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Tammy Hembrow's Bahamas Romance with Shark Host
6 Apr
Summary
- Tammy Hembrow and Paul de Gelder reportedly grew close during filming.
- Sources noticed significant chemistry and flirting between them on set.
- The alleged connection surprised cast and crew, creating a moment.
Influencer Tammy Hembrow and shark attack survivor Paul de Gelder are rumoured to have grown close while filming a new Channel Nine reality series in the Bahamas. The show, which features celebrities confronting their fear of sharks, took place in late November and early December 2025.
Sources on set indicated that sparks flew between Hembrow and de Gelder during downtime, creating a noticeable chemistry. Insiders described the interactions as involving a lot of laughter and flirting, which was not subtle and surprised many.
This alleged connection was reportedly unexpected by those involved in the production. The pairing of Hembrow, 31, and de Gelder, 47, who is a former Navy clearance diver and double-amputee, created a buzz behind the scenes.
While the rumoured Bahamian romance has reportedly ended since returning to Australia, one insider suggested the tropical environment may have contributed to their closeness. Hembrow later publicly debuted her relationship with Grayson Te Moana in February 2026.
