Tammy Hembrows Shocking Fling with Shark Attack Survivor

It’s the unexpected pairing no one saw coming.

Sources have revealed that influencer and Shark! host Paul de Gelder grew very close while filming the new show in the Bahamas, and it didn’t go unnoticed. 

The Channel Nine series, which is due to premiere later this year, pits Aussie celebrities against their greatest fear – sharks.

Tammy, 31, will star alongside The Block host Scott Cam, NRL star Sam Thaiday, former NRL star and actor Matt Nable, icon Lynne McGranger, and Olympic swimming champion Ariane Titmus. 

The series will be helmed by Paul, 47, a double-amputee shark attack survivor and former Navy clearance diver, alongside shark conservationist Annie Guttridge. 

Paul lost his right hand and leg in a Harbour bull shark attack in 2009.

While the series promises many pulse-pounding moments, the vibe on set was reportedly akin to Love Island.   

According to insiders, sparks began flying between Tammy and Paul during downtime on location, leaving fellow cast and crew buzzing.

'People definitely noticed the chemistry,' a source told Daily Mail. 

'There was a lot of laughter, a lot of flirting… it wasn’t exactly subtle.'

The alleged connection reportedly came as a surprise to those working on the production, with whispers quickly spreading behind the scenes.

'It wasn’t something anyone expected,' the source added. 

'You’ve got two very different personalities, both very confident. It created a bit of a moment on set.'

Executives were said to be particularly taken aback by the rumours, given the high-profile nature of the shoot, which took place in late November and early December 2025.

Tammy, 31, will star alongside The Block host Scott Cam, NRL star Sam Thaiday, former NRL star and actor Matt Nable, Home & Away icon Lynne McGranger, and Olympic swimming champion Ariane Titmus