Joey Essex and Jessy Potts shut down rumours they’re ‘faking their real deal romance’ as they hold hands and kiss outside Mayfair restaurant

Joey Essex and Jessy Potts shut down rumours they're 'faking their real deal romance' as they hold hands and kiss outside Mayfair restaurant

As a seasoned observer of reality TV stars’ careers, I must say that Joey Essex’s ambition to conquer America is both daring and exciting. Having watched his journey from The Only Way Is Essex to Love Island, it’s clear that he has a unique charm that could indeed win over the American audience.


Joey Essex and Jessy Potts refuted speculation that their relationship is fabricated, by publicly displaying affection like holding hands and exchanging a kiss, in front of a Mayfair eatery.

On Sunday evening, the pair who didn’t make it to Love Island’s finale and were labeled by viewers as the least compatible couple were seen displaying affectionate gestures while dining out in London.

For the outing, Jessy, aged 25, chose a fashionable white-and-blue minidress adorned with patterns. She accessorized it with a set of white sneakers and a stylish cream handbag.

As I strolled arm-in-arm with my reality TV beau, I added a touch of panache to my look with oversized sunnies and delicate golden ear studs, effortlessly complementing the vibrant energy of our day.

As a die-hard fan, I, Joey (34), found myself drawn to the radiant charm of her golden locks. In stark contrast, I decided to don an elegantly mysterious all-black ensemble for our enchanting dinner date at the sophisticated haven, Roka.

Joey Essex and Jessy Potts shut down rumours they're 'faking their real deal romance' as they hold hands and kiss outside Mayfair restaurant

Joey Essex and Jessy Potts shut down rumours they're 'faking their real deal romance' as they hold hands and kiss outside Mayfair restaurant
Joey Essex and Jessy Potts shut down rumours they're 'faking their real deal romance' as they hold hands and kiss outside Mayfair restaurant

The former TOWIE star wore a pair of baggy black jeans, a T-shirt and a chunky leather jacket. 

He finished off his look with a pair of shades and white and black trainers. 

They walked together, holding hands, looking happy and sharing laughter and conversation. Eventually, they paused for a sweet kiss amidst the greenery of a park.

After supporters of the ITV2 reality program claimed that the couple’s relationship was fabricated, it turns out that the PDA (Public Display of Affection) occurred.

Joey and his girlfriend have denied this and claimed their romance is the ‘real deal’.

As a devoted observer, I can’t help but point out an intriguing detail: Although this fresh pair has been seen side by side in TV and magazine features where Joey hinted at starting a family, neither of them have shown up on the other’s Instagram feed since they made their relationship official.

People talked even more after Joey mentioned on This Morning that he was thinking about relocating to the U.S., hoping to establish his reputation over there.

It appears that the duo are leading distinct lifestyles right now. Joey is traversing the nation, earning an estimated £250,000 from a club tour, whereas Jessy has been socializing with friends and attending red carpet events on her own.

TopMob have contacted Jessy and Joey’s reps for comment.

Joey Essex and Jessy Potts shut down rumours they're 'faking their real deal romance' as they hold hands and kiss outside Mayfair restaurant
Joey Essex and Jessy Potts shut down rumours they're 'faking their real deal romance' as they hold hands and kiss outside Mayfair restaurant

The former TOWIE star caused a stir when he entered the villa as the first celebrity contestant.

Despite being labelled as the ‘pantomime villain’ and well known for his bachelor antics, later claimed to have settled down with ‘exclusive girlfriend’ Jessy.

Joey asserts that, even though they haven’t said “I love you” to one another, he believes they’ve both begun contemplating their future together.

He told OK! Magazine: ‘We’ve already spoken about kids.’

As a lifestyle enthusiast, I share the dream of building a substantial family with my partner. However, we find ourselves in a slight disagreement at present. While I envision a larger household with eight members, she prefers a more moderate family size of four. Balancing our desires and finding common ground is essential for us to move forward harmoniously.

He added, “Think about how fantastic that could be? I’m all set. I’d be more than willing to start it tomorrow. In fact, perhaps even tonight!”

The star has disclosed that he’s been receiving considerable attention from the U.S., and he’s contemplating pursuing potential chances over there.

According to reports, there has already been significant enthusiasm for this in the U.S., a fascination that predates Love Island. So, once he takes a break, it seems his plan is to capitalize on this interest further.

As a passionate aspirant, I am eagerly looking forward to transitioning my professional journey across the Atlantic, seeking to establish a distinctive identity in the vibrant reality market that America offers. The allure of fresh, exhilarating opportunities out there is irresistible.

Joey Essex and Jessy Potts shut down rumours they're 'faking their real deal romance' as they hold hands and kiss outside Mayfair restaurant
Joey Essex and Jessy Potts shut down rumours they're 'faking their real deal romance' as they hold hands and kiss outside Mayfair restaurant

They have a fondness for the British, but they’ve never met someone quite as unique as Joey. It’s entirely plausible that he might also become popular in America.

According to the report, there’s been a flood of magazine covershoots and podcast invitations for his management team, Neon Management, ever since Love Island. Additionally, they’ve got more meetings lined up with Netflix, making Joey busier than ever.

It appears that Joey’s fame remains undiminished despite the unfavorable press generated by his time on Love Island, during which he faced allegations of rudeness towards his former girlfriend, Grace Jackson, and being argumentative within the villa.

But the star is also battling negative reactions from his followers. 

Previously competing on I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!, this individual is allegedly facing a nightmare similar to that depicted in Baby Reindeer, due to persistent online harassment from an overly enthusiastic admirer.

As a devoted fan, I’ve found myself overwhelmed by the influx of approximately 100,000 messages I’ve received lately. Among these, there are certain ones that seem to include veiled threats against my girlfriend, Jessy.

Joey Essex and Jessy Potts shut down rumours they're 'faking their real deal romance' as they hold hands and kiss outside Mayfair restaurant
Joey Essex and Jessy Potts shut down rumours they're 'faking their real deal romance' as they hold hands and kiss outside Mayfair restaurant

Joey felt compelled to reach out to the police due to his growing worries over the threatening and ominous tones of certain messages he received.

It’s said that these actions involve perceived threats like saying they will “empty their gun” at Jessy, along with some individuals labeling his partner as a “heavyweight woman” and a “female dog.”

According to a source familiar with the matter, Joey’s communications from a specific individual over the past few months have grown noticeably more alarming.

Joey shared with The Sun that he felt compelled to inform the authorities about the individual sending increasingly menacing messages.

He expressed that he appreciates his fans and enjoys interacting with them online, but there needs to be some boundaries, and regretfully, this is where they must be drawn.

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2024-08-19 18:53

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