We couldn't resist the opportunity to put some questions to one of Geordie Shore's veteran stars, Holly Hagan ahead of the new series premiere tonight on MTV.
Holly tells us in this exclusive new interview about what to expect going forward from the Geordie gang, the experience of putting together a fashion collection and more.
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What should we expect this series of Geordie Shore?
We always wonder how the new series will compare to the last, but I can tell you there's definitely a lot of love shared between housemates! I had so much fun filming this series, there's a lot of funny moments.
There were tensions in the house at the end of series 7, will they continue to flow into this one?
When isn't there any tension in the house?!
What do the new boys add to the mix, and was it nice to see an old face in Aaron?
Well it was definitely a surprise! It was a bit weird seeing him again, but we do get on really well. It was fun having 2 new boys this time round, they're nice lads too.
You get a lot of attention from Aaron and Scott in the first episode, which would you let take you on a date away from the cameras if any?
To be honest, I don't think I'd date any of them outside of the house.
Would you want a new female addition?
We're all a family unit now, especially the original housemates, we're all really close. But who knows what will happen! We never know who they're going to bring in, that's what keeps it exciting I suppose.
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What should we expect in terms of drama this series?
As you can see in the advert, there's a lot of love shared among housemates! There are times we all really get on, then that's always followed by some sort of drama!
Who'll be hooking up with who?
I can't really say. But some you'll be shocked by!
Would you say you've changed as a person because of the show?
I think I've grown up with the show. When I first went in, I was only 18, now I'm 22 and I'm more of a woman now. People have seen my change my body image and style. My life is certainly different because of the show, but I'm living the dream and I wouldn't change that for the world.
You've been banned from filming in Blackpool for series nine according to recent reports, where will you be heading in series 9 instead?
As the cast, we don't know where we're going. Hopefully somewhere abroad though.
You now have your own fashion collection - what was the experience like of putting that together?
I've really, really enjoyed the experience. I've always wanted my own fashion collection and now its actually a reality! I'm quite hands-on when it comes to putting it all together and I love doing the shoots as we have a lot of fun.
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What sort of women is your collection aimed at?
It's aimed at women of all shapes and sizes. I wanted to have a collection that fits real girls, and a lot of the items come in sizes 6-26 so there's something for everyone. I have a womanly shape, I'm not a size 0 model, so I think with me modelling the clothes representing a healthy size 10, curvy girl, other girls can feel more confident also.
Is fashion an industry you've always been interested in?
Yes I've always wanted my own collection, ever since I was little I used to love dressing up. Now its a reality.
You're always sporting a new look and now you look better than ever - what's been your secret this time round?
Thank you, its been more of a gradual change but I suppose viewers comparing me from this series to series 7 will notice a massive change! I've always loved experimenting, especially with hair colour but now I much prefer this natural brown colour. There's not really a secret to be honest! I just eat a bit better now, I've cut out the takeaways and kebabs and I work hard in the gym with my personal trainer.
Finally, what should we expect from you going forward?
I hope to have continued success with my fashion collection, and for people to get to see a bit more of the real Holly in this series.
Geordie Shore series 8 starts tonight (Tuesday July 22) on MTV and continues every Tuesday at 10pm.
Holly's fashion collection can be found at TheFashionBible.co.uk
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