Football legend and popular TV personality Alex Scott is set to embark on a new adventure as she enters the challenging I’m a Celebrity jungle this Sunday. The BBC stalwart will offer viewers a more personal insight into her life, sharing intimate details about the experiences that have shaped her.
A significant chapter in Scott’s journey revolves around her time at Arsenal, where she played 313 matches over three separate periods with the club. However, not every memory from her second stint with the Gunners brings joy to the former right-back.
During that period, Scott’s path crossed with fellow player Kelly Smith, leading to a romantic relationship that ultimately did not stand the test of time. Despite earning 140 caps for England during her illustrious career, Scott openly discussed her deep and intense love for Smith in her 2022 autobiography, ‘How (Not) To Be Strong.’
Reflecting on the past, Scott, now 41, seems to have come to terms with the pain of her past relationship. Over a decade after parting ways with Smith, she appears to have found love again with pop singer Jess Glynne, with whom she has been seen attending events together and sharing moments on social media.
While Scott has remained discreet about her relationship with Glynne, she has acknowledged that her upbringing has influenced certain aspects of their dynamic. She revealed how her father’s emotional restrictions impacted her ability to express affection, a sentiment that her father has contested, emphasizing his parenting approach within the context of the time.
Despite initially keeping their relationship private, Scott and Glynne have realized the uniqueness of their bond. As Alex Scott joins the cast of I’m a Celebrity, her journey in the Australian wilderness is sure to bring her relationship with Glynne into the spotlight.