GK Barry openly acknowledges that she is not naturally skilled at football, unlike her partner, Ella Rutherford, who plays for Millwall. Recently, the Loose Women panelist gained attention for a viral moment during Soccer Aid when she missed a pass from teammate Tom Grennan while caught up in a celebratory dance on the field. Despite this, she enjoys watching the World Cup matches from the comfort of her sofa with a glass of prosecco, particularly praising Harry Kane after England’s intense 2-1 win against DR Congo.
Describing Ella as her “wife” even though they are not married, GK humorously admits that Ella has given up on trying to educate her about football during the nail-biting World Cup knockout games, deeming her a “lost cause.” The couple, who met on Instagram in 2024 and now reside together, shared a joyful moment on the pitch as Ella signed with Millwall earlier this month, with GK proudly embracing her role as a WAG.
Initially rising to fame on TikTok during her university days in Nottingham, GK, whose real name is Grace Keeling, adopted the name ‘Barry’ from a friend and launched the Saving Grace podcast. She has interviewed a range of personalities and transitioned into television, exploring roles as an investigative reporter and featuring in the Netflix series, Missing You.
Reflecting on her acting experiences, GK expressed her enjoyment of being a foot cam girl in the Netflix drama and her aspirations to tackle more challenging roles in the future. Beyond her on-screen endeavors, GK tackled online criticism in her documentary Toxic Gossip by confronting the owner of the controversial forum Tattle Life, a platform known for harshly judging celebrities and influencers.
Joining Loose Women in 2024, GK made history as the show’s youngest panelist, emphasizing her love for the program and the camaraderie among the women. She also shared her TV preferences, highlighting shows like The Traitors, Last One Laughing, and Love Island as her guilty pleasure.
Following her stint on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! in Australia, where she finished fifth, GK remains connected with fellow participants and celebrities but admits to reaching her social limit at times. She credited super-WAG Coleen Rooney for inspiring her Soccer Aid moment, recalling a valuable piece of advice from Coleen.
As she balances her busy schedule, GK promotes Tropicana’s new Hydrate+ drink, designed to help individuals recover from late nights or early mornings. She engaged with fans during the late-night England vs. Mexico match in the World Cup, endorsing the drink’s benefits for post-party recovery.
Partnering with Tropicana on the Recover Like A Pro campaign, GK shared her personal recovery rituals and encouraged others to try the new Hydrate+ fruit juice with coconut water. For more entertainment news and updates, follow Mirror Celebs on various social media platforms.