Former Britain's Got Talent Child Star Shares Wedding Picture After Secretly Eloping Abroad
Hollie Steel, the former Britain's Got Talent contestant who rose to fame as a child, has publicly revealed her secret marriage to boyfriend Daniil Kiryakov. The 27-year-old singer shared a glimpse of their intimate ceremony on Instagram, confirming they eloped in the Georgian capital of Tbilisi.
Secret Ceremony in Georgia
In a stunning photograph posted to her social media account, Hollie posed hand-in-hand with her new husband while wearing an elegant halterneck white dress. The caption accompanying the image read: "I'm so excited to announce that Daniil and I eloped in the beautiful city of Tbilisi. I can't wait to celebrate our love with our nearest and dearest in a few months. Let the festivities begin. Entering the bride era. P.s I love being married to you @kiryakov_dd."
The wedding took place more than a year after the couple announced their engagement in December 2024, when Daniil, a Russian ice skater, proposed. Hollie confirmed their relationship status had progressed in January with news that Daniil had been granted his UK visa ahead of their nuptials.
Fan Reactions and Congratulations
Fans immediately flooded the comments section with congratulatory messages, expressing both joy and surprise at how the former child star has matured. One enthusiastic supporter wrote: "I'm so happy for you guys!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! CONGRATULATIONS and I wish you both a lifetime of beautiful memories together."
Another nostalgic fan commented: "Congratulations, Hollie! So proud of you! I remembered watching you on YouTube on Britain's Got Talent. You have grown into such a wonderful person." Additional messages praised the couple's appearance, with one Instagram user noting: "Oh my!!! You both look stunning. You're so beautiful Hollie and congratulations."
Hollie Steel's Career Journey
Hollie first captured public attention in 2009 when she auditioned for the third season of Britain's Got Talent at just 10 years old. She competed alongside eventual winners Diversity and fellow standout Susan Boyle during that memorable series. Her time on the show wasn't without challenges - she famously suffered a panic attack during a semi-final performance of Edelweiss, bursting into tears on stage.
After composing herself, she returned to complete her performance and advanced to the finals, ultimately finishing in sixth place. This appearance launched her career in the spotlight, leading to her debut album in 2010 followed by two additional records.
Reflecting on her Britain's Got Talent experience in a 2023 interview with The Sun, Hollie revealed: "When I get on stage, sometimes I go back to that moment when I'm on TV and I'm about to have a panic attack. I've done a lot of therapy and counselling where I'm just like, 'You need to breathe, you need to relax. You're enjoying this. You're fine.'"
Relationship Timeline
While the exact beginning of their romance remains unclear, Hollie and Daniil made their relationship Instagram official with a loved-up photo in 2019. The couple has since documented their journey together, culminating in their secret wedding ceremony abroad.
The marriage represents a significant personal milestone for Hollie, who has transitioned from child television star to married woman while maintaining a presence in the entertainment industry through her music career and public appearances.
