Celebs Go Dating’s Olivia Hawkins reveals what really happened on Ibiza trip with Louis Russell after poolside snog

CELEBS Go Dating star Olivia Hawkins has opened up about her “instant chemistry” with co-star Louis Russell after their Ibiza romance.

Last night, E4 viewers saw Love Island beauty Olivia, 30, hit it off with Too Hot To Handle star Louis, 24, at the first mixer of the series, as the flirty interaction quickly raised the agents eyebrows.

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Olivia Hawkins revealed what really happened in Ibiza with co-star Louis RussellCredit: Instagram

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E4 viewers will go on a ‘journey’ as they watch her and Louis’s romance unfoldCredit: Instagram

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Olivia said there was plenty of ‘ups and downs’ between her and Louis on the showCredit: Nic Serpell-Rand / Channel 4

We previously revealed that Olivia and Louis were spotted snogging poolside during the sunkissed away trip.

And now Olivia has revealed exactly what happened during their time away together.

Speaking exclusively to The Sun, Olivia said: “Me and Louis definitely take the viewers on a journey for sure and it’s a lot of ups and downs.”

Olivia admitted filming the first week in Ibiza helped speed up her connection with Louis.

She said: “Because we all spent that week together, it was very much similar to Love Island, we’re you’re spending so much time together that everything is fast forwarded a lot.

“Even with my friendship with Kerry and Jon, we got to know each and we’re so close.”

Co-star Kerry Katona added: “There was only five of us there at that point, it was so intense, just a week, like any reality show you do, felt like a year – that’s it we’re connected then.”

Olivia teased: “But me and Louis, we may have had a moment.”

In the past, hook-ups between co-stars were frowned upon, but usually happen anyway.

Olivia admitted: “I’m known to be quite cheeky – I did tell the agents I would be hard work.”

Kerry insisted: “You’re not hard work, this is your problem, you’re really not and you don’t understand your worth.”

Olivia continued: “I think I might have been one of the hardest for them to crack, I think I was one of the last to actually go in on my session and I remember Kerry saying ‘get ready, you’ll need tissues’, and I think I was probably emotional in the first five minutes.

But for me that’s such a release because I’ve never spoken about some of the things I’ve spoken about, even my friends and family, for people watching they’ll really get to know me and that vulnerable side.

While Louis also told us that he enjoyed a very flirty connection with Olivia from the get go.

He said: “Olivia is a beautiful lovely girl and we had a good time.

“I think from the get go we sort of just clicked, we just got on and it was always flirty.”

TOO HOT TO HANDLE

Previously, we told how they and were spotted snogging poolside.

At the time, a show insider revealed: “It usually takes a few weeks for things to spice up but not with these two.

“Within 48 hours of arriving in Ibiza the sexual spark between them was obvious.

“They clearly couldn’t resist each other.”

Meanwhile, shortly after their connection fizzled out, Liv dropped huge hints she fancied TOWIE alum Pete Wicks.

While Louis has been spotted holding hands with Love Island US star Huda Mustafa at a movie premiere earlier this month.

Celebs Go Dating – back and better than ever!

Whether you’re single, loved-up or stuck in a summer situationship, it’s time for the latest series of Celebs Go Dating! With the show returning to Channel 4 this August, let’s find out who’s searching for love this year…

Kerry Katona  

TV personality and former pop star Kerry is back, ready to step out of her comfort zone and find someone to make her feel “whole again”. 

Sam Prince

Straight from the stylish streets of Chelsea SW3, reality TV star Sam is on a quest to find his perfect princess.

Jon Lee

S Club 7 singer Jon is on the lookout for a tall, dashing Prince Charming to sweep him off his feet. Will he find his happily ever after?

Olivia Hawkins

Former Love Island contestant Olivia will be seeking a fiery connection on a new love island when the cast takes a trip to sunny Ibiza.

Louis Russell

Fans of Too Hot To Handle will be thrilled to see Louis from season five. But can he keep his cool as he mingles with the hotties this series has to offer?

Christine McGuinness

Model and former beauty queen Christine is ready to find love again. As a busy mum of three, she’s looking for someone family-oriented and ready to embrace life with kids.

Mark Labbett

Last but not least, Mark, dubbed “The Beast” in game show The Chase, is hunting for that special someone he can win a pub quiz with.

Tune in!

From hilariously awkward encounters to heartfelt moments, Celebs Go Dating is the perfect mix of relatable romance and unfiltered celebrity drama. Stream the series on Channel 4 now!