Decorated Paralympic swimmer Ellie Cole has achieved so much in her career.
But one of the gold-medallist’s biggest pride and joys is in her personal life – with her beautiful family.
The 32-year-old was a professional athlete for nearly 20 years, where she lived and breathed her sport.
But when she finally hung up her goggles in 2022, Ellie Cole made the decision to switch her priorities to begin building a family of her own.
So, what does Ellie’s life look like now outside of the limelight? We investigate…
Who is Ellie Cole’s partner?
Ellie Cole has been in a relationship with her partner, Silvia Scognamiglio, since 2012.
The couple first met at the London 2012 Paralympic Games, where Silvia was an events planner for the Paralympic committee at the time.
Ever since this collision, they have been inseparable – with Ellie revealing to 9Honey that she would FaceTime Silvia at least six times every day when apart.
Ellie and Silvia’s relationship has remained relatively private for the past 12 years, but just before Ellie headed into the jungle as part of the 2024 cast of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!, the couple announced some hugely exciting personal news…
Did Ellie Cole have a baby?
In early February 2024, Ellie Cole and Silvia confirmed the arrival of their first child – a baby boy!
“They say when your own child is born, it is one of the greatest miracles you could ever hope for. We are feeling so blessed –
“Felix Parker Cole joined our family this morning, unexpectedly, three weeks early.
“We know that he will make us see the world in an entirely different way. Welcome to the world, little Felix. All we see is you. 💙”, Ellie gushed over her newborn son.
Athletes, celebrities and fans were all quick to shower the new parents with love and congratulations.
Fellow I’m A Celebrity castmate Brittany Hockley said “Aww congrats angel!! ❤️🙌😍”, while Olympic legends Libby Trickett and Giaan Rooney also shared their congratulations.
