James Haskell has openly confessed to having a crush on his Celebs Go Dating co-star, Coleen Nolan, during an interview on This Morning. The 41-year-old rugby star, who is currently navigating the world of dating on the E4 series, shared his feelings for the 61-year-old Loose Women star as he spoke with Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley.
Haskell, who has formed close bonds with his fellow celebs during the show, singled out Coleen as his top crush. “We’ve bonded really well, and they are so nice, I love them. Especially Coleen Nolan, I’ve got a real crush on her as well,” James admitted. “We’re not allowed to date the other celebs but I probably would’ve given her a spin,” he said, revealing a flirtatious side to his personality.
The moment took a playful turn when Ben Shephard jokingly responded, “Would you?” as both he and Cat Deeley giggled at James’ candid confession. At the end of the interview, Ben surprised James by revealing that Coleen was backstage, ready to make a surprise appearance. Coleen then walked out and greeted James with a warm embrace, leading to further playful exchanges between the two.
The conversation took a cheeky turn as James jokingly asked Coleen, “Do you wanna sit on my knee?” to which she laughed, replying, “Not again.” The pair continued to banter, with James teasing Coleen by saying, “I had to honestly put multiple locks on the door, she was coming at me, tried climbing through the window.”
Fans of the show couldn’t help but react to the flirtatious moments shared between the two stars, sparking conversations about the chemistry and camaraderie between them.
Mixed Reactions and Support from Fans
Despite the lighthearted exchange, the news of James’ crush on Coleen generated mixed reactions from fans. While some applauded his honesty and playfulness, others weighed in on Coleen’s reaction, with some defending her for laughing it off and staying lighthearted about the situation.
James’ personal life has been in the spotlight recently, especially after receiving harsh criticism from dating experts on Celebs Go Dating for having “no chat” during a mixer event. However, the celebrity dating show has been a source of entertainment, with Haskell frequently getting involved in playful moments with the other participants.
In his confessional moments, James admitted to being shocked by the criticism, saying, “Yeah, not a great start. I’ve been told my chat is absolute s**t house, which is shocking to the very core as I thought I was doing alright.” Despite the initial awkwardness, James’ humor and openness have made him a memorable participant on the show.
More Drama Ahead for Celebs Go Dating Fans
The current season of Celebs Go Dating has brought plenty of drama, with moments of tension between the celebrity participants and dating experts. Recently, dating gurus Paul C Brunson, Anna Williamson, and Dr. Tara criticized James for his lack of conversation skills during a mixer event. The experts even went as far as to say, “Dude’s got no game,” as they watched James struggle to connect with fellow singles.
As the season progresses, fans are eagerly watching to see how the dynamics unfold between James, Coleen, and the rest of the celebrities involved. With flirtations, awkward moments, and expert critiques, Celebs Go Dating continues to be a source of entertainment for viewers, with James Haskell’s confession only adding more fuel to the fire.
