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    England star Jill Scott pays herself £350,000 on the back of Euros and I’m A Celeb success

    ENGLAND footie hero Jill Scott has paid herself a £350,000 dividend on the back of her Euros and I’m A Celeb success.The hugely popular former Lioness, 37, has enjoyed a bumper financial period, latest accounts show.Former Lionesses ace Jill Scott has paid herself a £350,000 dividend on the back of her Euros and I’m A Celeb successCredit: RexJill helped England triumph at Euro 2022 before retiring.She was crowned jungle queen on ITV’s I’m A Celebrity a few months later.As her earnings rocketed, she treated herself to a six- figure payout in two chunks — her first worth £50,000 before a larger sum of £300,000.Equity in her company — Jill Scott 8 Limited — shot up from £5,213 to £477,479 for the year ending May 31, 2023.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSSunderland-born Jill, who won 161 caps for England, is set for further bumper pay days as a football pundit and captain on Sky’s A League of Their Own.She also features on the Stick To Football podcast with Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Ian Wright.And Jill runs a ­successful coffee shop Boxx2Boxx in Manchester, with her ­fiancée Shelly Unitt.In a stellar 18-year career with Everton and Manchester City, she won four FA Cups, four league cups and a WSL title before being inducted into the WSL Hall of Fame.Most read in FootballLast year Jill opened up on her passion for coaching and hailed Pep Guardiola’s emotional intelligence.In April 2023, the retired City and Lionesses ace was set to coach girls and boys coming up through the ranks at Manchester City. Jill Scott stunned as Gary Neville aims brutal dig at old pal Rio Ferdinand More

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    What position will Olympic gold medallist and national treasure Sir Mo Farah play at UNICEF’s Soccer Aid 2024?

    OLYMPIC hero and long-distance runner Sir Mo Farah is set to take to the pitch for the 2024 Soccer Aid match.The much-loved athlete loves his football and is a passionate Arsenal fan, as well is a regular participant in the charity game. Sir Mo is famous for the ‘Mobot’ celebrationWho is Mo Farah?Sir Mo Farah was born in Mogadishu, Somalia on March 23, 1983.He spent the early years of his childhood in neighbouring Djibouti with his twin brother.In 2022, Farah revealed in a TV documentary that his real name was NOT Mo Farah.His birth name was  actually Hussein Abdi Kahin, and he was trafficked from Djibouti to London under the name Mohamed Farah.READ MORE ON SIR MOHe barely spoke a word of English and worked as a house servant.He eventually plucked up the courage to tell his schoolteachers about his ordeal and social services intervened.He then went into the care of a Somalian woman, who posed as his aunt to save him.However he kept his adopted when he became a British citizen.MOST READ IN ATHLETICSHis father was killed in the civil war in Somaliland, and his mother has never been to Britain.Farah was identified for his athleticism at secondary school in Feltham and says he dreamed of becoming either a mechanic or an Arsenal winger.Instead he went on to become an Olympic hero, thanks to his PE teacher Alan Watkinson.In 2010, Farah married longtime girlfriend Tania in Richmond.They have four children — Farah’s stepdaughter Rhianna, twins Amani and Aisha and son Hussein Mo Farah.What are Mo Farah’s biggest achievements?Farah has four Olympic gold medals.In Rio de Janeiro 2016, he achieved the double-double by winning the 5,000m and 10,000m races, just as he had done in London 2012.He has also won gold medals at the World Championships in the 5,000m in 2011, 2013 and 2015, as well as gold in the 10,000m in 2013, 2015 and 2017.He got the silver in the 10,000 in 2011 and was runner-up in London in the 5,000 metres in 2017.Farah also won gold at the European Championship in both the 5,000 and 10,000 metre races in 2010 and 2014, after winning silver in the 5k in 2006.On August 24, 2017, Farah retired from the track and said he would focus on marathons.He has five consecutive half-marathon wins in the Great North Run from 2014-2019 and came third in the London Marathon in 2018. Sir Mo is a huge fan favouriteFarah won the BBC’s Sports Personality of the Year in 2017.In October 2018, Mo won a marathon for the first time in only his third competitive race.He won in Chicago in a European record of 2 hours, 5 minutes and 11 seconds.However in November 2019, he announced his return to the track to defend his 10k title at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, but failed to qualify for the event.In September 2023, Farah retired from competition, signing off with a final appearance at the Great North Run, where he finished in fourth place. Mo was knighted in 2017 — seen here with his wife TaniaCredit: PA:Press AssociationWhat is Mo Farah’s net worth?Farah reportedly has a net worth of approximately £4million.In 2013, he was awarded a CBE in the New Year Honours list for services to athletics.He was knighted by the late Queen in the 2017 New Year Honours.What position will Sir Mo Farah play at Soccer Aid 2024?The lifelong Arsenal fan wanted to play for the Gunners as a child.He’s since trained with the first team – and even called on former boss Arsene Wenger to sign him up as the team’s fitness coach.His speed has seen him play up front in previous Soccer Aid matches – however he’s yet to get onto the score sheet.He first played in the competition in 2018 and has been a regular ever since.He is expected to play up front once again. Sir Mo Farah battles for possession with Steven Bartlett during the 2022 Soccer Aid matchWho will manage Sir Mo Farah’s football team at Soccer Aid 2024?Sir Mo will be playing for the England team alongside a star-studded line-up of former pros and top celebs.The England squad have a triple act of managers as they hope to finally land a win after a number of years of defeat.Harry Redknapp and Frank Lampard will be bringing their professional management insight to the side, while Robbie Williams will be hoping his A-list presence will inspire England to deliver.Soccer Aid line-up 2024Fans can’t wait for soccer aid to kick off on Sunday, June 9, 2024.The FULL line-up of players has been released and it is a mix of celebrities and former pro footballers.

    England:

    Frank Lampard (Co-Manager)

    Harry Redknapp (Co-Manager)

    Robbie Williams (Co-Manager)

    Jill Scott (Captain)

    Paddy McGuinness (Celebrity Goalkeeper)

    David James (Professional Goalkeeper)

    David Seaman (Goalkeeping Coach)

    Footballer Jermain Defoe

    Jack Wilshere

    Footballer Joe Cole

    Pundit Karen Carney

    Footballer Gary Cahill

    Singer Tom Grennan

    Dragons’ Den star Steven Bartlett

    Actress Erin Doherty

    Olympic hero Sir Mo Farah

    Comedian Alex Brooker

    Cricketer Stuart Broad

    Actor Bobby Brazier

    Sam Thompson

    Footballer Ellen White

    Footballer Theo Walcott

    Actor Danny Dyer

    YouTuber Miniminter
    World XI:

    Mauricio Pochettino (Manager)

    Jesus Perez (Coach)

    Usain Bolt (Captain)

    Footballer Eden Hazard

    Footballer Roberto Carlos

    Actor Martin Compston

    Comedian Maisie Adam

    Presenter Roman Kemp

    Comedian Lee Mack

    Boxer and reality star Tommy Fury

    Gladiator Diamond

    Footballer Michael Essien

    Footballer Patrice Evra

    Footballer Petr Cech

    Comedian Jason Manford

    Footballer John Obi Mikel

    Footballer Kaylyn Kyle

    YouTube Theo Baker

    How to watch Soccer Aid 2024Soccer Aid hits TV screens on Sunday, June 9th 2024, with the buildup starting at 6pm.MOST READ IN THE SUNHosts Dermot O’Leary and Alex Scott will be on hand to introduce the teams ahead of the kick-off at 7.30pm.Viewers can watch live on ITV1, ITVX and STV. More

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    How old is Soccer Aid 2024 manager Harry Redknapp? Meet the former Spurs coach and learn about his England team line-up

    HARRY REDKNAPP is a national treasure thanks to his long career in football.The former Portsmouth boss is putting his manager hat back on for Soccer Aid 2024. Harry Redknapp is a former West Ham and Tottenham managerCredit: Getty – ContributorWho is Soccer Aid 2024 manager Harry Redknapp?Harry Redknapp is a former West Ham and Tottenham manager who won the FA Cup with Portsmouth in 2008.He was born on March 2, 1947, in Poplar, London.Harry made 149 appearances for West Ham and 101 for AFC Bournemouth.The former midfielder finished his career at the Seattle Sounders as a player-coach, making 24 appearances before becoming an assistant at Oxford City for Bobby Moore.Read more on Harry RedknappHarry’s coaching career spans from 1976 to 2017 when he coached Birmingham City.His first major role was at AFC Bournemouth where he was assistant manager to David Webb.He stepped up to manager in 1983 and saw the club beat Manchester United in the FA Cup.Redknapp also managed clubs including West Ham, Southampton, Tottenham, QPR and Birmingham but his most famous period as a manager was while he was at Portsmouth for his second spell.Most read in footballDuring the 2008-09 season, Redknapp helped Pompey lift the FA Cup.The run included a quarter-final win over Manchester United and in the final they beat Cardiff 1-0.Redknapp is the last English manager to win a major English trophy.Harry’s beloved team is West Ham United, which he has always supported as well as played for.Harry Redknapp makes his EastEnders’ cameo in Albert SquareWhat is Harry Redknapp’s net worth?As of 2024, Harry has a net worth of £15M.That wealth has been accumulated over the course of a lengthy career in football, both as a player and a manager, not to mention his punditry work.It is also aided by a successful property business and the ability to yield lucrative appearance fees on reality TV shows. Harry played for Bournemouth – seen here in 1972Credit: Getty – Contributor Harry has won a legion of fans thanks to his charm and witCredit: PA:Press AssociationWho is Harry Redknapp’s wife, Sandra?Redknapp is married to wife SandraThe couple tied the knot on June 30, 1968 at Barking Abbey church.Since then she has been by Harry’s side supporting him with his successful football career both on and off the pitch.Harry stated during his time in the jungle that he has never ironed his own shirt, cooked or cleaned for himself through their marriage.The former football manager revealed that he has never had a row with his better half – but has accidentally ran over her foot in the past.Does Harry Redknapp have children with Sandra?Harry and Sandra have two children together.They have Jamie Redknapp who is a former footballer turned pundit.They also have Mark who is a model.The couple’s nephew is Frank Lampard, as his late mum Patrica was Sandra’s sister. Harry married wife Sandra in 1967Where is Harry’s Redknapp’s house?Harry and his wife reside in Sandbanks, Dorset having downsized from their mansion on millionaire’s row.He has a £3.5million property, which glimpses of were offered during a ITV’s Harry Redknapp’s Sandbanks Summer.The house has an indoor pool, cinema and a balcony overlooking the sea.His property is home to his bulldogs too and he even has a small bulldog statue outside the house. Harry with his famous son Jamie RedknappCredit: InstagramWhen did Harry Redknapp go on I’m A Celebrity?In 2018, Harry won I’m A Celebrity.The King of the Jungle, who had never watched the programme before entering the camp, said: “I’m amazed I survived three weeks.”Harry said he was worried he would have nothing in common with his fellow campers when he first arrived on the show, but that they had helped him make it through.”They’ve pulled me up hills, they’ve dragged me through the water,” he joked.The former manager pocketed £500,000 for his stint on I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here.After winning the show he said: Harry won I’m A Celebrity back in 2018Credit: Rex FeaturesWhen did Harry Redknapp have an accident?In June 1990, Redknapp was involved in a car accident in Italy while there to watch the 1990 Fifa World Cup.When travelling at night with York City chairman Michael Sinclair and his son, Adam, and Brian Tiler – Aston Villa chairman and Bournemouth’s managing director – they were involved in a head-on collision with another car which contained three Italian soldiers.The crash killed Tiler and the three occupants of the other vehicle while Redknapp, who was covered in petrol, was pulled out of the car by Sinclair.Redknapp was presumed dead at the scene but after spending two days unconscious he was flown home in an air ambulance which was paid for by Bournemouth.He suffered a fractured skull, broken nose, cracked ribs and a gash in his left leg but made a full recovery except losing his sense of smell and gaining a facial tic.Soccer Aid line-up 2024Fans can’t wait for soccer aid to kick off on Sunday, June 9,, 2024.The FULL line-up of players has been released and it is a mix of celebrities and former pro footballers.
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    Ex-wife of Schumacher’s brother is KICKED OFF I’m A Celeb over fears she would reveal stricken Michael’s secrets

    THE ex-wife of Michael Schumacher’s brother has been kicked out of I’m A Celebrity over fears she would reveal secrets about the F1 legend’s health.Cora Schumacher, 47, was married to Michael’s brother Ralf for almost 15 years and was dumped from the German spin-off reality show after only three days in the jungle.
    Cora Schumacher, ex-wife of Schumacher’s brother, was booted out of the German version of I’m A CelebrityCredit: RTL
    Cora was married to Ralf Schumacher, pictured right, for almost 15 yearsCredit: EPA
    TV bosses at RTL were reportedly worried Cora would reveal secrets about Michael’s health conditionCredit: PA:Press Association
    TV bosses were concerned that the OnlyFans model was too chatty and might reveal the guarded secrets about the stricken driver during a live show, German media reported.
    Any indiscretion would violate an implicit ‘gentlemen’s agreement’ between broadcaster RTL and the racing driver’s family not to pry into the driving champion’s personal life, BILD reports.
    Cora was close with Michael and his wife Corinna throughout her marriage to Ralf.
    The two women are said to still have a “respectful but not close” relationship with one another.
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    Ralf congratulated his ex-wife on joining Ich Bin Ein Star and revealed that they had often discussed her role on the reality TV show.
    He told BILD that the pair was on good terms and that he did not think she would make any revelations.
    “I think that she wants to find her own topic with the jungle camp and won’t, for example, take up our shared past. After all, it was all a long time ago,” he told the German news outlet. 
    Ich Bin Ein Star – the German version of I’m A Celeb – announced Cora’s exit on social media.
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    Producers informed that she had said the phrase to “get out of the jungle” shortly before the third live episode.
    An official statement read: “Cora suffers from a severe cough and decides that she no longer feels healthily fit for the jungle adventure. We wish her all the best!”
    Cora is said to suffer from long Covid, and was struggling to breathe due to the smoke coming off of the campfire.
    The 47-year-old, who is also a racing driver herself, sobbed as she explained her reason for leaving, saying:”‘I want to go home. I cannot stand this anymore. 
    “I can’t do this anymore with the smoke, everything is burning. I can not anymore. I want to get out of here now. Now, now, now!”
    It comes after Schumacher could be set to attend his daughter’s wedding after spending the last 10 years hidden from the public.
    The location of the wedding has finally been revealed as fans of the former F1 legend eagerly wait to see if he will turn up.
    December 29 marked a full decade since the seven-time world champion crashed while skiing in Meribel, France, later staying 250 days in a medically-induced coma.
    Since 2013, his wife Corinna has been creating a private world around Michael as he continues his recovery – including forming a tight knit group of people allowed to see the great man and those who can’t.
    Corinna has cut out certain people for a plethora or reasons including keeping the families privacy a priority and for the sake of Schuey.
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    Michael’s wife – who he described as his “guardian angel” – has done her best to keep their life private including reportedly slimming down his £500m business empire and selling prized assets such as his private jet and Norwegian home.
    She has even converted part of their £50million home into a hospital where 15 doctors and a team of masseurs give him 24-hour care and the surrounding forest and security fences kept him away from anyone not welcome.
    Cora and Michael’s wife Corinna (left) are said to are said to still have a ‘respectful but not close’ relationshipCredit: AFP
    The OnlyFans model pictured at Frankfurt Airport before heading to Australia , only to quit three live episodes inCredit: Getty
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    David Haye plans surprise career change after secret dates with Helen Flanagan

    EX-boxer David Haye is planning a range of sun lotions — ­after accusing actress Helen Flanagan of reeking of fake tan.The former world champ, 43, has been linked to Helen, 33, who was his campmate in I’m A Celebrity in 2012.
    David Haye has big plans for branded merchandise including fake tanCredit: Getty
    We can reveal he has lodged papers with the UK’s Intellectual Property Office asking to ringfence the name “Haye” for ten years. He wants to sell cosmetics and toiletries including “sunscreens and suntan oils and creams”.
    Clothes, handbags and boxing gear will also be covered under the “Haye” banner, as well as sports and fitness classes.
    Haye previously said of the former Corrie star: “Helen is a real cute little chick, a bit ditzy, but she stinks of fake tan.”
    But last month it was revealed that the boxing champ had been enjoying ‘secret dates’ with the former soap star.
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    The pair became friends when they appeared on I’m A Celebrity in 2012, but recently matched on dating app Raya and sparks have reportedly flown.
    Helen, 33, met up for dinner with former champion boxer David — who had been in a ‘throuple’ relationship with girlfriend Sian Osbourne and pop star Una Healy.
    But it is understood Helen and David, 43, went on dates alone.
    David and Helen Flanagan are believed to have enjoyed a string of datesCredit: Dan Charity – The Sun More

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    Premier League star had sex in toilets before finishing meal at my restaurant, reveals I’m A Celeb star Fred Sirieix

    I’M A CELEBRITY… GET ME OUT OF HERE star Fred Sirieix has revealed a Premier League footballer once had sex in the toilets of his restaurant.Frenchman Sirieix, 51, is best-known for being the maitre d’ on the Channel 4 show First Dates.
    Fred Sirieix is currently one of the contestants on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of HereCredit: Rex
    He is best-known for being the maitre d’ at the First Dates restaurantCredit: Channel 4
    He recently entered the Australian jungle as part of the latest series of I’m A Celeb.
    But it was in his 2017 book “Secret Service: Lifting the Lid on the Restaurant World” that he revealed the run-in with the Premier League player.
    And while he did not name the individual, he also claimed the footballer returned to the establishment with his wife and urged Sirieix for discretion.
    He said: “I’ve had my own brushes with amorous guests. One evening a very well-known footballer came for dinner with a companion.
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    “He was a Frenchman like me, and a star in the Premier League. Halfway through the meal, he and his companion left the table and went to the loo.
    “Actually, they went to the same loo – the Ladies – and then into the same cubicle.
    “They returned about 15 minutes later and finished their meal. They had certainly worked up a healthy appetite.
    “Funnily enough the footballer had such a fabulous meal that he returned a couple of weeks later. This time he came through the doorway with his wife.
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    “She walked in first, he was behind her, and he looked at me. He raised his two index fingers to his mouth, pleading for a big shush.”
    Sirieix has already made headlines in the I’m A Celeb camp after less than one week on screen.
    A spat between the First Dates man and YouTube star Nella Rose, 26, drew much debate from viewers as she urged him to leave her alone. More

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    Carl Froch backs Tony Bellew for I’m a Celeb success but reveals why he might have a rumble in the jungle

    CARL FROCH has backed friend Tony Bellew to thrive in I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here, but admits he will need to “calm down” in the jungle.Former world champion boxer Bellew, 40, is set to enter the camp on Thursday evening’s show as a latecomer despite the passing of his nan on the eve of the programme, which started on Sunday.
    Tony Bellew will swap the boxing ring for the Australian jungleCredit: Getty
    Carl Froch believes Bellew will come across well on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of HereCredit: Getty
    And legendary super-middleweight Froch, 46, who revealed earlier this year that Bellew was the only man to ever knock him down in sparring, feels he will take to the reality show like a duck to water.
    However, he was also quick to stress the Evertonian will need to control his temper.
    Speaking to AceOdds, Froch said: “I think he’ll do really well. I think he’s a good guy, Tony.
    “He stands by his principles. He says some things that I agree with. He says them in an intense way and puts himself out there.
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    “He beat my best mate David Haye and I’ve still not fell out with him because he helped me sparring for some big world title fights. I think he’ll do well. He’s a man of principle but he’s fair. He’s a nice guy.
    “He comes across as this angry guy and he’s got to calm down and that but he’s a nice guy. He’s got four kids, a loving wife, he’s a family man, and he’s a real avid Everton fan.
    “He’ll take part in the challenges. He’ll help out with the team. If anybody says anything you don’t agree with, he’ll tell them or hopefully he will unless he’s playing the game a little bit.”
    Bellew’s career-high came in 2016 when he beat Ilunga Makabu to win the WBC Cruiserweight title at Goodison Park.
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    He then upset David Haye on two occasions, overcoming the odds to stop him in 2017 before he repeated the feat the following year.
    He hung up his gloves in 2018 after losing to Oleksandr Usyk for the undisputed cruiserweight crown.
    Since then, he has featured as a pundit on DAZN’s boxing coverage, as well as guest appearing on shows such as A League Of Their Own.
    And his outspoken personality looks set to make him a watchable character in the jungle.
    But while Froch heaped praise on Bellew, he also insists he has no interest in any form of TV.
    He added: “There’s some big household names in there [I’m A Celeb]. I don’t know f***ing anyone.
    “I don’t watch TV. I don’t watch any television that’s on the like legacy media, I don’t look at it.” More

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    Stunning influencer Apollonia Llewellyn reveals she wants to be on I’m A Celebrity and recreate famous shower scene

    GORGEOUS influencer Apollonia Llewellyn wants to be on I’m a Celebrity… Get Me out of Here! to recreate the show’s famous shower scene.The Misfits Boxing beauty, 24, has amassed millions of followers on her social media channels, including on Instagram and TikTok.
    Boxing ring girl Apollonia Llewellyn has revealed she would love to star on reality TV show I’m A CelebrityCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn
    Gorgeous Apollonia boasts millions of followers on social media
    And now she wants to make the next step and appear in the jungle.
    In the past, Amy Willerton, Jorgie Porter, Myleene Klass and more have dazzled in their bikinis on the reality TV hit.
    Now, Apollonia feels the time is right for her to showcase her talents on the ITV show.
    “I’ve managed to create a persona without having a TV show like Love Island behind me,” she told SunSport.
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    “I would love to go into TV for the right programme. Love Island is not me.
    “But I want to do something that will let me show who I am and something to do with celebrities.
    “I remember watching Amy Willerton on I’m A Celebrity and loved her.
    Myleene Klass was the first celeb to make the shower scene famous
    Helen Flanagan showed off her curves in 2012
    Melanie Sykes wowed fans with her bikini body in 2014
    Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison was also a hit with viewers
    “It used to be such a tradition to have Page 3 girls or models on there in the shower scenes, which I would love to do.”
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    Blonde Yorkshire lass Apollonia also has her eyes set on other reality TV shows, admitting she would love the opportunity to dress up in fancy garments.
    “I would love to appear on Dancing on Ice and Strictly Come Dancing too. I love looking at their outfits because they are so glitzy and glam.
    “Celebrity Big Brother would also be really cool.”
    A glimpse inside Apollonia’s lifestyle
    For Halloween Apollonia plays a glam cheerleaderCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn
    Blonde stunner Apollonia lives a life to envyCredit: instagram @apolloniallewellyn
    Apollonia is regularly travelling around the globeCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn
    Instagram favourite Apollonia is from YorkshireCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn
    Apollonia isn’t afraid to go risque with some of her content
    Bikini brands are queuing up to have Apollonia endorse themCredit: instagram @apolloniallewellyn
    Fashion queen Apollonia cracks a smile in Santorini, GreeceCredit: Instagram / @apolloniallewellyn
    On social media Apollonia is queenCredit: instagram @apolloniallewellyn
    An envious lifestyle is lapped up by Apollonia’s followersCredit: Instagram / apolloniallewellyn
    Apollonia isn’t afraid to ruffle some feathersCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn More