Before, I didn't have awareness [about my sexuality] and now I have awareness and it is what it is, I don't have a type; I like what I like. The rumoured couple enjoyed a "date night" at London's Winter Wonderland in December, and . She captioned her video with: Me with my favourite ex and Jen commented a simple smiling emoji. There is no animosity or hard feelings at all, it's just my time to step aside, and pursue other things personally and professionally. "I still want to play club football for a few years, I'm still at Arsenal, I want to play and win trophies. Beattie scored in that 5-0 victory, an emotional moment that meant a lot to . Show More Posts from jbeattie91. [5] Beattie then played with Hamilton Academical's boys' teams. And Amber Gill appears to have made her relationship with Jen Beattie 'Instagram official' on Tuesday as they enjoyed a sweet Valentine's Day date. Jen Beattie @arsenalwfc Ex @scotlandnationalteam @ttmanagement_ Tik Tok - @jennybeattie5. "Getting told you have cancer is a life-changing moment," she said. She captioned her video with: Me with my favourite ex and Jen commented a simple smiling emoji. But she then added in a follow-up post:'Name change, she's called Elle now. "Jenny was the strongest one, she was like 'Dad, it's my issue' - it wasn't even a 'fight'. Last updated on 19 December 202119 December 2021.From the section Sports Personality. Also known as a shirt jacket, the lightweight top is a . "The commentators didn't know - but the team knew and just this reaction of these young women together was fantastic. However, what she is most interested in is moving to the other side of the interviewer's microphone at some stage. Links: Amber previously sparked romance rumours with event organizer Teddy Edwardes, 33, after the pair have been seen enjoying a flirty exchange on social media. One wrote: 'I love this for you Amber, I'm gay too,' while asecond added: 'AMBER YOU HAVE A GF??? , updated Facebook gives people the power to. It made me realise how important football was in getting me through that really hard time.. Scotland defender Jen Beattie has announced her retirement from international football.. "That's such an important message I want to send - I'm still so competitive," she says. [2] Although typically a defender or midfielder, [3] she is also an accomplished goalscorer. first interview on her experience to the BBC in December. [4] Arsenal hit five past Brighton to maintain 100% record, "Nobody knew [about her diagnosis]," he said. But scoring at a World Cup will always be my highlight. Shock:Fans were quick to share their shock in the comments of the video. Beattie left Arsenal in July 2013 to join French Division 1 Fminine side Montpellier HSC on a two-year contract. "It keeps you in the game, and allows you to keep talking about it. "The commentators didn't know - but the team knew and just this reaction of these young women together was fantastic. Follow. Meanwhile, Amber shared a number of comments on Jen's social media, including two heart eyes emojis on a photo of her playing football for Arsenal. Read about our approach to external linking. Previous winners include Scotland rugby union great, , who has motor neurone disease, Hillsborough disaster campaigner. "Diagnoses had gone down massively because of Covid," she said. The Arsenal defender was diagnosed with the illness in October after. She is now an advocate for. Amber replied: Yes please, Im not very well and I need a cuddle. Do you know this baby? What's the least amount of exercise we can get away with? News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Read about our approach to external linking. Do you know this baby? Also learn how She earned most of networth at the age of 29 years old? On Thursday night, Jennifer Lawrence enjoyed a date night with husband Cooke Maroney in Los Angeles, where they were seen leaving restaurant Baltaire together dressed in casual chic ensembles. In a series of tweets, Amber wrote: 'Switching teams was the best decision I made in my life. ', 'But I just, yeah, I'm very picky now. After the first leg, Beattie and Kim Little were identified by football writer Graham Spiers as talented youngsters. Not making the World Cup was really disappointing, says the 31-year-old. ", Another posted: "Jens Insta story makes so much sense now, Im so here for these two. I know Ive still got a few seasons left at club level, Ive still got so many games left in the legs, but international windows will just allow me time to apply myself in different areas.. . I was annoyed at the time with guys when I said all that [on Twitter] but yes, I have dated girls, In the past and recently as well, It's great. As well as drawing strength from her family, Jen said continuing to train and play football through cancer treatment gave her "a clear head space". 239 posts. Beattie made her debut for the senior Scotland side in March 2008, against the United States in Cyprus, as second-half substitute for Leanne Ross. Hundreds of miles away from family in the midst of a pandemic, the Scotland and Arsenal defender found herself asking the question: "Am I going to die?". Creating a new men's skincare product leads to a sticky situation in Lord Sugar's boardroom Read about our approach to external linking. AMBER Gill has confirmed she's dating Arsenal player girlfriend Jen Beattie as they go on a loved-up Winter Wonderland date night. She asked all the direct questions, she made sure she spoke to her consultant. "I do still date guys, I am just saying I date whoever I want to date, when I want to date them - It's not this big thing and I don't like to define it.". At 31 years old, Jennifer Beattie height She plays for Arsenal and the Scotland national team. I'm retiring now to apply myself in these areas to see what I enjoy. It definitely changed my perspective on life in general, she says. She's rumoured to be dating Arsenal player Jen Beattie after they were spotted on a loved-up Winter Wonderland date last month. "I always felt really grateful to be able to go to work, it was really important to me at the time," she said. ", While others speculated that her new partner is Scottish sports star Jen, one fan posted: "The search being Jen Beattie and Amber Gill.". Jen replied with the nail emoji adding: reeeeeeally. 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BBC presenter John Beattie shares his pride, Jen (right) said her family kept her positive during dark days, Jen (middle) with sister Julie (left) and brother Jonnie (right), asking the question: "Am I going to die?". I'm not dating anyone so there's nothing to talk about yet.'. She mouthed along to the words from the movie, but instead of 'never kiss a frog', she changed the words and captions to 'never cheat on my girl'. "It's something I'm so grateful for. [27] She continued her contribution helping Scotland qualify for its first FIFA Women's World Cup, the 2019 tournament in France. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. In July 2021, Amber shared a viral TikTok video of a lesbian woman transforming herself from a "feminine" to "masculine" style. Admiring her rumoured girlfriend, Jen commented two emojis to the comment section. But she continues to share her story in the hope that people with health concerns will be encouraged to seek help from the NHS, despite challenges caused by coronavirus. But John said the miles separating him from his daughter often took their toll. Nominations for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Unsung Hero closed at midnight 30 October. "Jenny was the strongest one, she was like 'Dad, it's my issue' - it wasn't even a 'fight'. Beattie began her senior career in the Scottish Women's Premier League with Queen's Park F.C. Prince Harry says Meghan was 'from a different world' and she 'helped draw me out' of Royal life as he 'Once you sign up, you do what you're told': Duke of Sussex tells trauma expert Gabor Mat 'a lot of us' in Amber fuelled rumours of a budding new relationship with Arsenal footballer Jen, she sparked romance rumours with Teddy Edwardes, Do not sell or share my personal information. [2] Although typically a defender or midfielder,[3] she is also an accomplished goalscorer. OMG', In one Tweet, Amber penned: 'I love dating older people because realistically at your big age you need to be the bigger person and mature, I'm just a baby.'. In one snap, Amber cut a casual figure in a black padded jacket as she enjoyed a churro during their visit to Winter Wonderland. Image caption, Jen (right) said her family kept her positive during dark days. She has previously been linked to former X Factor finalist Lucy Spraggan and Megan Barton Hanson. The star also hinted at being a WAG as she reposted a snap comparing herself to Victoria Beckham watching husband David play football, 'I would never cheat on my girl!' Jen recently revealed on TikTok that she came out to her parents as gay in 2009. "The distance was impossible," he told the Mornings with Kaye Adams programme. Fans raced to comment on Amber's clip, with one writing: "She's with Jen Beattie. [35], Beattie was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2023 New Year Honours for services to association football and charity. No wonder then that the team feels like family. "If you feel anything that feels out of the norm, go get checked. Her eagle-eyes fans noticed that she had left a slewof flirtatious comments on the sportswoman's recent posts. Now 31, she was just 14 years old . However they took place without the Scots as they failed to qualify, and Beattie also suffered qualification heartbreak for this summer's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. Her close pal Brett Staniland then shared an old picture of Victoria Beckham and Cheryl, who was married to Ashley Cole at the time, watching their respective husbands play football. Captain Sir Tom Moore won the award in 2020. Sparking rumours of a new romance, Amber recently wrote: 'Ok content queen' underneath a snap Jen had posted of herself on a football pitch, after commenting two heart faced emojis on the picture prior. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Amber's post comes after she sparked romance rumours with Teddy Edwardes. The TV star simply accompanied the video with a love heart emoji, which led to some fans speculating she was attracted to women. Amber spoke to MailOnline on romance and shared that she wanted to keep her girlfriend's identity under the radar for now. Reaction as Emma Raducanu is named as the 2021 BBC Sports Personality of the Year. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Photograph: Lexy Ilsley/SPP/Shutterstock. Beattie returned to England with Manchester City Women for the 2015 season. first interview on her experience to the BBC in December. It is a family with which she has seen the women's game in Scotland, Britain and further afield grow massively. "Girls are gorgeous! She is not dating anyone. "Girls are gorgeous! She is currently single. Beattie is the daughter of former Scotland and British Lions rugby union player, John Beattie and the sister of former Scottish rugby union international Johnnie Beattie. While at Arsenal, she won the 2009 Women's Premier League, the 2011 and 2012 FA Women's League Cup, now called the Continental Cup, and the 2011 and 2013 FA Cups. It led to her scoring for Arsenal in a 5-0 WSL victory over Brighton just three days after her diagnosis - a team celebration that was particularly moving for John watching at home. Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2021-2022. Her eagle-eyes fans noticed that she had left a slew of flirtatious comments on the sportswoman's recent posts, Supportive: Further sparking rumours, Amber shared a TikTok from a football pitch, where she sat in the stands. Beattie senior also played for the British Lions. The brunette beauty, bagged the 50,000 cash prize while being coupled up with Irish rugby player Greg O'Sheain 2019, but has now 'switched teams' and dates both men and women. [24] Beattie played in both legs of the qualifying play-off defeat to Russia in October and November 2008. Jen Beattie (left) challenges her Arsenal club-mate Vivianne Miedema during Scotlands game against the Netherlands last September. Who were the winners at Sports Personality of the Year 2021? New love interest? Last year, Amber told howshe was open to dating women. One wrote: 'I love this for you Amber, I'm gay too,' while a second added: 'AMBER YOU HAVE A GF??? Her latest flirtatious comments on Jen's posts come after she posted another TikTok earlier this week suggesting she was in a relationship with a woman. Amber told theDaily Star: "Some days I might be, some days I might not.". Last updated on 27 January 202327 January 2023.From the section Women's Football. She spent a year and a half with the club before leaving to join Arsenal Ladies. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The best beach in Britain that you've never heard of: Seaside town is braced for tourism boom after Kate Garraway reveals Derek's heartbreaking words when they thought he had just minutes left to live. But she continues to share her story in the hope that people with health concerns will be encouraged to seek help from the NHS, despite challenges caused by coronavirus. "We always dreamed of playing at Hampden and it has been so special for the fans coming as well. ", A third added: "THIS HAS TO BE CONFIRMED. Arsenal defender Jen Beattie heard it in 2020 but thanks to an incredible support network she was able to get the help she needed - and wants others get the help they need too. But, be it instinct or otherwise, Jen did not hesitate to have her case thoroughly investigated - something her father says may have saved her life. She continued her contribution helping Scotland qualify for its first FIFA Women's World Cup, the 2019 tournament in France. It made me think about what I want to do after football and about more important things to talk about, like being an advocate for breast cancer, the environment, sustainability, things Im really passionate about. . Additionally, eagle-eyed fans claimed the duo have been responding to each other with a series of indirect hints on Instagram, during question and answer sessions. "I can only speak for my experience - hospitals were super safe and everyone was following the guidelines. "Meeting with mates, playing for the badge, the off-pitch stuff is what I will miss the most. Scoring at a World Cup as a centre-back, you never even dream of that because you dont think its possible., Coaching has given me months of headaches but also bags of joy | Anita Asante, Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. ", Jen added: "For me I just wanted to stay positive, I remember so many conversations over the phone with my sister and my brother, they kept me on the right track.". While the pair have kept tight-lipped on the romance, they have alluded to it multiple times via social media since being linked in December. She is not dating anyone. She was able to continue her playing career and represent her country, and says the backing she got from her fellow countrywomen was essential to winning that fight. Beattie represented Scotland at under-17 level,[22] and made her debut for the under-19s at the age of 14. The video has now accumulated over three million views and plenty of people wondering if there is more to the humorous clip. Last year, Amber told howshe was open to dating women. In November 2018, she became the fifth player to reach 100 appearances for the club. It made me think about it a lot more. In January 2008 Beattie moved to Celtic Ladies. Putting names to archive photos, The children left behind in Cuba's mass exodus, In photos: India's disappearing single-screen cinemas. Having somebody younger than you in the family die, which might have been the possibility, was the thing we'd never even dreamt of. While at Melbourne City, she helped the club during its double W-League and Grand Final wins, as well as their 100% record season. Learn How rich is She in this year and how She spends money? She had surgery to remove the lump and, as the cancer had not spread, began radiotherapy instead of chemotherapy. "The team-mates and staff were so understanding of what I was going through. It led to her scoring for Arsenal in a 5-0 WSL victory over Brighton just three days after her diagnosis - a team celebration that was particularly moving for John watching at home. Later talking about her tweet, Amber said itwas an 'off the cuff comment' but admitted that it was 'true', following up by saying 'I meant exactly what I said'. 190 following. The former Love Island star and the event organizer, 33, were recently spotted together during a day out in London, after Amber saidshe dates both men and women. Arsenal and Scotland defender Jen Beattie has been honoured with the Helen Rollason Award at BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2021. In July last year, one of her fans asked her: 'Bestie, I'm afraid to ask you this,' with a series of fruit emojis, hinting towards her being a part of the LGBTQ+ community. Beattie is a tall, strong, right-footed player. The 29-year-old has made four . She was eventually selected to the Glasgow Primary School select team, as the only girl, and was named captain. The TV star simply accompanied the video with a love heart emoji, which led to some fans speculating she was attracted to women. I got called up to the senior squad when I was 16 or 17 and that hadnt happened yet, so to do that as a team for 2017 was incredible and then to do it back-to-back with the 2019 World Cup was special, she says. I feel that could really improve my form," to which Jen added: "En route.. The pair have been commenting on each other's pages since July when Amber uploadeda TikTokabout how she feels when a guy compliments her versus a girl - which Jen was quick to reply to posting two emojis. Pretending to watch a game, she mouthed the words to popular TikTok sound: 'Hey, have a f***ing word with him, ref. Verified. However with Scotland, the journey is over. [4] She is the daughter of former Scotland and British Lions rugby union player, John Beattie. Jen was the first to comment asking if Amber needed any help. A scuffed copy of the Koran. Amber confirmed her new romance with Arsenal footballer Jen in December with a romantic date night at Winter Wonderland. The reality star 25, has grown close to Arsenal de Jen appeared on-hand to take pictures of the beauty too, as she shared a carousel of snaps from the spa's jacuzzi. The former Love Island star headed out to dinner with theArsenal footballer at London's upmarket Nobu Hotel in Portman Square. As well as drawing strength from her family, Jen said continuing to train and play football through cancer treatment gave her "a clear head space". 'It's like when you're dating someone, you don't tell your mum straight away, like that, just taking it slow. "There is no greater feeling than representing your country, feeling Scottish and being Scottish, wearing that blue shirt sighing that anthem with those fans. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. The 29-year-old, who was diagnosed in October, has since. Thank you thank you thank you Following a surgery to remove a lump in her breast, Jen was told she would not require chemotherapy and began a course of radiation. Qualifying for the 2017 Euros, the womens teams first major tournament, was another highlight. Arsenal footballer Jen appeared to confirm it was her featured in the shot as she shared the photograph to her own Instagram Stories. Amber, who won Love Island in 2018, previously suggested she was open to dating women after admitting that she was attracted to them. ", The video shows Amber miming to an audio which said: "There is no way in this whole wide world that I would ever, ever, ever cheat on my girl. "We all fell apart a bit," said John Beattie, host of BBC Radio Scotland's Drivetime programme. The romance rumours come after Amber said she is dating girls after 'coming out' in a tweet prompted by the men on this year's series ofLove Island. "I can only speak for my experience - hospitals were super safe and everyone was following the guidelines. And Amber Gill appears to have made her relationship with Jen Beattie 'Instagram official' on Tuesday as they enjoyed a sweet Valentine's Day date. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. 2023 BBC. The pair appeared to have gifted each other flower bouquettoo, as Amber shared a close up snap of a rose to her Stories, while Jen posted a similar picture of her own blooms. [12][13][14] While at Montpellier, she made 25 regular season appearances with the side, scoring 5 goals in the process.[15][16]. I couldn't put myself through it again.". Having discovered a lump, Beattie was diagnosed in Octobera few days before Arsenal beat Brighton in the Women's Super League. Amber captioned the clip to her 1.4million TikTok followers: 'Having to switch up my content so she knows I'm not really toxic '. Jen and Arsenal were approached for comment. The Newcastle native, who won the 2019 series of Love Island alongside Irish rugby player Greg O'Shea, was first linked to Arsenal player late last year. Watching men makes me feel ill. It's now four months on from Jen's diagnosis and her course of radiation is complete. View our online Press Pack. Beattie was presented with her award by Arsenal team-mate Leah Williamson. Beattie began playing football with her brother Johnnie and his friends, while at primary school. They sparked dating rumours at the end of 2022, with a slew of flirty social media hints and a Christmas date. The reality star reshared her date's Story and wrote over it 'Bro who got you smiling like that?'. Beattie returned to England with Manchester City Women for the 2015 season. "We're one of these families where we do constantly remind ourselves how lucky we are. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. And like, very like attuned to what I like and what I don't like so I don't know if it's that's part of the reason. "We're all incredibly proud of her for handling it the way she did. [2] She attended Jordanhill School in Glasgow[2] and on signing for Arsenal enrolled at Hertfordshire University. Sharing a picture of Amber during the dinner to her Instagram Stories, Jen sweetly added a lovestruck emoji over the shot. Jen Beattie receives the Helen Rollason Award via video link in 2021. You know when you just want to keep things to yourself to see how it goes until like, it's real life. Rumours: On Twitter, Amber penned: 'I love dating older people,' andTeddy, who is eight years older, replied with a sarcastic face emoji, She said: 'Normally people have these lovely, beautiful stories and lovely, beautiful real Instagram posts, like just lush. "Not being able to be there with the youngest one when she's being told terrible things was tough. Ladies as a 15-year-old. Arsenal and Scotland defender Jen Beattie has been honoured with the Helen Rollason Award at BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2021. She's sufficiently free-minded to just do it herself. On 15 May 2019 Beattie was named to the Scotland's 2019 Women's World Cup squad. The 31-year-old Arsenal player scored 24 goals in 144 appearances for her country and was part of Scotland . Beattie joined Arsenal in July 2009;[4][9] her first goals for Arsenal came on 8 November 2009 where she scored a stunning treble to seal a comeback against Chelsea after being 20 down at half-time. Beattie's father, Scottish broadcaster and former rugby union player John Beattie, said of his daughter receiving the award: "Of all the things she's done, this is the most important moment. Amber drove her fans wild with her cryptic and short response, simply replying with: "Sometimes.". Kenzi Devine For Mailonline. Related . "I was 18 when I moved to England to play, then Montpellier, so I was always abroad," she told BBC Sport. She is now an advocate for open communication around cancer, giving her first interview on her experience to the BBC in December. "It's meant everything, with a dad and a brother playing for Scotland, sport has been such a huge part of my family," she says. The pair also enjoyed a ride on a ferris wheel during their festive outing and then won an octopus toy during a fun arcade game. Beattie has followed in the footsteps of her father John and brother Johnnie, who both represented their country at rugby union. She is now cancer-free and uses her platform to, speak about her experience and encourage others. "I do still date guys, I am just saying I date whoever I want to date, when I want to date them - It's not this big thing and I don't like to define it.". But John said the miles separating him from his daughter often took their toll. Of course you remember certain games and certain experiences but its the off-the-pitch stuff as well, that camaraderie with Scottish people and the girls in the team; those are the memories that made it.. The pair have been commenting on each other's pages since July when Amber uploadeda TikTokabout how she feels when a guy compliments her versus a girl - which Jen was quick to reply to posting two emojis. 'When you have no idea what's going on but you want to be supportive,' she penned over the video. The pair also enjoyed a ride on a ferris wheel during their festive outing and then won an octopus toy during a fun arcade game, Reference:Amber showed off the toy she had won, revealing they had named the octopus 'Miss Elle G Beattie', seemingly hinting at Jen's surname and the initialism LGBT. While the pair also enjoyed a relaxing spa day at five-star Corinthia London during the day of love. Love Island star Amber Gill appears to have confirmed that she is dating Arsenal footballer Jen Beattie after posting a pitch-side selfie.. It is hard, though, to let go. March 3, 2023. I've spent the last 10+ years running, building, and supporting 6 and 7 figure businesses - and figuring out how to do so without sacrificing every ounce of your time & energy. They sparked dating rumours at the end of 2022, with a slew of flirty social media hints and a Christmas date. She is now cancer-free and uses her platform to speak about her experience and encourage others to get screened. Revealing:Using a sound from the Disney movie Princess and The Frog, where Princess Tiana says 'There is no way I would ever ever ever, I mean never, kiss a frog. Her followers were quick to question her about the tweet, with one sending her a series of fruit emojis and question marks.
