While some Love Island contestants find the one for them on the show – take the likes of Cara de la Hoyde and Nathan Massey and Sanam Harrinanan and Kai Fagan, for example – there are plenty who don’t find love in the villa but go on to their happy ever after back in the outside world.
Just look at winter Love Island 2023 bombshell Claudia Fogarty, who had an on/off relationship with Casey O’Gorman during their time in Cape Town. As we all know, they didn’t work out and Casey went on to take part in All Stars 2024 and All Stars 2025.
Claudia, on the other hand, began dating footballer Olly Crankshaw in September 2023. They’re still together now and recently announced they’re expecting their first child. Following the happy news, here’s everything you need to know about Claudia…
Who is Claudia Fogarty?
Claudia was a contestant on the winter series of Love Island in 2023. She made her memorable entrance during the heart-rate challenge on day 23. Although she was dumped from the Island on day 45, she became one of the breakout stars of her series.
How old is Claudia Fogarty?
Born on 9 August 1994, she is currently 230 years old. When she left the villa, there was some confusion around her age, which she quickly cleared up in a video on Samie Elishi's YouTube video. She said, 'According to Instagram I'm 40. Apparently I look like I'm 40... All the haters can do one.'
Where is Claudia Fogarty from?
Northern lass Claudia is from Blackburn.
What does Claudia Fogarty do?
Before entering the villa, Claudia already had her own fashion boutique, Sister Stories, with her sister Danielle. The sisters founded the brand in 2021.
Who did Claudia Fogarty couple up with in the villa?
Claudia was coupled up with Casey O'Gorman for the majority of her time on Love Island, but the pair didn't last long. Although they survived the dreaded Casa Amor, Casey then chose to recouple with bombshell Rosie Seabrook, while Claudia coupled up with rugby player Keanan Brand.
Claudia and Keanan were sent packing, but fans still held a candle that she and Casey could reunite.
What happened between Claudia Fogarty and Casey O'Gorman?
Casey and Claudia were constantly seen at events with each other after the villa, sparking rumours that their relationship was back on. Claudia later admitted that they were briefly friends with benefits during an appearance on the Nip Tuck podcast.
She said, 'We have overstepped the friendship mark in the past, I’m not going to deny that – I think it’s pretty obvious to everyone.'
Who is Claudia Fogarty's boyfriend?
Claudia had been teasing a romance with professional footballer Olly Crankshaw before they went Instagram official in September 2023 when she shared a picture of them together, which was captioned, 'Finally found my happiness 🤍.'
Claudia's former Love Island partner Casey, clearly approved of her new beau as he left a string of heart emojis in the comments section.
Olly is 26 years old and currently plays for Altrincham.
Is Claudia Fogarty pregnant?
Yep, Claudia and Olly announced they were expecting a baby girl in May 2025. She posted a video of them showing off their baby scan photos on the beach on Instagram and wrote, 'Half of me half of you 👶🏼 We can’t wait to meet you. Baby Crankshaw coming November 25 💗.'
Are Claudia Fogarty and Samie Elishi still friends?
Claudia and Samie formed a firm friendship in the Love Island villa which continued back in the outside world. However, eagle-eyed fans noticed they'd unfollowed each other on Instagram last year and Samie confirmed she was no longer friends with Claudia following her All Stars stint.
Speaking to Love Island 2021 winners Millie Court and Liam Reardon on their podcast, Samie was asked, 'Are you still friends with Claudia?' She swiftly replied with a simple, 'No,' and chose not to elaborate when pushed by Liam. Awkward...
Who is Claudia Fogarty's dad?
As the daughter of world famous motorcycle racer, Carl Fogarty, Claudia was used to the public eye before going on Love Island.
Having a dad who won I'm A Celeb in 2014, Claudia already had a reality TV champion in her corner, so what advice did the King of the Jungle offer his daughter before she entered the realm of reality TV?
'My dad just told me to be myself, he said the one thing you can’t do is hide who you are, he said he loves who I am and everyone else will love me,' she admitted.
Does Claudia Fogarty have Instagram?
Obvs, you can follow her at @claudiafogarty.