Love Island star Adam Collard was allegedly assaulted by his own father, Billy Collard, a multi-millionaire property developer, during an incident in Newcastle last September. Billy Collard is scheduled to face trial at Newcastle Magistrates Court on August 7, 2026, after being charged with assault by beating.
Details of the Alleged Assault
The Crown Prosecution Service confirmed that Billy Collard has been charged with assault, though the circumstances that sparked the alleged altercation remain unknown. The court also confirmed that Adam Collard was the alleged victim of the assault by beating, according to the Daily Mail.
Adam Collard's Previous Praise for His Father
Adam, 30, has frequently spoken highly of his father in public, previously describing him as 'the most inspiring person I know.' Despite this, Billy Collard, 56, has a history of legal issues. In 2008, he pleaded guilty to wrongfully claiming £6,000 in housing benefits and received a two-year conditional discharge, along with £2,000 in court costs. He also repaid the benefits.
Billy Collard's Legal History
In 2019, HM Revenue and Customs seized £44,000 from Billy Collard under the Proceeds of Crime Act, though the money was returned after an appeal. Additionally, in 2015, he was held by police following an assault on his neighbour and the neighbour's daughter in a car park. Speaking to the Daily Mail in 2018 about the benefits fraud, Billy said: 'It is what it is. I did not even get a fine. Me and Adam are completely different. What I do is completely different from what Adam does.' He also declined to comment on Adam's appearance on Love Island, stating: 'I do not really want to comment on Adam being in Love Island. It is not our type of thing.'
Adam Collard's Career and Personal Life
Adam rose to fame in 2018 when he appeared on the fourth series of Love Island, returning to the show in 2022. After a stint on Celebs Go Dating, he began a relationship with sports presenter Laura Woods. The couple is currently expecting their second child. Metro has reached out to Adam's representatives for comment on the assault allegations.
