Helen Flanagan has officially stepped back into the spotlight — and the dating world — as she begins filming the latest series of Celebs Go Dating, two years after her split from footballer fiancé Scott Sinclair.
The former Coronation Street star, 35, was photographed arriving at a central London location on Friday for a day of filming on the popular E4 dating show.
Dressed to impress, Helen ensured all eyes were on her as she showcased her figure in a plunging black dress, confidently marking a new chapter in her personal life.
A mother of three, Helen shares children with Scott Sinclair, who currently plays as a winger for League One side Bristol Rovers.
The couple ended their 13-year relationship in 2022, confirming their separation after years together and an engagement that never led to marriage.
Now, two years on, Helen appears ready to move forward.
Her appearance on Celebs Go Dating signals a clear step away from her former relationship as she opens herself up to the possibility of love once again — this time with the guidance of the show’s relationship experts Anna Williamson and Paul C Brunson.
As she arrived for filming, Helen looked confident and relaxed, embracing her return to reality television.
The actress, who rose to fame playing Rosie Webster on Coronation Street, appeared at ease in front of the cameras, proving that her TV experience still serves her well.
Helen was first linked to Celebs Go Dating back in 2023, just months after confirming her split from Sinclair.
At the time, insiders suggested she was high on the producers’ wish list due to her recognisable profile, on-screen confidence and strong fan base.
A source previously told The Sun: “Helen is the perfect candidate for Celebs Go Dating.
She’s a TV professional thanks to her years on Corrie and she’s incredibly glamorous. The production team believed she would be a huge hit with viewers.”
The insider added that timing was initially a factor. “Helen had only just split from Scott and was focused on her children.
Dating wasn’t her priority back then,” they said. “But producers felt that, with the support of the show’s experts, she might feel ready to dip her toe back into dating when the time was right.”
That time now appears to have arrived.
Friends of the actress have previously revealed that Helen has been gradually regaining her confidence and sense of independence.
She reportedly joined the exclusive celebrity dating app Raya, although those close to her insisted she was not looking for anything serious at first.
Another source explained: “Helen just wanted to enjoy life again. Dating didn’t have to mean commitment — it was about feeling good, meeting new people and having fun after a difficult period.”
The insider also noted that Helen had been feeling more self-assured in recent months, adding: “She’s been feeling positive about the future and more confident in herself.
She thought, why not start saying yes to new experiences?”
Despite her return to dating, Helen remains firmly focused on her children. Friends say motherhood continues to be her top priority, with any new relationship needing to fit around family life.
Meanwhile, Scott Sinclair is said to have found the public attention around Helen’s dating life difficult, though sources suggest the former couple are committed to co-parenting amicably.
As Celebs Go Dating prepares to return to screens, Helen’s involvement is already generating buzz. Viewers will soon see whether the actress finds romance, closure, or simply a fresh start — but one thing is clear: Helen Flanagan is embracing a new era with confidence and style.