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Is Anthony Joshua’s love life the talk of the town again? Not really, but the rumors linking him with Cara Delevingne and Bella Hadid have seen their fair share of press until very recently. But what’s the truth? The heavyweight champion, preparing to face Daniel Dubois, seems to have the media often speculating over his personal affairs.

Did he really charm those high-profile models, or is it just celebrity gossip? Imagine the intrigue: a boxer and models in a love triangle. With every flirtatious like and text, the rumor mill spins faster. Are these connections real, or just fleeting moments caught by the public eye?

When Anthony Joshua-Cara Delevingne dating rumors began?

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Initially, the spark between Anthony Joshua and Cara Delevingne ignited unexpectedly. They crossed paths at a basketball event in 2014, a casual encounter that quickly escalated. After sharing a moment and a photograph, they exchanged numbers, leading to a series of flirty texts. This exchange set the rumor mill in motion, captivating fans and media alike.

Cara has openly discussed the challenges of maintaining relationships amidst her hectic lifestyle. “It’s so hard, I’m travelling all the time…. The longest-term boyfriend I ever had was when I was five,” she expressed, highlighting her fiercely independent streak.

Their interaction, though seemingly innocent, was enough to fuel speculation. A source revealed to The Sun, “Cara and Anthony hit it off at the game.” This comment, paired with their ongoing communication, sparked widespread curiosity. Despite their busy lives—Cara globe-trotting for her modeling career and Anthony focused on his boxing—these exchanges suggested a connection, however fleeting it might have been. Thus, the rumors began, not from grand gestures or public declarations, but from simple, playful texts.

How did Anthony Joshua meet Bella Hadid?

Anthony Joshua’s encounter with Bella Hadid marked a notable moment. Their first meeting occurred at the prestigious GQ Men of the Year Awards in London, where the heavyweight champion’s charisma seemingly caught the eye of the renowned model. Following their initial meeting, the duo began to engage in subtle yet suggestive online exchanges. Their mutual ‘likes’ and interactions on social media were not just casual clicks, but were laden with potential implications, hinting at a mutual admiration. A source revealed to The Sun, “When they first met, they chatted and got on well, but Bella took a bit of a shine to Anthony.”

 

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The intrigue deepened as Bella, fresh from her split with The Weeknd, continued to follow Joshua’s career closely, engaging with his social media presence in a manner that many interpreted as flirtatious. The source added, “She has been subtly hinting at her interest with some interaction on Instagram – and he has been reciprocating.” This back-and-forth engagement on social media served as the public’s window into their budding connection.

The timing of their interaction was particularly noteworthy, as both were reportedly single, adding credibility to the rumors about their potential romance. The public’s fascination with Joshua’s love life, amplified by his breakup with Nicole Osbourne, only fueled further interest in his possible link-up with Hadid.

Anthony Joshua clears up dating rumors

Anthony Joshua addressed the swirling rumors linking him romantically to Cara Delevingne and Bella Hadid. His candid revelations during a BBC interview with Louis Theroux provided much-needed clarity, directly from the source himself. Responding to the curiosity surrounding his relationship status, Joshua unequivocally stated, “No, I don’t,” when asked if he was currently seeing someone. His lighthearted addition, “Yeah, definitely. Imagine me going home to my missus now and she said, ‘You denied me!’. I don’t want the stress,” injected a dose of humor, underscoring his commitment to honesty without causing undue distress to loved ones.

The conversation took a serious turn as Theroux probed into the rumors about Joshua’s alleged connections with Delevingne and Hadid. Joshua’s straightforward dismissal, “I haven’t been with any of those girls by the way,” left no room for ambiguity.

Joshua also reflected on his broader experiences with relationships, noting, “I’ve had girlfriends. It could be in the local supermarket, or at the petrol station, could be anywhere.” This remark, while casual, painted a picture of a man grounded in normalcy despite his fame. Further emphasizing his traditional values, he remarked on the importance of family, stating, “Why am I going to move out and leave my mum by herself, for some girl? Family is the most important thing. When a girl gets with me, she ain’t just marrying me, she’s marrying my family.”

Who is the mother of Anthony Joshua’s son?

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The mother of Anthony Joshua’s son, Joseph ‘JJ’ Joshua, is Nicole Osbourne, a dance teacher and yoga instructor. Nicole and Joshua met during their school days in Watford and were in a relationship when they welcomed their son in 2015. Despite their eventual split, the two have maintained a private co-parenting relationship, with both focusing on raising their son away from the spotlight.

 

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Joshua, known for being fiercely protective of his personal life, waited six months before publicly announcing the birth of JJ, and has since kept details of his relationship with Nicole mostly out of the public eye. While they are no longer together, the boxer and Nicole reportedly lived in a flat in Finchley, North London, at the time of their son’s birth. Nicole has remained low-key, focusing on her career and their son, while Joshua continues to balance fatherhood with his demanding boxing career.

That said, it appears despite being linked with Cara Delevingne and Bella Hadid, Anthony Joshua is currently single. Do you think he is in a secret relationship? If yes, who could it be?