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ISABELLE Farage is the youngest daughter of British broadcaster and former politician Nigel Farage.

But who is she and who is she dating? From her famous family tree to her life away from the spotlight – here’s everything you need to know about Isabelle Farage.

Nigel Farage's daughter Isabelle pictured arriving in Brisbane1

Nigel Farage’s daughter Isabelle pictured arriving in BrisbaneCredit: Jayne Russell

Who is Nigel Farage’s daughter Isabelle?

Isabelle Farage, was born in 2005 and is the youngest daughter of Nigel Farage.

According to her LinkedIn profile, she worked as an intern at the U.S House of Representatives, having previously completed an internship at the House of Commons.

Her LinkenIn bio also reads: ‘’Gap year student.’’

The work-related social media platform lists Isabelle’s location as Oxted, England.

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In November 2023, Isabelle, also known as Izzy, travelled to Brisbane airport to support her dad during his 2023 I’m A Celebrity stint

The teenager, who was spotted by photographers, stepped off the plane looking refreshed and excited, dressed in cream combat trousers, a white jumper, and brown Ugg boots.

How many children does Nigel Farage have?

Nigel Farage is the father of four children.

Farage had two sons with Gráinne Hayes – Samuel (born 1989) and Thomas (born 1991).

He also had two daughters with Kirsten — Victoria (born 2000) and Isabelle (born 2005) — who are both dual citizens with German passports and are bilingual.

How many times has Nigel Farage been married?

Nigel Farage has been married twice.

Gráinne Hayes was married to Farage between 1988 and 1999.

The Irish nurse met him in hospital in 1985 after he was admitted in his early 20s.

He was hit by a car following a night out at the pub in Orpington, Kent.

Nigel sustained severe injuries and was told he may lose his leg.

In 2015 Farage told the Telegraph: “My recovery was a miserable period: I was put on traction — a series of pulleys and weights — but the treatment saved my leg.

“It put paid to any more golf — but I married the nurse who treated me. A cliché, I know, but not only did I get my life back, I got a wife and two fantastic sons.”

In 1997 the pair divorced — and two years later Nigel wed once more.

Farage married his second wife Kirsten Mehr in 1999, after the divorce from his first spouse was finalised.

He reportedly met German government bond broker Kirsten in 1996 while still married to Grianne.

In 2017, Kirsten claimed they had been living “separate lives” for years and he had moved out of the family home in Kent “a while ago”.

She said in a statement: “My husband and I have lived separate lives for some years and he moved out of the family home a while ago. This is a situation that suits everyone and is not news to any of the people involved.”

A day after Kirsten released her statement, Nigel addressed her comments live on LBC, telling his listeners that “we all go through ups and downs”.

He said at the time: “Some of you will have seen press coverage over the last few days — and no doubt there’ll be more of it — about a few personal difficulties that I’ve had with my marriage and my family and my relationships.

“And I would just say this — all of us in our lives go through ups and downs and I regret the down that I’m in at the moment.”

Who is Nigel Farage’s current girlfriend?

Nigel Farage’s current girlfriend is French politician Laure Ferrari.

She has secretly dated the Brexiteer since 2017, but has never previously spoken out about their life.

As she arrived in the jungle to support Farage, she said: “I’m not a secret. I’m here, I do exist and I do support Nigel. It’s very important for me to say that.”

Viewers did however question his awkward reunion with Laure on the bridge – as they put on their first display of public affection.

Who is Isabelle Farage’s boyfriend?

Farage’s youngest child Isabelle is dating long-term boyfriend Jack McKenna, 18.

The young pair, who have been together for two years, were pictured together during Nigel’s recent stint on I’m a Celebrity.

Izzy met Jack through mutual friends.

In December 2023, Farage told of his shock after the parents of his daughter’s boyfriend were arrested in a drugs raid.

Jack’s parents admitted drug offences after Met police swooped on their home in South East London, on October 6 last year.

Following the police raid, Farage said: ‘’As a family, we’re all in shock over this.”

He also gave his support to Isabelle’s boyfriend Jack, whose parents Darren McKenna and Lacey Tilley have pleaded guilty to two counts each of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs.

Speaking of Jack, Farage said: ‘’He’s a nice lad with no record of any kind with the police or any problems at school.

‘’He can’t help where he comes from, nor can any of us, it’s obviously a very difficult situation.

‘’I’m the least snobby person on Earth, we all come from different backgrounds and the kid deserves every chance.

‘’Izzy and Jack are very good together, they’re very young, but good together.

“This has been a shock for everyone involved, but I don’t want to see this affect the rest of Jack’s life.

“I will not be judgmental about the boy in any way at all.”

He added: “I’ve got to know him, he’s a good lad, he’s got ambition, he’s a bright kid who works hard and is very decent.

“Having spoken to Izzy about this, clearly Jack wants to make a success of his life and is determined his path is going to be very different from where he comes from.”

A source close to the McKenna family told The Sun: “Jack is really upset, his mum and dad could be sent down for years.

“Jack’s a nice lad and wasn’t tied up in anything criminal, but he’s worried about his parents.

“Jack and Izzy are really close, they had an amazing time in ­Australia — they went to a water park together and to the beach.

“Izzy regularly hangs at Jack’s house and her mum has been there quite a bit.”

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