Former Love Island star Adam Collard has admitted he blames his past “love rat” ways for bringing “bad karma” onto his relationship with sports presenter Laura Woods
Adam Collard has revealed he blames his past actions for fiancee Laura Woods having a miscarriage. The former Love Island star admitted he believes his previous “love rat” persona brought “bad karma” on the pair.
The Geordie star, 29, confessed he believes his dating show antics on the likes of the ITV show – where he appeared twice – and Celebs Go Dating brought negative energy onto his current relationship. The gym owner is set to be put through his paces on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, taking part in a series of gruelling physical challenges.
Speaking on the new series, dad-of-one Adam explained his thought process. He told the cameras: “I know it’s a terrible way to look at it, but I felt like it was bad karma for me being on dating shows and upsetting too many people.
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“I felt like that was some high power’s way of being like, ‘Well, there you go, that’s what you have to carry’.” He went on: “I was just a cocky little p***k, being a love rat jumping from girl to girl. I want to show I’m not that man any more.”
And revealing why he chose to test himself on the endurance show, the fitness fanatic explained it was the mental test he desired. “‘I had a lot of stuff going on before I went on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins,” he said. “And I’ve got to be honest but credit to the show, I actually think it had the most positive impact on my mental health.”
Adam began dating sports presenter Laura in October 2023. The following year they announced they were expecting their first child and in April 2025 they welcomed their son Leo.
The pair have both kept their followers up to date with their family life and at the turn of the year, Adam posted a candid message on his social media. At the time, he wrote: “2024, the hardest year of my life.”
He went on: “I’ve seen lot of amazing 2024 posts over the last few days… but if you’re struggling right now, remember that Instagram is a highlights reel, and if you’re struggling you aren’t alone.
“Struggled with my mental health more than ever. Lost something important. Struggled with injuries. Suffered with addiction to painkillers and sleeping pills and justified it as ‘it doesn’t affect fitness’ or because it wasn’t booze.
“Got diagnosed with depression. Prescribed anti-depressants. Lost family. Drifted from certain friends. Tried to reach out to people and failed. Felt lost.”
But he admitted he also had a lot to be positive about, including his son and relationship. At the time, Laura issued a gushing response. In the comments section, replying: “Proud of you. You’re going to be the most amazing dad x.”
If you have been affected by this story, advice and support can be found at the Miscarriage Association. You can call them on 01924 200799 or email [email protected]
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