There’s big news in the reality TV world as it’s been confirmed that former TOWIE star Harry Lee is dating Love Island’s Samie Elishi following weeks of rumours.
The footballer turned reality star turned swimwear entrepreneur is best known for appearing on the Brentwood-based ITVBe show between 2019 and 2021 and dating co-stars Chloe Brockett and Frankie Sims.
However, it’s been almost three years since he last appeared on our screens and a lot has changed since then. Following the exciting romance announcement, here’s everything you need to know about Harry…
Who is Harry Lee?
He rose to reality TV fame when he appeared on TOWIE for two years, but Harry was already known as a footballer before he joined the show after playing for the likes of Leyton Orient and Welling United.
How old is Harry Lee?
Harry has just turned 29 years old. He was born on 20 March 1995, making him a Pisces.
Where is Harry Lee from?
Essex, duh.
When was Harry Lee on TOWIE?
Harry was one of the many new cast members who joined TOWIE in 2019 for series 24. He appeared alongside his best pal Tom McDonnell until they were culled from the show two years later.
Who is Harry Lee dating?
Harry is currently dating winter Love Island 2023 star Samie Elishi, who was previously in a relationship with All Stars winner Tom Clare. Although they've only just gone public with their romance, it's thought that Harry and Samie have secretly been dating for a number of weeks.
"They met out and about in Essex and have mutual friends," a source claimed last month. "They are super close and have been spending a lot of time together."
The insider told The Sun, "Samie and Harry are definitely in the honeymoon stage and have enjoyed getting to know each other out of the spotlight."
Why did Harry Lee and Frankie Sims split?
Harry dated his co-star Frankie for around a year before they split in 2022 following a series of rows after it was claimed that he flirted with former flame Chloe Brockett on a night out. The pair unfollowed each other on Instagram and removed all trace of their relationship from their profiles.
At the time, TOWIE cast member Ella Rae Wise exclusively told Closer, "It’s really sad – they’re not together anymore.
"When we were filming, she didn’t want to make him out to be a bad person and he didn’t want to make her out to be a bad person but I think it was a mutual decision for them to break up.”
What happened with Harry Lee and Chloe Brockett?
Harry and Chloe both joined TOWIE at the same time and quickly struck up a flirtationship. They were getting to know each other, but it came to light that he was also messaging co-star Chloe Ross at the same time and Chloe B was NOT happy. Let's just say words were had and drinks were thrown. Well, Chloe tried to throw a drink, but the glass was empty. Awkward...
From then, Harry and Chloe had a up and down relationship as they went from friends to flirty and back again but ultimately their love story just wasn't meant to be.
What does Harry Lee do now?
Harry works in nightlife and events and also has his own swimwear brand, which he co-owns with fellow TOWIE hunk Dan Edgar.
Does Harry Lee have Instagram?
Yep, you can find him on Insta at @1harrylee.