Reality TV star Maura Higgins has declared a 'man ban' as she prepares to compete in the US version of Strictly Come Dancing, Dancing With the Stars. The 35-year-old Irish model insists she has not been on a date for over a year and has no intention of pursuing romance while focusing on the dance competition.
Higgins, who rose to fame on Love Island, has ruled out following in the footsteps of previous contestants who have found love with their dance partners. 'I'm not there for any love story. Sorry,' she told CBS ET. She also dismissed speculation she might appear on The Bachelorette, stating: 'Absolutely not. I never had any intentions of doing The Bachelorette – because I don't want to do another dating show.'
The star cited her dislike of messy partners as a reason for staying single. 'I like to come home to my beautiful clean house. I have to pick up their s***. I don't want it,' she said. Higgins also rejected any potential connection with professional dancer Gleb Savchenko, known for showmances, adding: 'The way he talks about women. No. Sorry. No. Don't like that.'
Higgins, who has been cast in the upcoming season of Dancing With the Stars, admitted her biggest fear is falling live on television. 'If I fall or forget my steps, that's scary to me,' she said. Despite the nerves, she is determined to win. 'I need to get my trophy so I can pop it in my free Birkin,' she quipped.
