It's certainly not uncommon to spot hot air balloons bobbing above Bristol's skyline, but perhaps it is a little unexpected to find a Love Island star hovering above the city in one. This morning, October 11, Davide Sanclimenti took a hot air balloon ride over Bristol, on what was a very chilly start to the day.
Davide starred in this year's series of Love Island, having entered the villa on the first day of the competition. The Italian stallion stole dressage star Gemma Owen from Liam Llewellyn on day two, before deciding to couple up with Ekin-Su a few days later. Although Davide then ended up with Gemma again, and Antigoni, he ultimately got back with Ekin-Su, and the couple were crowned the winners of this year's series in August.
Davide announced his arrival in Bristol yesterday evening by sharing a snap of Bristol Temple Meads against a blissful blue sky. At that point, it was not clear what Davide would be getting up to in Bristol, but all was made apparent as the star embarked on a day out in the West Country city today.
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Davide shared a series of snaps today showcasing his day out, which was in partnership with Boots. It was announced last month that Davide had been made a brand ambassador for the UK's biggest health and beauty store's optician division, with Davide's fellow contestant Indiyah Polack being made an official beauty ambassador for the brand.
The Love Islander was signed by Boots as part of a wider Boots Opticians campaign to promote the launch of its new 'See What's Possible' platform. Today, Davide could be seen sat in a boardroom watching what appeared to be an advert for Boots Opticians, starring himself, before heading out on a hot air balloon ride.
With the temperature in Bristol sitting at a frosty 3°C, Davide shared some videos of the balloon being heated up, with a freezing emoji. The star then posted a series of breathtaking videos, showcasing the views across Bristol and the countryside which surrounds the city, with the sun hanging low in the sky, basking the land in a golden glow.
Just last week, it was announced that Davide will be giving away tiramisu at Prezzo to couples hoping to 'get together' this autumn. The Islander will be donning his chef whites and serving the iconic dish – which features on the restaurant’s new menu – for diners at select Prezzo restaurants this October.
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