on Relationships
This relationship marks GK Barry’s first experience dating a woman. She has expressed feeling as though she had been “missing out” and declared that she has no intention of returning to relationships with men. “It’s the lesbian glow,” she remarked, enjoying her newfound happiness.
Public Acknowledgment of Their Relationship
Although speculation about their relationship had been ongoing, it was Ella Rutherford who confirmed it publicly. In August 2024, she wished Barry a happy birthday on Instagram, sharing heartfelt photos and expressing her love.
Recent Developments in Their Lives
Recently, the couple welcomed a new addition to their family: a dog named Sherry-Baby. GK Barry announced this new joy on social media, highlighting their growing bond as a family.
Both GK Barry and Ella Rutherford continue to support and celebrate each other, from personal endeavors to shared milestones. Their journey as a couple is marked by affection and mutual admiration, painted vividly through their interactions online.
