Despite making a valiant effort to avoid drama on the last season of TOWIE – while making amends with virtually every individual on the show for his, erm, past actions – it appears that "b*tch with a heart of gold" Junaid is off the wagon once again.
He's found himself at the epicentre of this season's dramz – and if you're up to date with everything going on in series 34, then you'll know that this season is taking the cake for on-screen (and off-screen) drama.
ICYMI, Junaid has admitted to having feelings for Harry Derbidge's boyfriend Joe Blackman, at a particularly rocky moment in their complicated relationship.
That's on screen; those who have been following their antics on socials know that it's pretty much a given that Harry and Joe have now split, and Junaid and Joe seem to be growing close – despite Harry and Junaid being besties (once upon a time, at least). Although nobody's admitting to any of that.
Everyone involved is keeping as tight-lipped as a TOWIE star can possibly be (so not very) as to not spoil anything on-screen, but it's safe to say that this season's drama is only beginning on ITVBe, and the Junaid we know and love is back back back and choosing himself (and Joe, maybe) this time around .
Who is Junaid Ahmed?
Junaid is a reality star currently starring on TOWIE as a series regular.
What does Junaid Ahmed's job?
In addition to starring on TOWIE, he runs his own social media management/content creation business called JJ Social. He is also launching his own skincare business called INA Skincare (which is one of the reasons he didn't join the gang in Bali earlier this year, btw).
How old is Junaid Ahmed?
Junaid was born 18 December 1994, which makes him 29 years old.
Where does Junaid Ahmed live?
Essex, but he is originally from Peterborough.
When did Junaid Ahmed join TOWIE?
Junaid joined the cast of TOWIE in June 2022 when the cast flew out to the Dominican Republic to begin filming series 30. He later revealed that his friends Dani, Yazmin Oukhellou and Ella Rae Wise had no idea he was joining them and he surprised them at the airport.
Is Junaid Ahmed dating Joe Blackman?
Technically, we don't know for sure. But all the signs are pointing in that direction. Junaid recently admitted to fancy Joe – who recently split from Harry – on the show, and we know they've been sharing 'secret' date nights on their socials.
Is Junaid Ahmed dating Freddie Bentley?
There's been plenty of Freddie Bentley and Junaid romance rumours doing the rounds, but Freddie recently exclusively told Closer that they're just friends - although they did "explore" things.
"We really got along and there's definitely a connection there that I thought maybe we could potentially be compatible. But, after getting super close in Cyprus, it made me realise that we’re just best friends," he explained.
What happened with Junaid Ahmed and Amber Turner?
Junaid and Amber Turner were friends long before Junaid joining TOWIE in 2022, but he publicly slammed the long-running cast member prior to his debut.
In a trailer for series 30, Junaid can be heard saying, “Recently she dropped me out and I think it’s fake,” and he revealed that he was referring to none other than Amber when we caught up with the cast ahead of the series premiere.
Chatting exclusively to Closer online, Junaid said, “[I was talking about] Amber Turner. The most boring girl I’ve ever met, the fakest girl I’ve ever met and I’m glad I’m not friends with her any more.”
He tried to make things right with Amber on the show in 2023, however Amber wasn't having any of it. The pair have not filmed together since.
Ouch.
What happened with Junaid Ahmed and Ella Rae Wise?
Ella fell out with both Junaid and his bestie Dani Imbert last year. It is believed this had something to do with Junaid and Dani growing close to Ella's nemesis, Chloe Brockett, while something was also going down between Junaid and Dani and Ella's mysterious boyfriend at the time.
That being said, Junaid, Dani and Ella look to be back on track in series 34 after an amicable exchange in Bali (with Junaid on FaceTime) earlier this year.
Was Junaid Ahmed on TV before TOWIE?
Junaid was arguably one of the standout characters from the already iconic series Lovestruck High in 2022, the Lindsay-Lohan-narrated Amazon Prime reality show which transported a group of UK singles looking for love into their very own High School.
It’s fair to say that Junaid’s viper tongue and professional shade – not to mention Lindsay Lohan being effortlessly iconic – stole the show. No wonder he caught the eye of TOWIE producers.
Does Junaid Ahmed have Instagram?
Yep, you can follow Junaid on Insta at @junaidahmedx.