Celebs Go Dating star Professor Green's painful splits with his son's mum Karima McAdams and ex wife Millie Mackintosh
He's had quite the colourful life!Professor Green will open up in Celebs Go Dating about the “grief” he feels after splitting from his son’s mum Karima McAdams.
The British star is among a line-up including Loose Women panelist Coleen Nolan, Celebrity Big Brother winner David Potts and former rugby player James Haskell in the new series of the E4 show.
With a career spanning well over 15 years, he’s had high profile relationships, a successful music career and been involved in a horror stabbing incident.
Here, we look at exactly who Professor Green is and what he says about his break-up with Karima on Celebs Go Dating.
Who is Professor Green? What is his real name?
Professor Green is an English rapper, actor, television personality and mental health activist. His real name is Stephen Paul Manderson, and he was born in Clapton, London.
His mum gave birth to him when she was just 16 years old. She split up with his father, Peter, shortly after, who later died by suicide in 2008.
In an emotional article for BBC’s Newsbeat, Green opened up about how his death made him feel.
“I was angry, I was upset, I was confused. I went through all of those emotions several times. Initially it was anger because it was such a selfish thing to do. It also made me realise how stupid not reaching out over pride was,” he wrote.
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As for his stage name, the Professor part reflects a reputation for being clever or a “pro”. Meanwhile, the Green refers to his past as a teenage marijuana dealer.
At six weeks old, Green required a pyloromyotomy operation on his stomach and has suffered chronic digestive issues ever since.
In December 2022, he underwent another surgery on his stomach and issued an update to fans.
“I’M GETTING BETTER. I don’t look or feel like it, but a huge part of winning this was stopping doing the things that gave me temporary respite; meanwhile my health was running away from me in a car without breaks,” he said.
How old is he?
Stephen was born on November 27, 1983. This makes him 42 years old.
His star sign is Sagittarius.
Where does he live?
Professor Green was born and raised in London, particularly in the East End.
While speaking to The Guardian in 2012, he revealed all the places he’s lived: “Hackney, Stratford, Bow, Clerkenwell… It’s only recently that I’ve moved to the dark side.”
In 2020, however, he told The Times that he had moved to a “semi-detached four-bedroom Victorian property” in south London.
“I bought it in 2013 as two flats that I turned into a single dwelling. It took a year and a half to renovate. It’s full of character, with a witch hat turret and a working weather vane. I restored everything I could. I also built a recording studio in my back garden,” he shared.
During the coronavirus pandemic, he revealed he spent a lot of time in Morocco. “I love the country, but under a state of emergency we weren’t even allowed out for a walk or exercise, which I think anyone would find difficult after a prolonged period,” he said.
“Like many people, I thought it would be a great time to read more, write more and learn more, but I actually found it quite difficult to concentrate.”
Green previously lived in a home in south-east London with his ex-wife, Millie Mackintosh, which was later listed for £2.5 million.
When did Professor Green get stabbed?
In May 2009, Green was attacked outside a nightclub by a 25-year-old man named Anthony Jones with a broken bottle. The horrific incident left him with a six-inch (15cm) scar on his neck.
In January 2011, Anthony was found guilty at Snaresbrook Crown Court of GBH with intent and was sentenced to a minimum of four years in jail.
During an appearance on the chat show John Bishop: In Conversation in 2018, Green opened up about what went down.
“If it was a knife, it would’ve killed me. We both got broken up, we got arrested, and my phone had fallen out of my pocket,” he said.
“I could see the looks on people’s faces, but I felt relatively calm, which was shock, and I asked them to pass me my phone. I phoned my nan and I felt so guilty as I said “Nan, I’m so sorry, you put so much into making life better for me, I’m forever grateful, but I don’t think I’m ever going to see you again.’”
Green continued: “He got right in my face to the point where his nose touched mine and he said: ‘You think you’re the baddest boy here?’ and I went bang and I pushed him and said ‘My head’s harder than yours, what are you gonna do?’ And he didn’t do anything. Five minutes later, I heard a bit of noise and someone saying he’s got something in his hand, turned and got stabbed like that in the neck.”
Upon reflection, Green said he doesn’t “harbour any grudges” against Anthony. He admitted his “life could have been so different”, stating: “That’s what annoys me about it.”
Explaining that he “should hate him”, Green wishes he had “made a different decision”.
Professor Green and Millie Mackintosh
Professor Green married Made in Chelsea star Millie Mackintosh in September 2013 at Babington House in Somerset after forming a relationship in December 2011.
Green admitted he became aware of Mollie after seeing her on the front cover of FHM. Their wedding guests included Lily Allen and Millie’s co-stars Rosie Fortescue and Caggie Dunlop.
However, after just over two years of marriage, the pair announced they were separating in February 2016.
“It is with sadness and regret that we confirm our separation,” they said in a joint statement.
“It is a mutual decision, we still care deeply about each other and would like it to be known that it is on amicable terms and we wish each other well.”
Since their split, Green revealed to The Sun in 2026 that he and Millie bonded over their ADHD diagnoses.
“We [me and Millie] spoke when she was releasing a book about her being sober and we spoke around that because I was mentioned in the book and she just wanted me to know that it was coming out and it was a really respectful thing to do,” he said.
“It was very cordial, it was over email. We laughed a little bit, going ‘you’re ADHD… me too.'”
Are Professor Green and Karima McAdams still together?
No, Professor Green and actress Karima McAdams are no longer together.
The pair formed a relationship in 2019 and announced their engagement in October 2021. In March of that year, Green and Karima started a family, welcoming a son, Slimane Ray Manderson.
However, they never walked down the aisle. In 2024, it was reportedly they had quietly parted ways the previous year.
A source told The Sun at the time: “Stephen and Karima broke up some months ago now and are trying to move on with their lives.
“They are both devoted parents to their little boy but as a couple, their relationship has run its course. Stephen is focusing on his music and building the best life he can for their son Slimane.”
Professor Green talks about his split with Karima in Celebs Go Dating
Stephen opens up about his break-up with Karima in the second episode of Celebs Go Dating 2026.
He tells experts Anna Williamson and Paul C Brunson: “I don’t know if I’m even ready to date. There’s going to be feeling of guilt all around this.”
Alone, Professor Green reveals to the cameras: “It’s really hard to step confidently into something new when what came before it is still so close in the rear-view.
“When there is a child involved, it is made ever more complicated. Not least of all because they are front and centre and the priority in all things.”
The dad-of-one is then shown back in front of the experts. He admits: “I am still grieving the loss of the relationship. And not just for me, but for our family and our son.
“For those few years of confusion that impacted him, it feels a hell of a lot.”
Can Professor Green sing? What are his songs?
While Professor Green is primarily a rapper, he also often sings on his songs.
According to The Official Charts, Green has racked up two top 10 albums and four top 10 hits in the UK.
Some of his signature songs include the chart-topper Read All About It with Emeli Sande, Just Be Good To Green with Lily Allen and his debut single, I Need You Tonight.
Professor Green tattoos
Professor Green has more than a dozen known tattoos, though the exact number has grown over time.
His ink includes tributes to family and loved ones, references to his music and near-death experiences, and phrases that reflect his identity, mental health, and life journey.
On his neck, he has his initials, PG, “Lucky,” and a red rose with the phrase “Alive Till I’m Dead,” the latter being the title of his debut album.
His chest features “Faith & Fury” and a tribute tattoo reading “Karima.” On his arms and shoulders, there’s a crying angel with “The Best Of Intentions,” a compass design, and multiple roses.
He also has more personal pieces like a heart with “Edie” on his bicep, a “DAD / RIP” gravestone-style tattoo on his wrist, and lettering across his knuckles reading “FINE LINE” and “CARE LESS.”
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