‘She never seems to pay, it’s way over the top’: Truth about Denise Van Outen’s lavish lifestyle as insiders tell CODIE BULLEN how she REALLY affords all those expensive holidays and high-end luxuries

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She became well-known as a prominent figure in 1990s ‘ladette’ culture and a popular television host, largely due to her work presenting the popular Channel 4 show, The Big Breakfast.

Denise Van Outen, the much-loved ‘Essex girl’ prompted more newspaper headlines than A-list stars.

After training at the renowned Sylvia Young Theatre School in London, she enjoyed a diverse career. She was in a relationship with Jamiroquai’s Jay Kay for several years, worked as a presenter on Radio X, and became known as a judge on Andrew Lloyd Webber’s BBC talent shows, including I’d Do Anything and Any Dream Will Do.

Denise recently started working as a DJ and seems to be using her fame to get perks and discounts. Friends say she rarely spends money, and enjoys receiving free items.

The 51-year-old mother is certainly enjoying the benefits of her newfound fame, receiving many free gifts and experiences. Some people think it’s all become a bit excessive.

This often involves receiving free luxury hotel stays and high-end beauty products in exchange for posts on Instagram. These posts are clearly marked with tags like ‘ad’ or ‘gifted’ to comply with advertising regulations, which require disclosure of any free items received.

Denise recently shared that British Airways gifted her a free trip to Universal Orlando Resort in Florida, and she got to go with several well-known friends, including Holly Willoughby, Abbey Clancy, Peter Crouch, Mark Wright, and Olly Murs.

Denise spent her half-term holiday at Universal Orlando with her daughter Betsy, from her marriage to actor Lee Mead (winner of ‘Any Dream Will Do’ in 2007), and her niece Freja. They stayed in a hotel where rooms cost up to $739 (approximately £565) and visited multiple theme parks, including the Volcano Bay water park.

She excitedly shared about her amazing half-term school holiday trip to Universal Orlando, where she and her daughters, Betsy and Freja, stayed at Universal Orlando Hotels.

This place has everything you could want! The theme parks are fantastic for teens who love excitement, and the nighttime entertainment is especially great – the closing fountain show is a must-see. Plus, the food is incredible, with plenty of healthy options like sushi and salads, which is a huge plus.

The resort is perfectly located for shopping, with malls and outlet stores just a quick, 10-minute drive away. It’s a fantastic holiday – British Airways Holidays really delivered!

But it isn’t just holidays that Denise is getting for free.

Denise has furnished her new London apartment with complimentary gifts. The former socialite now boasts a £2,100 Caple wine cooler, which she enthusiastically recommended to her 752,000 followers. She explained, ‘I love having guests over in my London flat, so a great wine cooler is a must-have, and this one from Caple is perfect. It not only chills wine bottles but also keeps glasses cold – that’s probably why my friends always enjoy coming over for a glass of wine!’

She’s featuring a grey, three-seater sofa from Sofology, which costs around £1,499. In a promotional video, she described it as ‘super comfy and stylish,’ and highlighted that it’s made with a special, easy-to-clean fabric. She recommends it for busy households with kids and pets who still want a touch of luxury, encouraging fans to explore Sofology’s lifestyle fabric range.

Denise recently showed off her beautifully decorated London flat, revealing that even the wallpaper was a gift! She thanked @ilovewallpaper.co.uk for the ‘perfect touch of luxury,’ explaining that the Milan II (white & gold) and Howson (ivory & gold) wallpapers completely transformed her hallway and guest bedroom into something special.

Denise, represented by Encanta Talent Management, has collaborated with fashion brands like Primark, Topshop, and JD Williams. She also receives complimentary beauty products, often sharing posts about them – recently, she featured a £111 ‘glow set’ from Korean skincare brand Yepoda.

She excitedly shared that she’s stopped wasting time searching for individual skincare products. Now, she uses the complete ‘Full Glow Set’ from Yepoda, which comes with everything she needs in one convenient box, calling it a ‘dream come true!’

Social media stars with over a million followers can make over £10,000 for each sponsored post they create. Even bigger celebrities could earn significantly more. The final price depends on things like how many followers they have, how much interaction their posts get, how long the promotion lasts, and whether it’s a single post or a longer-term partnership.

Denise balances her social life, including trips to Ibiza, with regular health check-ups at Preventicum London. These assessments range in price from £2,000 for a basic package to over £11,500 for a more comprehensive one.

She shared her positive experience with a health check at Preventicum London, saying she was thoroughly impressed with the team’s professionalism and care. She felt great prioritizing her health and appreciated the peace of mind the results provided, highly recommending Preventicum to others.

This year, Denise not only signed lucrative deals with social media platforms but also became a resident DJ at UNVRS, the famous Ibiza super club. She’s been spending a lot of time on the island, enjoying luxurious accommodations and dining.

She spent several nights this summer at the Wi-Ki-Woo hotel with her friend, DJ Jemma Bolt. Rooms there cost from €271 (around £238) per night.

The couple documented their meals at the hotel and other places, including the famous Cafe Mambo known for its sunsets. Outside of work, they were often seen enjoying the VIP areas of clubs and even hanging out with DJs like Carl Cox and David Guetta.

VIP tables at UNVRS, where Denise DJs and hosts events, can cost anywhere from around €500 (about £440) for a basic table to several thousand euros for the best spots.

This year, her successful DJ career has taken off, landing her major performances at events like Glastonbury, the Monaco Grand Prix, the Isle of Wight Festival, and even in the Maldives. Her Ibiza residency has also been a big part of this success, and it’s likely the company booking her paid for all these appearances.

Denise posted some bikini photos from her work trip to the Maldives, calling the Velassaru Maldives resort ‘PARADISE.’ She enjoyed time on the beach, DJing at a beach party, and spending time with her colleagues.

Denise shared that her regular performances in Ibiza, a major career highlight, have motivated her to explore new sounds in club and electronic music.

I was so thrilled to hear that the DJ finally released a new album, ‘A Bit Of Me,’ after 22 years! It turns out she spent the summer playing gigs on a Spanish island, and that experience really sparked her creativity. It’s amazing to see how a change of scenery can inspire such incredible music.

She shared that she was composing both upbeat dance music and heartfelt ballads, and really enjoyed making music again. She confirmed she definitely intends to release the new material.

The radio personality has featured a brand new song on the project, written after her breakup with Eddie Boxshall in 2022. She ended their seven-year relationship when she found out he had been cheating.

Denise explained that the song reflected a time when she was feeling confused and unsure about what the future held.

It certainly seems she’s now making the most of what life has to offer.

Denise’s representatives have been approached for comment.

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2025-11-05 20:24