The return of “I’m A Celebrity South Africa” has reignited interest in past relationships among its contestants. One relationship capturing attention is between television presenter Declan Donnelly and Pussycat Dolls member Ashley Roberts.
Declan Donnelly and Ashley Roberts’ Brief Romance
Ashley Roberts, 44, is participating in “I’m A Celebrity” over a decade after her first appearance in 2012. During her earlier season, a close connection with Declan Donnelly, 50, emerged. Despite initial denials from Donnelly about their romance, they sparked rumors of dating through playful interactions.
Timeline of Their Relationship
- 2012: Ashley Roberts competes on “I’m A Celebrity.”
- 2013: Ashley hints at dating Donnelly while discussing their relationship.
- 2015: Declan marries his manager, Ali Astall.
Fans reminisced about the pair’s past during the show’s airing. Many took to social media, recalling how their chemistry was a hot topic back then. One fan questioned, “Anyone else remember that Ashley and Dec used to be a thing?”
Keeping It Private
Roberts and Donnelly chose to keep their relationship under wraps. Ashley once shared, “We’re just getting to know each other. We’re having fun, but I’m single.”
Today, both have moved on. Ashley is reportedly dating artist George Rollinson, who is 25. Meanwhile, Declan Donnelly has been happily married to Ali Astall since 2015.
As “I’m A Celebrity South Africa” unfolds on ITV, fans continue to reflect on these past romances, while the stars focus on their current lives.
