Maura Higgins shared a rare glimpse of her stuntman boyfriend Bobby Holland as she posted highlights from her 2023 “special” to Instagram on Tuesday.
The former Love Island star, 33, looked sensational in a range of skimpy swimwear from her many sun-soaked holidays, including one to the Maldives with her hunky partner.
Maura and Bobby, who works as Chris Hemsworth's stuntman, enjoyed a steamy kiss on the beach before he scooped her up in his arms and spun her around.
The clip of her living her best life also included footage from her hosting Love Island USA as well as numerous red carpet appearances.
Seemingly a nod to her new, muscle-bound boyfriend, she captioned the post: “2023 was a special year.” [Happy New Years] all.'
Maura Higgins, 33, shared a rare glimpse of her stuntman boyfriend Bobby Holland as she posted highlights from 2023 to Instagram on Tuesday
The former Love Island star looked sensational in a range of skimpy swimwear from her many sun-soaked holidays, including one to the Maldives with her hunky partner
This comes after Maura finally confirmed her relationship with Bobby during an appearance on The Late Late Late Show in December.
Host Patrick Kielty said: “The last time you were on this show you were single and ready to mingle.”
Maura proudly replied: “I'm not single anymore.” “Very happy relationship,” cheered the audience.
She then revealed that her boyfriend was sitting in the studio audience to support her, saying, “That's him. He's there somewhere.”
Patrick then teased, “He's a handsome devil, I'm not going to lie.” Maura then grinned, “Oh, he is.”
Bobby and Maura were first romantically linked after they were first spotted on a date in London in May.
The couple were then seen enjoying several passionate kisses while holidaying together in Ibiza in June.
They also regularly post flirty comments to each other on their respective Instagram posts.
Maura and Bobby, who works as Chris Hemsworth's stuntman, enjoyed a steamy kiss on the beach before he scooped her up in his arms and spun her around
Seemingly a nod to her new, muscle-bound boyfriend, she captioned the post: “2023 was a special year.” [Happy New Years] all'
Bobby is a successful stuntman who has appeared in several films and has regularly played Chris Hemsworth's stunt double for a decade (pictured left with Chris in the middle).
Bobby is a successful stuntman who has appeared in several films and regularly played Chris Hemsworth's stunt double for a decade.
Speaking to Hit Mid North Coast's Krysti and Bodge in 2020, Bobby revealed what the Thor star is really like.
The UK-based athlete told Australian radio hosts that he had a “great relationship” and “understanding” with Chris.
“The actors I work with work really hard, especially Chris,” Bobby said.
Bobby went on to reveal how Chris does most stunts unless a dangerous move could cause the actor to risk injury, resulting in a delay in production.
This comes after Maura finally confirmed her relationship with Bobby during an appearance on The Late Late Late Show in December
Bobby and Maura were first romantically linked after they were first spotted on a date in London in May
He explained: “Chris will say, 'Bob, jump in and do this,' because if Chris gets an injury because of it, that doesn't mean he can't do it, it just means if he gets an injury because of it.” If Failure to do so would mean that production would have to stop.
“It obviously costs a lot of money, so it’s a domino effect.”
According to his website, Bobby has appeared as a stunt double in 50 feature films, including alongside Christian Bale, Tom Cruise, Harrison Ford, Robert Downey Jr., Angelina Jolie, Morgan Freeman, Charlize Theron and Leonardo DiCaprio.
In 2018, he told Chron Australia how far he had pushed himself while filming several Hollywood blockbusters.
'While [films] Green Lantern and Thor Ragnorak, I broke mine [spinal] L4, L5 and S1 discs that caused foot drop on both sides [an inability to lift the front part of the foot]”Bobby explained.
Bobby began his career as a gymnast and competed as a national team member and national gold medalist.
Maura previously dated Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice as well as her Love Island co-stars Christopher Taylor and Curtis Pritchard.
Speaking to Hit Mid North Coast's Krysti and Bodge in 2020, Bobby revealed that he has “a great relationship” and “understanding” with Chris