Saffron Barker, known for her appearances on Strictly Come Dancing, has made her relationship with Welsh rugby player Louis Rees-Zammit Instagram official. The couple made their first public outing at the Hunger Games premiere and later shared a romantic snap of them kissing. Saffron, who has a huge following of 1.8 million on Instagram, captioned the photo with a heart emoji. Famous friends such as Tallia Storm, Amy Dowden, and Abbie Quinnen congratulated the couple on their new relationship.
From Rugby Star to Social Media Sensation
Louis Rees-Zammit, 22, is a well-known figure in Welsh rugby and has recently been featured in a documentary about his life on BBC Wales. After scoring a late try in a Six Nations win against Scotland in 2021, Louis quickly gained popularity and gained 70,000 Instagram followers overnight. He has since signed deals with Adidas, energy drink Savitar, and BMW. Meanwhile, Saffron Barker has built a successful career on YouTube and is estimated to be worth over £1 million. Her accomplishments include numerous endorsements, TV appearances, and her participation in Channel 4's Celebrity Circle.
A Match Made in the Spotlight
Before dating Saffron, Louis was in a relationship with Alicia, the daughter of Manchester United legend Paul Scholes. However, he is now enjoying his time with Saffron, while also managing his rising fame. Both Saffron and Louis have found success in their respective fields and are now navigating their relationship in the public eye.
