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    I’m a former EFL star who retired at 25 to make my way in TV – I’ve produced Love Island and dated Holly Valance

    FORMER Brighton forward Jonny Dixon has gone on to produce Love Island and date actress and singer Holly Valance.The Spanish-born attacker retired from football at the age of 25 as he sought out his dream career in the entertainment industry.Jonny Dixon retired from football at the age of just 25Credit: GettyHe played for Wycombe, Aldershot, Brighton, Grays and EastleighCredit: PADixon reportedly dated Australian actress and singer Holly ValanceCredit: GettyIt was a shock decision which came just one year after he joined Brighton from Aldershot for £55,000 in 2008.But he quickly began to make a name for himself in Hollywood.And in August 2009 he was spotted in Los Angeles with Australian actress and singer Valance, 40.While their reported romance did not last long, Dixon’s career in TV and film was only just beginning.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAlongside running a music management business, which he had kept going since 19 when he was still playing football, he has gone on to produce a host of well-known shows.They include Come Dine with Me, Jodie Marsh on Mail Order Brides, Sun, Sex and Suspicious Parents, Don’t Tell the Bride and The Valleys.But perhaps the most successful programme he has been a part of was the third series of Love Island.Dixon worked behind the scenes for the edition which earned 2.52million viewers per episode.Most read in EFLCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThat was an increase of more than one million from series two.And in 2019 he revealed why he ditched football for the entertainment business.Football icons’ strange hobbiesHe told Football365: “It came to a point at Brighton where it just felt like I wasn’t happy in what I was doing, I wasn’t really given a chance by the manager at the time and it just felt like there was something else for me.”I didn’t know what it would be but I knew I wasn’t happy and when you’re not happy doing what you do then you’re not happy with life, whatever job you do.”So for me, I decided it was time to move on and try to do something else.” More

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    Love Island’s Kendall Rae Knight shares ‘happiest moment’ as she takes new baby to watch Championship star dad win

    LOVE Island star Kendall Rae Knight has shared her “happiest moment” after taking her baby boy to watch his Championship star dad.Knight’s partner, Preston North End full-back Andrew Hughes, starred in their 3-0 victory against Rotherham on Friday.Kendall Rae Knight has shared her ‘happiest moment’ as she takes her baby to watch dad Andrew Hughes playCredit: Instagram kendallraeknightThe Love Island star watched her partner Preston North End star win 3-0 against RotherhamCredit: Instagram kendallraeknightHughes signed for the Championship side back in 2018Credit: RexJust over three weeks ago Knight gave birth to a baby boy Cooper Cole Hughes.And yesterday the 32-year-old took her son to Deepdale to watch Hughes play in the Championship clash.The reality star shared a series of wholesome posts on her Instagram story.One pic was captioned: “One of my happiest moments, taking my baby boy to support his dad.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile a video of Knight holding her baby boy said: “We’re so proud of you always Andrew.”Preston North End went on to thrash Rotherham after Duane Holmes opener and Emil Riis double strike.The Lilywhites are now eighth in the Championship and just five points behind a play-off spot.Hughes started his career at Newport County and made his senior debut at 16-years-old. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAfter spending six seasons at the Welsh side and making over 160 appearances to full-back headed to League One side Peterborough. And after two seasons he then made a move to Preston in 2018 for an undisclosed fee.Glam footballer who quit to take up shock role in WWE makes in-ring debut… and uses overhead kick finishing moveMeanwhile in 2018 Kendall appeared on Love Island after having her heart broken by ex-fiance Michael Clark, who broke up with her just three months after proposing.She left Love Island single but her wishes came true one year later when she met Welsh hunk Andrew.Knight met Welshman Hughes in 2019Credit: Instagram kendallraeknight More

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    Inside Laura Woods and Adam Collard’s amazing Mexico holiday with TNT star looking sun-kissed in bikini on exotic beach

    LAURA WOODS was left sun-kissed after jetting off on holiday to Mexico with boyfriend Adam Collard.The popular ITV and TNT Sports presenter, 36, headed to Tulum Beach to make the most of the international break.Laura Woods was left sun-kissed after jetting off on holiday to Mexico with boyfriend Adam CollardCredit: InstagramThe popular ITV and TNT Sports presenter headed to Tulum BeachCredit: InstagramLaura smiled for the picture on Adam’s InstagramCredit: Instagram / @adamcollardShe posed for a selfie with former Love Island star Adam in a pink bikini as they soaked up the sun.Adam, 28, posted a series of snaps and videos from the trip on his Instagram.That included a pair of adorable selfies of the loved-up couple.In the pics, Woodsy smiles for the camera in her swimsuit while her new man plants a doting kiss on the cheek, revealing his tattooed arm and hand with sunglasses on his head.READ MORE IN football The other content shared by the couple featured a video from a beachside resort showing the idyllic ocean views, clear blue skies, palm trees, sunloungers on the beach, scrummy food and a ‘jungle gym’.Adam also shared a video of him running along the sand.He captioned the post: “A story from Tulum…”Laura – nominated for a Women’s Football Award with Kate Abdo – replied: “Hola,” followed by a love heart.Most read in FootballThe happy couple visited this beach in TulumCredit: Instagram / @adamcollardThis jungle gym is situated on the beachCredit: Instagram / @adamcollardAdam showed off hi delicious dinnerCredit: Instagram / @adamcollardAnd here is a traditional Mexican taco dishCredit: Instagram / @adamcollardIt looks as though no expense was sparredCredit: Instagram / @adamcollardThe beach was nice and quiet during this snapCredit: Instagram / @adamcollardAdam also joked he was in his “Italia 90’ era” by showing off his long swept back hair and toned beach bod. It is not the first time the couple have been together abroad, having enjoyed a romantic getaway to Amsterdam just before Christmas.Laura and Adam also cosied up together when they hit the slopes of the French Alps for a skiing holiday in February.Adam posted a series of snaps and videos from the trip on his InstagramCredit: Instagram / @adamcollardHe showed off his ‘Italia 90’ lookCredit: Instagram / @adamcollardAdam showed off his toned bodyCredit: Instagram / @adamcollardHere he is enjoying the sun on the beachCredit: Instagram / @adamcollardLaura Woods straddles Adam Collard on romantic ski holiday after suffering ‘near-death experiences’ More

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    Kobbie Mainoo poses with Love Island star brother after Man Utd wonderkid makes England debut against Brazil

    KOBBIE MAINOO has been spotted posing with his Love Island star brother Jordan Mainoo-Hames after his England debut on Saturday.The Manchester United wonderkid made his Three Lions bow in their 1-0 defeat to Brazil at Wembley.Kobbie Mainoo poses with Love Island star brother after England debutMainoo made his Three Lions bow in the Three Lions 1-0 lose to Brazil at WembleyCredit: GettyMainoo, 18, became one of 14 stars this century to earn his first England cap before turning 19.And his family were there loud and proud in north west London for the teenager’s big moment as a pic went viral of Mainoo with his brother and father.However, the midfielder is not the only celebrity in the family as fans quickly realised his older brother Jordan appeared in the fifth season of Love Island in 2019.As one eagle-eyed fan said: “How did I just discover Love Island Jordan is his bro🤣.”READ MORE ON MAN UTDWhile another added: “It’s Jordan from love island and does fashion.”A third fan then put: “This is CRAZY fam. never expected it😂😂.”The 28-year-old entered the Mallorca villa in week three of the UK hit reality show.And Jordan quickly got into a relationship with fellow contestant Anna Vakili before the couple separated as he started eyeing up another islander, India Reynolds.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThat saw Jordan swiftly booted off the show via a public vote.He is now working in fashion and has taken to the catwalk as a model for Vogue, Louis Vuitton and other esteemed brands.Man Utd fans ‘can’t sleep’ after seeing Kobbie Mainoo’s outrageous skill as they say he’s been ‘upgrading’ while injuredBut he is no longer the biggest star in his family after his sibling soared from a relative unknown to Euros hopeful in just six months.The Stockport-born star only made his League Cup debut in January 2023 and his Premier League bow in November. And he was only handed a locker at Carrington just a few weeks ago.Mainoo, who was eligible to play for Ghana but picked the Three Lions, has scored two goals this term including a dramatic late winner in the Red Devils’ 4-3 win against Wolves last month.Jordan hooked up with Anna Vakili in season five of Love IslandJordan is now working in fashion as a model for the likes of Vogue and Louis VuittonCredit: Getty More

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    Kobbie Mainoo reveals nickname given to him by Man Utd KITMAN which has stuck since breaking into England squad

    KOBBIE MAINOO has revealed the nickname given to him by the Manchester United kitman which has stuck since he joined up with the England team.The midfielder, 18, has been a revelation for Erik ten Hag’s men this season and is already one of the Red Devils’ most crucial players.Kobbie Mainoo was dubbed ‘Love Island’ by the Manchester United kitmanCredit: GettyMainoo has been sensational for Manchester United so far this seasonCredit: AlamyHis impressive performances earned him a late England call-up earlier this week and he could feature in either Saturday’s clash with Brazil or Tuesday’s game against Belgium.Upon his link-up with the national team, Mainoo conducted a “First Impressions” video alongside Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon.And the first question was about whether he had a nickname.At first, he insisted it was simply “Kobs,” before he later recalled it was in fact “Love Island”.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThis is in reference to his brother Jordan Hames – who appeared on the reality TV show back in 2019.Mainoo said: “My brother was on it [Love Island]. I’m close to him. “You know what, going back to another question – my nickname.”The kit man at United always called me ‘Love Island’. [He’s been doing so] since I was like 16.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMainoo was then quizzed as to whether that was due to his “smooth talking”.To which he replied: “No, it’s not even that. They’re just jokers.”Kobbie Mainoo reacts to getting first senior England call-upJordan now works in fashion and has taken to the catwalk as a model for Vogue, Louis Vuitton and other esteemed brands.Meanwhile, Mainoo is preparing for a potential England debut in the next few days.Ian Wright is a big fan and last week criticised manager Gareth Southgate for initially leaving Mainoo out of the squad.However, the Three Lions boss was asked about Mainoo’s exclusion and replied by hinting he was not far away from a call-up.Southgate said: “There are some players who are doing exceptionally well, the likes of Kobbie Mainoo, Harvey Elliott, Rico Lewis. Archie Gray is doing really well at Leeds.”I think [Mainoo] is doing brilliantly for a young player.”We’re never slow to put a young player into the seniors but he’s only had a handful of games, so you have to be very careful.”We feel we should give him the space to develop at his own speed.READ MORE SUN STORIES”But he’s having some wonderful experiences at Manchester United and seems a very good character.”Now he has been called up, he will compete against the likes of Declan Rice, Jordan Henderson, Conor Gallagher, Jude Bellingham and James Maddison for a starting place.Mainoo’s brother Jordan Hames appeared on Love Island in 2019Credit: Rex FeaturesMainoo has made 14 Premier League appearances so far this season More

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    I’m a former footballer and reality TV star – now I earn a fortune selling sexy content on OnlyFans

    A FORMER Spanish footballer who starred in Spain’s version of Love Island is now raking it in on OnlyFans.Miguel Guerrero, 29, lined up in goal for a number of clubs in his Spanish homeland.Miguel Guerrero was playing in the Spanish fourth division up until last summerCredit: Instagram / @mguerrero231He is now earning a packet after creating an OnlyFans accountCredit: Instagram / @mguerrero231Guerrero starred on Spain’s version of Love Island and became a big hitCredit: Instagram / @mguerrero231The former stopper quit playing after realising that he was now a gay iconCredit: Instagram / @mguerrero231His last team was Velez CF in the fourth division, three tiers below LaLiga – but he ditched them for a much more profitable career in August last year.Rather than his shotstopping exploits, it was his appearance on La Isla de las Tentaciones, the Spanish version of Love Island, in 2023 that bolstered his popularity.And that led to him making the decision to embark on a new venture with his Onlyfans account after he received a number of erotic messages for his ever-increasing fan base.Speaking previously, Guerrero explained: “I still had a two-year contract with a good wage but now my motivation is not in football.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLUsers can pay anywhere between £4.27 to ten times that amount for a subscription on the hit website.And Guerrero is ready to deliver the goods and cash in on his new-found fame with the gay community.“If you want to show non-sexual content you will not make money as Onlyfans is porn,” he said.“I have a big gay public and I am open to do things that they would enjoy.”Most read in FootballSince creating his account, he has already amassed 10,000 subscribers on OnlyFans.He has rented an apartment to use to create his content and he posts one photo a day to feed his account.LaLiga manager has touchline MELTDOWN ‘like he’s just opened third Lynx Africa present at Christmas’ after late goalHe now charges his fans around £17 for videos of himself showering.Guerrero said: “At first I started with very light things. Each time you increase a little more, a little more, a little more… you generate that morbidity in people.”Now he says that his salary does not drop below the five figure mark a month.And he has earned it all from the comfort of his set or home, although he did reveal he has had one in-person meet.He added: “They offered me 500 euros to have a coffee and I spent an hour with that person.“He did not want anything sexual with me, but the fact of knowing me, being with me, having a coffee.“And that has been the only time I have had an encounter with a person.”Guerrero has hired a flat to film and record his adult contentCredit: Instagram / @mguerrero231The ex-goalie charges around £17 for videos of himself showeringCredit: Instagram / @mguerrero231He even revealed how he met one punter in person for a coffeeCredit: Instagram / @mguerrero231 More

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    Fans cry ‘this sport is finished’ after Love Island star Tommy Fury calls out UFC legend Conor McGregor for boxing fight

    TOMMY FURY has called out Conor McGregor off the back of Jake Paul’s fight with Mike Tyson. Paul and Tyson are set to collide in a controversial clash on July 20 at the 80,000-seat AT&T Stadium in Texas. Tommy Fury called out Conor McGregorCredit: X/@DAZNBoxingMcGregor is the latest UFC star called out by a boxerCredit: GettyIt leaves Fury – who beat the YouTuber-turned boxer last year – denied of a big-money rematch. So he instead told DAZN: “I’m looking to get this injury out the way nice and recovered and I have just seen that Jake Paul will face Mike Tyson next.”So how about me and McGregor next, how’s that? I need a comeback fight and I’d like for my return. So McGregor, get in touch.”But fans were not impressed as one said: “The “sport” is a joke.” READ MORE IN BOXINGAnother added: “This sport is finished.” Fury, 24, underwent hand surgery after beating Paul’s arch rival KSI, 30, via disputed decision in October.And he called to rematch Paul, 27, upon his return next year. But he will be made to wait after the American announced his shock showdown with 57-year-old heavyweight Tyson. Most read in BoxingCredit: The SunCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSIron Mike officially retired in 2005 but did come back for an eight-round exhibition against Roy Jones Jr four years ago which ended in a draw.His bout with Paul is not yet confirmed to be an exhibition or a professionally sanctioned fight – but Fury slammed is nonetheless. Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson confirmed with ‘biggest fight of the 21st century’ to be shown live on Netflix He told Boxing King Media: “The guy is nearly 60 and I mean, he’s probably the biggest name in boxing that there was but the man is also 60.”I don’t know what kind of conditioning he’s in, I know he looks great but you never really know. “A 26-year-old against a 60-year-old, it doesn’t float my boat. Jake Paul is doing what Jake Paul’s doing, i’m in the recovery process and that’s it.” More

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    Fans say Eddie Hearn ‘will be fighting in Misfits soon’ as he leaves Love Island star stunned with body transformation

    EDDIE HEARN has fans convinced he will be fighting on Misfits after showing off his body transformation. The boxing promoter has been on a health kick over the past 18 months having lost two stone through his new clean lifestyle.
    James DeGale with Eddie Hearn in 2015
    The boxing promoter has been on a health kick over the past 18 month
    Hearn has lost two stone through his new healthy lifestyleCredit: Instagram @kaipeacockfitness
    Hearn has been keeping his 1.3million Instagram followers up to date with his workouts in the gym.
    And in his latest, he posed in a grey vest and looked like a lean, mean, fighting machine.
    So much that one fan reacted: “He will be fighting in misfits soon.”
    Another said: “What a transformation.”
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    One joked: “Shreddie Hearn.”
    Love Island star-turned boxing presenter Josh Denzel said: “Go on the boy!!!!”
    The 44-year-old recently embarked on a demanding ten-week workout programme to get in shape and now feels better than ever.
    And he even copied UFC boss Dana White’s gruelling 72-hour fast without food, living off just electrolytes and water.
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    He told Men’s Health UK: “When I wake up in the morning, I go into the bathroom and I get a glimpse of myself and go, ‘F**king hell yeah,’ and that’s good enough.
    “That makes me feel great for the day.”
    Eddie Hearn left dripping blood after suffering injury while celebrating boxing star’s win
    Hearn’s outlook has completely changed as he focuses on improving his fitness even further.
    He added: “Right now, physically, I feel better than I’ve ever felt in my life, and I’m 44 years old.
    “I’m excited to see what’s going to happen in six months, what’s going to happen in 12 months, what’s going to happen in three years.”
    Fans joked Hearn will be fighting on Misfits soonCredit: instagram @kaipeacockfitness More