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Christine McGuinness Quits Celebs Go Dating After Emotional On-Air Conversation

She cited overwhelming public attention, opting for private dating, returning to her children.

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Overview

  • Tuesday’s episode showed McGuinness tearfully telling the show’s agents she wanted to leave, saying she needed to date in a more natural, private setting and go home to her kids.
  • Dating experts Anna Williamson and Paul C. Brunson said she had worked with the agency for a couple of weeks in real time and that they only learned of her decision during the filmed conversation, calling it a brave choice.
  • On camera, McGuinness referred to a breach of trust in her marriage to Paddy McGuinness and said she was the one who ended the relationship.
  • The show’s team signaled the door remains open for her to return, and PR consultant Rebecca May predicted she would attract further TV and brand opportunities.
  • Leanne Grant, who dated McGuinness during filming in Ibiza, said she was not paid for her appearance and that expenses such as flights and meals were covered.