Maura Higgins Opens Up About Exhaustion and Personal Life Amid US Ambitions
Reality television personality Maura Higgins has candidly revealed that her relentless pursuit of success in the United States is taking a significant toll on her wellbeing. The 35-year-old former Love Island contestant admitted to feeling 'exhausted' in a recent social media post, highlighting the pressures of her non-stop schedule as she aims to conquer the American entertainment industry.
A Gruelling Schedule and Social Media Confession
Despite her fatigue, Maura demonstrated her commitment to fitness by sharing a gym snap on Instagram Stories. Wearing an Alo two-piece that showcased her abs, she posted the image with a coffee in hand and the caption: 'Exhausted. But here we are @alo.' This glimpse into her routine comes amid a whirlwind of high-profile appearances, including red carpet events and a coveted invitation to the Golden Globes earlier this year.
Her increased visibility follows a notable appearance on the American reality series The US Traitors, which has helped her build a substantial fanbase across the Atlantic. However, this professional hustle coincides with a deeply personal revelation about her romantic life.
Celibacy and Moving Past 'Terrible Exes'
In a revealing interview with Cosmopolitan, Maura disclosed that she has been celibate for over a year, a decision stemming from a series of disappointing relationships. She explained, 'It wasn’t even a plan to be celibate. I didn’t put a timeline on it. I just had terrible exes and needed a break.' The TV star emphasised her focus on personal growth, adding, 'I wanted to focus on me, my career, and my energy.'
Maura elaborated on her current mindset, stating, 'Now that it’s been over a year, I don’t even think of men. I’m not saying I’m not open [to a relationship], but I’m not checking my DMs to see who’s in there. I’m not searching for it.' This period of celibacy follows a history of trust issues, which she attributes to being cheated on by 'the majority of my exes.'
Trust Issues and Past Relationships
The star has been open about her struggles with trust in relationships, admitting to becoming an 'investigator' early in dating. In an interview with Glamour Magazine, she said, 'If I'm dating you and it's only a week in, I've already gone through your phone. I've turned into a bit of an investigator because men have done me dirty.'
Maura's romantic history has played out publicly, including relationships with Curtis Pritchard and Chris Taylor from Love Island, as well as brief stints with axed Strictly professional Giovanni Pernice and TOWIE's Joey Essex. Most notably, her last known relationship was with Pete Wicks, which ended amid accusations of infidelity—though insiders told Daily Mail that Pete was never unfaithful.
Recent Speculation and Future Prospects
More recently, Maura sparked romance rumours with her Traitors US co-star Rob Rausch, 27, after fans noted apparent chemistry between them. When quizzed about this speculation on Andy Cohen's Watch What Happens Live, she coyly replied, 'I mean, you’ll have to watch the show to see if that happened.'
Despite the personal challenges and exhausting schedule, Maura continues to push forward with her US career ambitions. Her journey reflects a blend of professional determination and personal reflection, as she navigates fame while prioritising self-care and emotional wellbeing.
