Former Love Island star Dani Dyer-Bowen reveals her father, Danny Dyer, is a 'softie' and her childhood was 'normal'.
In an episode of Channel 4's Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, the 29-year-old opened up about her upbringing and her reasons for joining the military training show. She shared that her father, known for his roles in EastEnders and football films, is actually quite gentle, despite his tough-guy image.
Dyer-Bowen explained that her life has been very normal, given her father's fame. She also discussed her lack of self-belief and her desire to become stronger, which led her to join the show. During a 'mirror interview', she expressed her struggle with self-doubt and how it affects her interactions with others.
'I've always been anxious and hard on myself,' she said. 'When people criticize me, it feeds into my worries.' Dyer-Bowen hopes that her experience on the show will help her build self-confidence and overcome her anxiety.
The series, set in the scorching North African sun, features celebrities undergoing intense military training. Unlike typical reality shows, contestants are not eliminated but rather culled by the directing staff or choose to withdraw. The final participants are declared the winners.
Dyer-Bowen's participation comes after she had to withdraw from Strictly Come Dancing due to an ankle injury. The show airs on Channel 4 on Sundays and Mondays at 9 pm.
