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    How football’s new power couple Marcus Rashford and wag Grace Jackson could rake in millions as the next Posh and Becks

    SHE was the Love Island bombshell sent into the TV villa to shake up old flame Joey Essex and tipped to rake in millions, just like Molly-Mae Hague.And now Grace Rosa Jackson is the new beauty on the arm of England ace Marcus Rashford, 27, who she has been dating for several months.TV star Grace Rosa Jackson is dating England ace Marcus RashfordCredit: RexManchester United star Marcus has been on a series of dates with GraceCredit: GettyAn insider told The Sun the pair are “smitten” after the footballer “whisked her off on numerous dates around Cheshire” and they are said to “get on really well and have lots in common”.Marcus appears to have found the perfect blend of brains and beauty in Grace, 26, who is a savvy businesswoman as well as a fashion model and social media influencer.And brand expert Carla Speight thinks football’s latest power couple is a true “meeting of the minds” who could even become the new Posh and Becks.“Grace has got the potential to be the next Victoria Beckham — she’s already aware of the industry and she will do Marcus a lot of good, too,” Carla says.READ MORE ON GRACE Marcus is 27 now, so if he’s smart he will be looking beyond his football career.Carla Speight, brand expert“He had a taste of how far he could go with his successful school meals campaign during the pandemic, so he knows he can use his profile as a force for good.“It will be interesting to see what power move they will make together.“Marcus is 27 now, so if he’s smart he will be looking beyond his football career. He’s signed up to Jay-Z’s management company, Roc Nation.“He could follow in the footsteps of David Beckham. Marcus has already done the sportswear stuff, but has been otherwise low-key, so it will be interesting to see where this Love Island ­influence takes him.”Most read in Football‘Born for Love Island’Mancunian Grace was predicted to become the first millionaire from this year’s Love Island series — with brands queuing up to sign her, including retail giant PrettyLittleThing.In fact, immediately after leaving the villa in August, Grace signed a lucrative six-figure contract with fashion firm EGO, which her rep claimed was “a huge moment” because “no other islander has done anything like this for a first deal”.Love Island fans spot ‘clue’ that Grace’s head has already been turned by Casa hunkMany compared her to Molly-Mae Hague, the now ex-girlfriend of boxer Tommy Fury, who went from serving customers in Boots and working as a part-time lifeguard to raking in more than £6million as a model and ­influencer, with 8.3million followers.A source at the time told The Sun: “Grace is on course to be a millionaire already and a lot of brands are calling her the next Molly-Mae.”Even before heading into the Love Island villa, Grace had a blossoming career, having modelled for Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty line and online store Fashion Nova — as well as working alongside Conor McGregor to promote his Irish stout. She was also reported to have been a co-owner of Social Clubhouse, a social media management firm that launched in 2021, and events company Vamos, although she is no longer listed on the books of either at Companies House.This September, she set up her own media business, Grace Rosa Ltd. Grace’s Instagram page, which boasts 593,000 ­followers, showcases the sexiest, skimpiest and most ­stylish outfits of 2024 — which she seems to have cleverly monetised.The snaps, which she savvily signposts for fans to “shop the look”, are from enviable locations around the world and have led online ­commentators to say she was “born for Love Island”.She entertains fans with posts from stunning beaches in Marbella and Miami, Ibiza yacht parties, chic ­Parisian bars, red carpet premieres in ­London and, occasionally, from her home town of Manchester.To sit in and be single — I can’t understand why I would do that at my peak and in my mid-20s.Grace Rosa JacksonWith such a hectic schedule, it’s no surprise the aspiring star ­previously struggled to find love, once complaining: “They can’t keep up with my lifestyle!“I like to go out and go abroad a lot . . . it’s the life that I want and it helps with business. “To sit in and be single — I can’t understand why I would do that at my peak and in my mid-20s.”Grace hooked up with telly lothario Joey Essex in the Love Island villaCredit: ITVA brand expert says ‘Grace has got the potential to be the next Victoria Beckham’Credit: instagram/gracexrosaMarcus was engaged to childhood sweetheart Lucia Loi, who he met aged 15, but they split in 2023Credit: GettyIt’s that reason, and the chance of life-changing career opportunities from exposure, that led Grace to appear on Love Island in June.At the time, she said: “This is something that would push me out of my comfort zone — I don’t really date a lot. I get myself in situationships with people I know that I shouldn’t give my time to.”And producers were thrilled by the prospect of her entering as a bomb-shell, too. An insider dubbed Grace “the perfect contestant” due to her stunning looks and one other big ­ratings-puller — she was the ex of The Only Way Is Essex star Joey Essex. He was Love Island’s surprise contestant and the only islander this year who was already famous.As soon as Grace entered the villa on Day 12, the reality show veteran’s head was turned, despite him having already coupled up with Liverpudlian make-up artist Samantha Kenny.On the show, Grace revealed they’d “had a thing” after meeting in Ibiza the previous summer. The pair had also been pictured at a Halloween party in matching themed outfits as Batman villains Harley Quinn and The Joker.But she revealed their “intense” romance ended on “frosty terms”, which left her “hurt and confused”.Despite downplaying the relationship, the pair were soon making up for lost time. They had a series of steamy snogs, in spite of Samantha, before Grace chose to whisk Joey away for a night of passion in the separate Hideaway private villa.Footage of the couple’s antics was said to be so X-rated that sex-scene-loving Love Island bosses were “spoilt for choice” and had to leave footage on the cutting room floor.An insider explained at the time: “Because they knew each other before, their entire relationship is on fast forward and it’s steamy stuff — Joey can’t keep his hands off her.”They coupled up shortly after, with Grace believing they could go the distance outside the villa due to her being willing to move to Essex — said to be a hurdle during their previous fling. But within days, their romance had crumbled after new blonde bombshell Jessy Potts won over the reality hunk.While it didn’t work out for Joey and Grace, who also briefly dated fellow contestant Reuben Collins, she insisted there was no animosity and “no awkwardness” after they went “back to real life”. She also had plenty of distractions to keep her mind off the Towie star thanks to the raft of new opportunities boosting her career, as she continues to benefit from the ­exposure of such a high-profile reality romance.And now Grace’s star could be on the rise again since being linked to Three Lions wonderboy Marcus.The footie ace was previously engaged to childhood sweetheart Lucia Loi, who he met aged 15, but they split in the summer of 2023.The striker is now Man United’s second highest-paid star on £325,000 a week — but he could earn considerably more if their romance lasts and they join forces for deals.I can see Grace reviving Wag culture, which died a death after Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy. Grace could bring the spotlight back on to the ladies.Carla Speight, brand expertBut unlike Wags without careers, who are forced to depend upon their sports star partners, Grace is a force to be reckoned with away from Marcus’s millions. With his football fandom and her fashion following, they could be a top-tier power couple to rival any of the Premier League couplings.“I’m sure every girl dreams of dating a footballer and Marcus is definitely an upgrade from Joey Essex,” says Carla. “I can see Grace reviving Wag culture, which died a death after Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy. Grace could bring the spotlight back on to the ladies.“With her skillset, she could be very useful to the Wags of these footballers. READ MORE SUN STORIES”She could guide Marcus as well with the brand deals and future opportunities, because she has done that for herself. With his profile and her business head, this is a real meeting of minds.“She has enough profile to ­survive without Marcus, but it will help her level up. It will be interesting to see where they go next.”Grace found fame on ITV dating show Love IslandCredit: instagram/gracexrosaThe beauty has a large social media followingCredit: ITVMancunian Grace was predicted to become the first millionaire of this year’s Love Island seriesCredit: instagram/gracexrosaStriker Marcus is currently United’s second highest-paid player on £325,000-a-weekCredit: Getty More

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    Man Utd star Marcus Rashford dating Love Island beauty Grace Rosa Jackson following her split from Joey Essex

    MAN United star Marcus Rashford has been on dates with a former Love Island beauty who used to go out with Joey Essex, The Sun on Sunday can reveal.The England forward, 27, has been seeing model and influencer Grace Rosà Jackson, 25, for months.Marcus Rashford is dating former Love Island beauty Grace JacksonCredit: SplashRashford has been seeing the model for monthsCredit: GettyGrace appeared in the Love Island villa during the summer — where she hooked up with Towie star JoeyCredit: RexA pal said: “Marcus and Grace have been quietly spending time together and he has whisked her on numerous dates around Cheshire.“They get on really well and have lots in common.”Grace appeared in the Love Island villa during the summer — where she hooked up with Towie star Joey, 34.It later emerged that she and Joey had enjoyed a holiday romance together the year before they had appeared on the ITV show.Read More on SportGrace went on to date fellow contestant Reuben Collins. But she called time on that in early September.Grace, from Walkden, Manchester, has since hooked up with Marcus and the pair are said to be “smitten”.Meanwhile, Rashford has been single since splitting with childhood sweetheart Lucia Loi in the summer of 2023.Most read in FootballBut Marcus, who is set to line up today for United against Everton at Old Trafford, now seems loved-up with Grace.In August, former shop worker Grace, who has amassed 594,000 followers on Instagram since leaving the villa, landed a six-figure deal with fashion and shoe brand EGO.Marcus Rashford has started dating stunning catwalk model Erica Correa, The Sun can reveal More

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    Joey Essex postpones boxing debut as fight with KSI’s brother collapses… but TV ‘villain’ still in talks with Misfits

    JOEY ESSEX has had his boxing debut postponed – but talks for the TV star to fight are still ongoing. The Only Way is Essex legend was in line to feature on Misfits Boxing’s “super card” in Qatar with KSI’s brother Deji his scheduled opponent. Joey Essex is still in talks for a boxing fightCredit: RexBut Deji, 27, was announced on the November 28 card noticeably without an opponent.It leaves Essex’s boxing debut up in the air but Misfits head honcho Mams Taylor revealed the door is still wide open. Taylor told SunSport: “Well, let’s see how this plays out. “But, Joey and I have had conversations and I think he’d be great on Misfits.READ MORE IN SPORT”He’s naturally such a villain, like a lovable rogue and we need characters like him and I’m confident Joey will will appear on Misfits sooner or later.”Misfits Boxing was launched in 2022 by YouTuber-turned-prizefighter KSI and his music mogul manager Mams Taylor. And it has become a home to celebrity-style crossover bouts with stars of the boxing, MMA and social media world involved in big fights.Taylor expects reality TV’s Essex, 34, to join their roster – just not yet against 2-4 Deji. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe said: “Deji was just a bit too experienced for your first fight and although I think it would have made a great story it just didn’t materialise in the end.”But yeah, I look forward to having Joey on in the future. I think rather than fight Deji for his first fight, I think he’ll want to get some experience in there, see how it plays out.”And then I think that’d be a big fight in the future. Maybe he’ll get a couple of wins under his belt, build the story and and I think it could happen.”Essex’s uncle Tony Sims is an esteemed coach who formerly trained Anthony Joshua and often has his celeb nephew in his Romford gym. Joey Essex gives fans a rare glimpse of his luxury £190k Lamborghini More

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    TOWIE’s Billi Mucklow ‘not impressed’ after Prem star husband Andy Carroll filmed in shock brawl during romantic date

    TOWIE’S Billi Mucklow was “not impressed” after her Premier League star husband Andy Carroll was filmed in a shock brawl during their romantic date.The striker was caught on video yelling “You f***ing want some?” at bystanders during the 1am Mayfair fight.Restaurant security staff joined efforts to pacify boozed-up AndyCredit: SuppliedAndy pushes onlookers who tried to interveneCredit: SuppliedBilli was reportedly ‘not impressed’ by the brawlCredit: instagram/billi mucklowAndy and his wife Billi Mucklow had been dining at Sexy Fish in MayfairCredit: Getty – ContributorHe and wife Billi had been dining at Sexy Fish in London’s Mayfair before Andy wound up “fighting a random geezer on the floor”, an onlooker said.Mum-of-three Billi was not happy after the pair’s romantic date was ruined with the dust up.A witness said: “Billi was not impressed.“It looked like they had been having a pleasant evening, knocking back the drinks and enjoying the Asian cuisine.Read more on football“But Andy had a row with a guy as they were preparing to leave.“It spilled on to the street and to everyone’s amazement he was rolling on the road with this guy.“It all happened very quickly.“The guy disappeared as security ran over to intervene.Most read in Football“Andy had his smart white shirt ripped.“People tried to calm him down but he had unfinished business and could be heard shouting ‘Where is he?’Andy Carroll pictured in bed with blonde days before wedding to Billi Mucklow“I don’t blame the other guy for doing a runner.“You’ve got to be brave to take on a 6ft 4ins powerhouse like Andy.”Footage shows the lanky frontman, 35, swaying unsteadily and pushing onlookers who had tried to intervene.Restaurant security staff joined efforts to pacify the former West Ham and Newcastle player.Andy, dressed all in white, was seen wildly gesticulating and seemingly looking for the man he swapped blows with, who had fled.Its not the first time the TOWIE star has been left fuming with her footballer husband. In 2022 the pair spent a weekend in crisis talks the ex-England striker was pictured bare-chested and asleep on a Dubai hotel bed with two blondes.Pals said Billi fled their Essex home to stay with her parents and was left heartbroken by the jaunt.But she went through with the wedding and the pair enjoyed a luxury honeymoon in Mexico.READ MORE SUN STORIESAndy could face a quiz by bosses at French League Two club Amiens, who he joined last September.Andy has nine England caps, scoring twice.Security staff from the restaurant had to try and restrain AndyCredit: SuppliedBilli was not caught in the video was was reportedly at the restaurantCredit: Instagram More

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    Reality TV legend Joey Essex set for boxing debut with huge KSI fight eyed after secret ‘tension’ between stars

    JOEY ESSEX is set to join the family business by making his boxing debut – and could eye a score-settling fight with KSI. Essex is the nephew to esteemed British trainer Tony Sims, who once coached Anthony Joshua and currently works with Conor Benn.
    Joey Essex is set for his boxing debutCredit: Getty
    KSI has secretly rivalled Joey EssexCredit: Getty
    The super-fit reality TV legend has been teasing a switch to boxing in a series of cryptic social media posts.
    But now SunSport can confirm Essex has been in talks with KSI’s manager and co-founder of Misfits Boxing, Mams Taylor.
    Taylor said: “He’s got family background in boxing so I think he’s excited to get in the ring and we’re excited to have him. 
    “Joey’s going to be very committed, we’ve spoken daily for the last few days and he’s really on it.” 
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    Ever since launching in the summer of 2022, Misfits has been the home to crossover and celebrity-style fights.
    So Essex – who first shot to fame on ITV’s hit show TOWIE – will have no shortage of famous opponents lining up to face him.
    Taylor said: “I’ve got a list for him and we’re going to go through it and figure it out.” 
    Essex, 33, was quick to call out YouTuber-turned boxer KSI, 30, but Taylor insisted the fight is not yet on the horizon.
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    He said: “No disrespect to Joey Essex but I don’t think it would be fair to him to make his debut against KSI and I don’t think it would be right for KSI to go from Tommy Fury to Joey Essex. 
    “If Joey builds up, has a good few fights and develops a lot of skill and it will be a fair fight and a challenge for both of them, then anything is possible down the line. But for now, that’s not the fight.” 
    Essex insisted he would “WALLOP” KSI and claimed there is friction between the pair.
    And Taylor added: “I think there’s an underlying little tension there between them. 
    “I don’t think resolving it in the ring is the right thing to do now for Joey, I don’t think it’s right for KSI either. 
    ‘But down the line let’s see what happens, watch that space.
    “I don’t know why they have any rivalry or beef but it’s interesting. Sometimes these things develop on their own.” More

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    KSI brutally called out for next fight as TOWIE star promises to ‘f***ing leather’ YouTuber boxer

    KSI has been called out for a fight by former TOWIE star Joey Essex.The reality TV star is considering a move into boxing after teaming up with Matchroom in recent weeks.
    Joey Essex believes he could ‘leather’ KSICredit: Splash
    He was not impressed with KSI’s performance against Tommy FuryCredit: Getty
    He took part in a Macthroom 5k run in Monaco on Saturday where he socialised with fighter Conor Benn.
    Essex, 33, is confident he would be able to “leather” someone if he was to get into the sport, and has KSI in his sights.
    He told IFL TV: “If I was to do boxing, I’m doing that for me, you know what I mean?
    “I’ve never done that before but I’ve got it written on my bucket list that in my life I want to win some kind of gold medal, and this will be my gold medal and I’ll absolutely leather someone.
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    “Someone told me that KSI’s got a problem with me, but there’s no problem here – unless he wants a problem.
    “I would leather him I reckon, especially after seeing that fight the other week.”
    Essex was not impressed with KSI’s performance against Tommy Fury as he poked fun at the YouTuber for his jumping jacks.
    KSI was narrowly beaten by Fury – his first loss inside the ring.
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    But he has previously shown he has knock-out power and won four out of four fights before his showdown with Fury.
    KSI is keen to rematch Fury after claiming he was “robbed” by the judges, so Essex may have to wait for his chance. More

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    Terrifying details emerge of raid at Rio Ferdinand and pregnant Kate’s house in front of shaken family

    BRAVE Rio Ferdinand nabbed an intruder in his back garden and held him until cops arrived.The ex-England ace, 44, saw the man at his South East London home while pregnant wife Kate, 31, and their kids were inside.
    Rio Ferdinand, pictured with pregnant wife Kate, nabbed an intruder at his homeCredit: Getty
    Rio has three children with late first wife Rebecca, one boy with ex-Towie star Kate, and a little girl on the wayCredit: Instagram
    Rio’s heavily-pregnant wife Kate was inside the house with the childrenCredit: Social media – Refer to source
    A source said: “This was a frightening incident.”
    Ferdinand bravely tackled the prowler to protect his pregnant wife, kids and property.
    CCTV footage from cameras at his £4million home revealed the suspect tried to open the rear patio doors to get inside the  previous evening.
    The man then spent the night in the garden and was confronted by Rio the next morning.
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    The ex-England and Manchester United star detained the prowler until the arrival of security guards on the private estate in Bromley, South East London.
    Police were then called.
    Rio was horrified to find the man outside his home on Friday.
    A source said last night: “This was a frightening incident which has left Rio and Kate pretty shaken up.
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    “It’s worrying that someone got into the grounds but Rio dealt with it  — and they both know it could have been a lot worse. But it caused a lot of concern.”
    Another source said: “Rio was alarmed to see an intruder   and  was naturally concerned for the safety of his family.
    “He acted promptly and decisively and went outside to deal with any potential threat.
    “Rio alerted the estate’s security team and then went outside to confront the intruder and demand what he was doing there.
    “He kept him there until a security guard arrived soon afterwards and the  man was led outside and detained until the police got there.”
    Rio’s heavily-pregnant wife, former Towie star Kate was inside the house with her son Cree, two, and stepchildren Lorenz, 16, Tate, 14, and Tia, 12, from Rio’s first marriage.
    Police took the intruder to ­hospital after he complained of feeling unwell.
    Despite the apparent attempt to get inside the Ferdinands’ home, the man was not arrested.
    Ex-Met Police detective chief inspector Mick Neville said: “It’s good to see a TV celebrity and famous footballer taking action to defend his home and family.
    Rio spotted the prowler in his garden in Kent while pregnant wife Kate and their kids were indoorsCredit: Instagram
    A source said: ‘This was a frightening incident’
    “There have been some horrendous stories  about the homes of footballers being broken into.
    “Rio couldn’t be sure what he was dealing with when he went outside to deal with the suspect.
    “He should be commended for dealing with it courageously.”
    The intruder turned out to be a  homeless man who is suspected to have got on to the estate — patrolled by guards — via a public bridleway.
    The matter was later dealt with by a community resolution with Rio and Kate’s consent.
    The Met said: “Police were called to a 70-year-old man detained by a private security guard having been found in the garden of a residential property.
    “He was dealt with by a community resolution for ‘Being on Enclosed Premises for an Unlawful Purpose’, an offence under the Vagrancy Act.”
    Kate made no mention of the drama when she posted stylish photos of herself and growing baby bump on Instagram later on Friday.
    She wrote: “A very busy but exciting week. Now get me home on the sofa in my pjs to my babies & hubby.”
    That night Kate made a surprise appearance on Mo Gilligan’s The Lateish Show, where Rio was a guest.
    On the Channel 4 programme, Rio — whose first wife Rebecca Ellison died of breast cancer aged 34 — spoke of the night he first met Kate in Dubai.
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    He relayed a story of how he awkwardly tripped over as he escorted her to the loo.
    It led to her nicknaming him The Peckham Crawler.
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    RIO Ferdinand is the latest in a spate of Premier League stars to be targeted by a robbery gang.
    Raheem Sterling returned from the World Cup in Qatar last year when masked thugs stole £300,000 of jewellery from his home.
    The dad of three, 28, missed England’s quarter-final to comfort fiancée Paige Milian and his kids.
    Ex-Man United midfielder Paul Pogba’s mansion was raided while his kids slept last year as he played in a Europa League game.
    The French ace, 29, called the ordeal his “worst nightmare”.
    The homes of his ex-teammates Victor Lindelof, 28, Jesse Lingard, 30, and Hannibal Mejbri, 20, were also targeted during 2022.
    Former England left-back Ashley Cole, 42, and partner Sharon Canu were tied up in their kitchen during an armed raid in January 2020.
    Supt Carl Williams, ex-head of a UK intelligence unit focused on serious organised crime, said raiders scoured players’ social media for clues to their movements.

    KATE WORRYBy Sophie King, of Tommy’s charity
    FOR many, pregnancy can be an emotional and anxious time.
    As midwives, we do our best to make sure women have the support they need to reduce stress so they can have the most positive experience possible and ultimately take home a healthy baby.
    We at Tommy’s pregnancy charity are so sad to hear about this incident and can only imagine the worry and anxiety this created.
    Everyone at Tommy’s sends the family our best wishes at this ­difficult time. More

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    Inside ex Man Utd star Tom Cleverley and Towie star wife Georgina’s six bed mansion as they sell it for £3.8m

    TOM Cleverley and wife Georgina have put their incredible mansion on the market for £3.8m. Their stunning property, located in Carrwood, Hale Barns, has six bedrooms and six bathrooms and looks every inch the home of a footballer.
    Tom and Georgina’s incredible £3.8m mansion has been listed for saleCredit: Right Move
    The property includes an impressive open plan kitchen, living and dining areaCredit: Right Move
    There’s also a gym – a must for any footballer’s houseCredit: Right Move
    And a bar room with a pool table for winding downCredit: Right Move
    Downstairs features an impressive open plan living, kitchen and dining area decorated in tasteful grey and white with dark wood features.
    Of course 33-year-old Tom’s house has its own gym and indoor swimming pool.
    But there’s also a bar room with a pool table perfect for winding down.
    The grey and dark wood theme continues upstairs, which has views out over Tom and 37-year-old former Towie star Georgina’s huge garden.
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    Tom and Georgina share the home with their four children – Neveah Rose, nine, son Albie, six, and and one-year-old twins Sloane and Summer.
    Midfielder Tom currently plays for Watford.
    Georgina only appeared on one series of Towie back in 2012, but she certainly made an impact, going on a disastrous date with Joey Essex while also snubbing the attentions of Mario Falcone.
    Tom and Georgina tied the knot in 2015Credit: Getty
    And share four children – with their twins Sloane and Summer born in 2021Credit: Instagram More