In a raw and emotional moment on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, Dani Dyer broke down as she discussed her past relationships and the influence of her famous father, EastEnders star Danny Dyer. The intense interrogation, which aired on Channel 4 at 9pm on 11 January 2026, saw the reality TV star candidly reflect on her childhood and personal insecurities.
The Interrogation Room Revelation
Directing Staff member Jason 'Foxy' Fox pressed Dani on her upbringing after observing her struggle with a physical challenge. Dani described life with her well-known dad as surprisingly normal. "We've lived a very, very normal life considering he has been so famous," she insisted, countering the public perception of Danny Dyer as a 'hard man' by revealing her mother is actually the tougher parent.
The conversation turned to her teenage years, where Dani confessed her main flaw was her choice in partners. "I just chose terrible boyfriends," she admitted, though she was quick to add that her parents were always aware of her whereabouts. This frank admission about her romantic history led to an outpouring of deeper insecurities.
A Moment of Vulnerability
Becoming visibly upset, Dani shared a profound lack of self-belief. "I want to be stronger. I want to believe in myself. I don't have any self-belief at all," she told the DS. This moment of vulnerability highlighted the intense psychological pressure contestants face on the gruelling military-style show.
Dani's relationship history has been public fodder. She was previously in an on-off relationship with Sammy Kimmence, whom she dated before finding fame on Love Island in 2018. After splitting from her show-winning partner Jack Fincham, she rekindled things with Kimmence. The couple welcomed a son, Santiago, in 2021, but separated soon after when Kimmence was sentenced to three and a half years in prison for defrauding pensioners of £34,000.
Her life took a happier turn when she married West Ham United footballer Jarrod Bowen in May 2024. The couple are parents to twins, Summer and Star, born in May 2023.
Finding Herself in a New Era
In a separate interview with The Mirror, Dani spoke about her current mindset, linking her participation in Celebrity SAS to a period of personal rediscovery. "I feel like I’m really finding myself again," she explained. "I’ve had five years obviously with all the kids and now they’re growing up a little bit... You start finding yourself a little bit again."
She described the SAS experience as one of the "hardest things" she has ever done, a sentiment she echoed in an Instagram Story ahead of the premiere. The challenge, however, appears to be part of a broader journey towards regaining her confidence and identity outside of motherhood and her public persona.
Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins continues its run, testing the limits of its celebrity recruits. Dani Dyer's episode provided a stark reminder that behind the fame and family name, personal battles with self-worth are universal.
