Love Island star Malin Andersson has gone Instagram official with her new boyfriend.
The reality star, who appeared on the dating series in 2016, welcomed daughter Xaya in January 2022 with her then-boyfriend Jared, but confirmed shortly after that they were no longer a couple.
Now, Malin has announced that she is in a new relationship, sharing a Reel of herself with boyfriend Jim Sundgren on social media.
"The soul my soul was looking for was out there all along," she wrote.
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"I just had to go inwards and be content with being alone.. and then I found him. A healer within himself, done the work and found me too.
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"It's funny how life works out in the way it's meant to. Guiding us towards what is – after so much pain and suffering and having a longing for real love. All I had to do was love myself first."
Malin concluded: "I hope this gives you hope if you're reading this after following my journey. I can't wait to talk about this more. He has quite a story too."
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Fans quickly took to the comments section to share their best wishes for the new couple, with one writing: "So happy for you, you deserve someone who realises how special you are."
"Followed you since Love Island days, seeing this makes my heart happy. Love this," another added, while a third commented: "This is the best news!!!! You deserve the world! What a match!!!!!"
A fourth fan echoed the sentiment: "I HONESTLY couldn't be happier for you. You deserve EVERY happiness and sparkle that comes your way."
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In 2020, Malin opened up about her experience of domestic violence, comparing her abusive relationship to living "in a prison".
Speaking to The Sun, the star candidly explained that she previously experienced both physical and emotional abuse, and that it was difficult for her to acknowledge what was happening.
Reflecting on the impact of the abuse, Malin admitted that she began to "doubt" herself and "second-guess everything" during the relationship.
She also offered a message of support and strength to those experiencing violence and abuse. "My message is – don't give up," she said. "You can come through the other side if you keep strong and focused. Know that you can do it."
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If you've been affected by any of the issues raised in this story, organisations including Refuge (www.refuge.org.uk) and Women's Aid (www.womensaid.org.uk) can provide further support and information. The 24-hour, freephone National Domestic Abuse Helpline is 0808 2000 247. The US National Domestic Violence Hotline is 1-800-799-SAFE (7233), or text LOVEIS to 22522.
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