Dancing on Ice star Claire Sweeney became the latest celeb to be axed from the ITV ice rink on Sunday (February 4).
The Coronation Street actress is partnered with American pair skater Colin Grafton, who first appeared on the show last year, when he partnered The Vivienne. But who is she coupled up with in real life?
Claire appears to be flying solo right now and doing her best as a single mum. She split from her ex Daniel Reilly in 2015, who she shares Jaxon, eight, with.
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At the time, she shared a statement, which read: “It read: “Whilst we have decided not to remain together we are committed to bringing up our wonderful son. And making sure we are great parents and supporting each other to achieve that.”
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However, she did reveal that she is “open” to dating new people but is just very “busy”. Talking to OK!, Claire said: ” “I’m open to dating but at the moment I’m so busy with Jaxon and Corrie and everything else. If I met someone amazing then that would be lovely but it’s out of my hands.”
This isn’t to say she’s not tried though as she confessed to using celebrity dating app Raya – but unfortunately didn’t have much luck. She added: “I tried Raya but it wasn’t really for me. I like to meet people and talk to people.
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“Sometimes you see someone and you don’t think you’re going to be attracted to them but then they make you laugh or they have a fabulous brain and there is that connection! I prefer that organic, old-school magic.”
The Brookside star would much prefer to meet the traditional way and not through a screen. Claire suggested: “The best way to find love is to have friends introduce you. But I’m really happy as I am at the moment. I can’t believe I’m in Corrie and I want to focus on that at the moment and Jaxon.”
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The TV star also highlighted that her son is her priority when it comes to all aspects of her life including dating and work. Claire told the Liverpool Echo: “I’m a single mum and my decisions are not only based on the love of what I do but they’re based on stability for me and my son.
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“I’m 52 years of age now. Not only is it the best soap, and not only is she a wonderful part but having stability for a while just comes at the right time as well.
“Not touring in a musical in a different place every week. I get to have my full weekends with my boy now, which is lovely.”
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