Six months ago, Love Island 2016 star Katie Salmon warmed the hearts of her 267,000 Instagram followers by announcing that she had given birth to a beautiful baby girl. Alongside some adorable snaps, Katie wrote on Instagram, “am officially a Mummy!!!!🥺🐯💕✨… Universe thank you for the greatest gift alive. My beautiful baby daughter.”
The series two Islander also revealed the unusual baby name for her daughter. She said, “We welcomed our beautiful baby girl into this magical world. Thaiga Dean (pronounced Tiger) 🐯”.
Sadly, several of these cutesy maternal posts have since been culled from the influencer's socials as six months after giving birth, Katie has split with her fiancé and the father of her child, Harry, according to The Sun. She has deleted every trace of Harry from her Instagram; including snaps from their gender reveal party and Harry's birthday party.
Katie is yet to speak out regarding the specific reasons for the split, although she did share a few words on her Instagram Story recently, giving fans an insight into her current mindset.
She wrote, "Everything has changed for me since having my little girl. It's been one of the hardest most beautiful journeys.
"I didn't know I had it in me to go through everything I have this year. Women are super heroes idgaf.
"The reward is her precious smile and health."
Katie continues, "I've settled for way less than I deserve from so many people because I never really respected who I was or what my worth is.
"My loyalty, love and energy is unmatched. The change has been intense yet so eye opening.
"I've had to mourn someone who once was and allow for the new me to come in. If you can't respect my growth, then you don't deserve to be at our table.
"Changes coming for me is exciting so if your struggling know that as painful as it is, it really is here to help you evolve [sic]."
In a separate post, Katie wrote, "I love seeing people recover from messed up situations to end up getting the success, love and bliss they deserve."
Closer Online has reached out to Katie's reps for comment.
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2 of 18Cally Jane Beech and Luis Morrison
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3 of 18Cara de la Hoyde and Nathan Massey
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4 of 18Cara de la Hoyde and Nathan Massey
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6 of 18Emma-Jane Woodhams
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7 of 18Tyla Carr
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8 of 18Jess Hayes
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12 of 18Malin Andersson
In 2019, Love Island 2016 star Malin Andersson gave birth to a baby girl called Consy, however, just days later, Malin confirmed the heartbreaking news that her daughter had sadly passed away.Malin, who welcomed her daughter seven weeks before her due date, took to her social media accounts to reveal the devastating news. Sharing a photo of Consy, the reality star wrote, 'Completely in love with you.. and my Mum just wanted you to be with her. Your time wasn't ready yet. Mummy loves you. I stayed with you each day.. you opened your eyes one last time for me and I saw those beautiful big brown eyes. I'm so sorry I couldn't do anymore. Go be with grandma Consy. My angel. Rest in peace CONSY GLORIA EMMA ANDERSSON-KEMP 23/12/18-22/01/19.' In August 2021, Malin confirmed she was pregnant again, sharing a cute tribute to Consy in the post.
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2018 winner Dani Dyer gave birth to a baby boy with her boyfriend Sammy Kimmence on Saturday 23rd January 2021, sharing some adorable photos of her baby boy on Instagram.
14 of 18Marcel Somerville and Rebecca Viera
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15 of 18Theo Campbell
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16 of 18Terry Walsh
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17 of 18Luis Morrison and Chloe Elizabeth
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18 of 18Max Morley
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Who is Katie Salmon?
Katie Salmon is a reality star and former glamour model best known for appearing on the second series of Love Island in 2016. She's also launched her own clothing label called Prodigal Fox. She also produces her own content for OnlyFans.
How old is Katie Salmon?
Katie is currently 26 years old. She was born on 24 November 1995.
Where is Katie Salmon from?
Katie is originally from Liverpool in England but has been spending a lot of time in Thailand. Her jetset lifestyle has also seen her live in Ibiza.
When was Katie Salmon on Love Island?
Katie appeared on the second series of Love Island in 2016 when she entered the villa as a bombshell on day 34 and coupled up with Sophie Gradon in the show's first ever (and so far only) same-sex couple. However, Sophie quit the villa just days later after having second thoughts about their relationship.
Katie then coupled up with Adam Maxted and they finished the show in fourth place. Their relationship didn't last on the outside world though and Adam charmingly (not) compared her to a kebab following their split.
Who is Katie Salmon dating?
As far as we can tell, following her alleged split from fiancé Harry, Katie is currently single. Katie and Harry got engaged last year when he popped the question at Christmas. They have one child together, daughter Thaiga Dean.
Katie shared the news on Instagram as she posted a snap of her and Harry posing with the ring and wrote, "HE ASKED ME TO BE HIS WIFE 😭❤️ My best friend, my twin flame, the love of my life asked me to marry him and made me the happiest girl alive!!!! 😢 My baby, we’ve been through so much together and built so much, I cannot wait to share this next chapter with you and take your hand in marriage forever. I love you so much I have no other words to say! The best Christmas … ❤️ YES, YES YES."
Does Katie Salmon have Instagram?
Yep, you can follow Katie on Instagram at @itskatiesalmon.