CURTIS Pritchard is eyeing up a sensational return to the Love Island villa after a string of failed reality TV relationships.
The professional dancer, 29, reckons it’s “third time lucky” after first appearing on the hit ITV2 programme back in 2019.
“Curtis has had some secret meetings with Love Island bosses about returning for another All Stars stint in January,” a source told The Sun.
“He knows some people will scoff about this being his third time in the villa, but he thinks it could be third time lucky.”
Curtis only recently split up with fellow All Stars contestant Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu after the show aired earlier this year.
The insider added: “Him and Ekin-Su didn’t work out, but they did have a genuine connection, as did him and Maura Higgins the first time around, so he knows it can work.
“Obviously, the final line-up hasn’t been confirmed yet, but don’t be surprised if you see him strutting in there on launch night.”
In response, a spokesperson for ITV told The Sun: “Any names suggested now would simply be speculation.”
Love Island, which reaches an average of 17.5 million viewers a year, has led to a number of relationships for Curtis.
He was first linked to villa stars Amy Hart and Jourdan Riane, before moving on to Maura Higgins and finishing in fourth place in 2019.
Maura and Curtis lasted nine months outside of the villa, with their romance coming crashing down in early 2020.
There were rumours that Curtis had been accused of cheating, something he has always strongly denied.
In March 2020, Maura said: “There is no easy way to get through a break-up and no bad feeling on either side.
“We tried to make it work, but it wasn’t to be, and I wish Curtis nothing but the best for the future.”
She later explained more, saying: “I just felt like I’m 29 and I want somebody that I can see a future with. I’m not getting any younger.
“Curtis and I barely saw each other.
“At the beginning, it was very, very hard because I was so besotted with him, and we never got to see each other.”
At the time, Curtis told The Sun: “It hurt. I wasn’t ready for everyone to know we had split up – I wanted some time.
“It was a shock to see that she had announced it on social media hours later.”
After their split, Maura dated series five Islander Chris Taylor, something Curtis wasn’t best pleased with.
“I feel betrayed by them both — two people I was very close to,” he told The Sun.
“When I saw the pictures, I’d be lying if I said I didn’t feel hurt. I was upset. How long has this truly been going on for?”
In 2020, Curtis briefly dated dancer Amber Pierson after his split.
The dancer-turned-reality star went on to date Sophie Sheridan in 2021 after meeting while performing together in a pantomime.
They ultimately called it quits in 2024 before Curtis’ second stint in the Love Island villa, where he left with Ekin-Su.
It was in May this year that the two announced they were going their separate ways, but appeared to be amicable.
“Just a quick note to say thank you so much for all the kind messages — it really does mean the world,” he wrote on Instagram.
“It’s true, Ekin and I have decided to go our separate ways.
“Breakups are never easy, but I’ll always be grateful for the laughs, the adventures, and the memories (especially the dance routines).
“She’s an amazing woman and I’ve got nothing but love and respect for her.”
The statement concluded: “I’ll be keeping busy with work, boxing, dancing, and working with the team on FINT. Lots of love, Curtis x”
In June earlier this year, Curtis was spotted getting very close to EastEnders star Jazzy Phoenix, 23, who rose to fame for playing Nadine Keller.
The pair are believed to have met when Curtis was dating Ekin-Su, as they were both on the same tour, named Come What May.
Tamar Braxton’s marriage to Vince Herbert has been a subject of public scrutiny for years. Many people have speculated that Tamar married Vince for his money, but as the couple’s story unfolds, it’s clear that their relationship was more complex than that. While their marriage did have its challenges, it’s important to separate fact from speculation.
One thing that stands out is the way Vince Herbert himself explained their relationship. He once stated that Tamar had her own money before meeting him. Contrary to what some believe,
This small but telling detail dispels the notion that their marriage was purely about financial gain. What makes their story even more significant is the fact that Vince never made Tamar sign a prenuptial agreement
. This speaks volumes about his trust in their relationship and his belief in their commitment to each other. Tamar, having the option to walk away from the marriage with everything in the divorce, chose instead to leave with nothing, a gesture that showed her love for Vince was genuine. Her choice to leave everything behind is a powerful reminder that sometimes love is about what you give, not what you take.
However, things didn’t remain perfect, and their marriage eventually began to suffer. As with many relationships, the challenges arose when they began mixing business with marriage. Vince, a well-known music executive, and Tamar, a rising star in her own right, were both heavily invested in their careers. Unfortunately, this blend of business and personal life put a strain on their relationship, and they found themselves struggling to maintain a balance.
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Despite their differences and the ultimate breakdown of their marriage, Tamar and Vince’s story is a reminder that love is never as simple as it seems from the outside. There were real emotions, real challenges, and real sacrifices made. For Tamar, the lesson learned was that love and career need balance, and sometimes, walking away is the hardest, yet most necessary, decision.