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Chris Hughes (TV personality)

Chris Hughes is a British television personality and sports presenter best known for his appearance on the third series of ITV2's reality show, Love Island, in 2017. Following his stint on the show, Hughes briefly pursued a music career, forming a duo named Chris & Kem with fellow Love Island contestant Kem Cetinay. He has since transitioned into sports presenting.


December 1992: Born in Gloucestershire

In December 1992, Chris Hughes was born in Gloucestershire to Paul and Valerie Hughes.

2017: Appeared on Love Island

In 2017, Chris Hughes appeared on the third series of the ITV2 reality show Love Island, marking a significant point in his television career.

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2017: Love Island Contestant and Football Player

In 2017, Chris Hughes became a contestant on Love Island and reached the finale, finishing in third place. After Love Island, he played football for Bourton Rovers F.C. making 13 appearances.

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January 2019: Started dating Jesy Nelson

In January 2019, Chris Hughes began dating Jesy Nelson, a former member of Little Mix.

January 2019: Live Testicular Exam on This Morning

In January 2019, Chris Hughes took a live testicular exam on This Morning to spread cancer awareness and revealed he had undergone testicular operations since age 14.

2019: Presented Live Horse Racing Coverage

From 2019, Chris Hughes began presenting live horse racing coverage with ITV Racing.

2019: Starred in Documentary

In 2019, Chris Hughes starred in the BBC Three documentary Me, My Brother And Our Balls.

January 2020: Altercation with a photographer

On 28 January 2020, Chris Hughes was involved in an altercation with a photographer outside the InterContinental Hotel near the O2.

August 2021: Confirmed Relationship with Annabel Dimmock

In August 2021, Chris Hughes confirmed he was in a relationship with professional golfer Annabel Dimmock.

2021: Presented BBC Sport Coverage of The Hundred

From 2021, Chris Hughes began presenting BBC Sport coverage of The Hundred cricket tournament.

September 2023: Participated on "Don't Look Down" in aid of Stand Up to Cancer (UK)

In September 2023, Channel 4 announced Chris Hughes as a participant on "Don't Look Down" in aid of Stand Up to Cancer (UK).

April 2025: Entered Celebrity Big Brother

In April 2025, Chris Hughes entered the Celebrity Big Brother house to appear as a housemate on the twenty-fourth series.