Holly Valance poses with Tommy Robinson at the ‘Unite the Kingdom’ rally on Saturday

(L-R) Nick Candy, Donald Trump, Nigel Farage and Holly Valance at Mar-a-Lago in April 2022 (L-R) Nick Candy, Donald Trump, Nigel Farage and Holly Valance at Mar-a-Lago in April 2022

Holly Valance has found herself at the centre of a political firestorm after she was photographed alongside activist Tommy Robinson at the high-profile ‘Unite the Kingdom’ rally in London — a mass gathering that drew an estimated crowd of more than 100,000 people and led to multiple arrests across the capital.

Valance (left) and Donald Trump Jr (centre right) at a Trump fundraiser in London in June 2024 Valance (left) and Donald Trump Jr (centre right) at a Trump fundraiser in London in June 2024

The former Neighbours star was seen with her arm around Robinson during the event, where she spoke about what she described as his “personal turnaround”. Wearing a red cap emblazoned with the slogan “Mega” — short for “Make England Great Again” — Valance has in recent years become an increasingly visible supporter of Reform UK and its political platform.

Holly Valance with her estranged husband, billionaire property tycoon Nick Candy, in 2015

The 42-year-old actress and singer joined thousands of demonstrators at the rally, which police confirmed resulted in 24 arrests for alleged public-order offences. Her appearance comes as her estranged husband, billionaire property developer Nick Candy, has taken on a financial role within Reform UK after leaving the Conservative Party.

Valance has previously been pictured with high-profile political figures, including Nick Candy, Donald Trump and Nigel Farage at Mar-a-Lago in April 2022, and later alongside Donald Trump Jr at a London fundraiser in June 2024.

Speaking to the Daily Telegraph Australia, Valance described the London gathering as “historic” and suggested it reflected a major shift in public sentiment. She praised the crowd’s singing of the hymn Jerusalem and claimed that millions across the country had felt a sense of unity during the weekend’s events.

The rally, held around Parliament Square, featured speeches, a heavy police presence and moments of tension between demonstrators and counter-protesters. Reports estimate between 110,000 and 150,000 people were present across central London, while a separate counter-demonstration advocating equality and anti-discrimination took place nearby.

Tensions rose when officers attempted to prevent marchers from approaching the counter-protest area. Objects were thrown and several confrontations broke out, prompting more than 100 helmeted officers and mounted police to intervene. A number of police officers were injured during the clashes

In the aftermath, Sir Keir Starmer condemned the misuse of the national flag in ways that, he said, deepened division, and criticised the violence directed at police, making clear the Government would not tolerate attacks on officers.

The event also attracted unexpected figures who have gained large international followings online. Among them was Elon Musk, who addressed the crowd before later joining Robinson on stage for an interview touching on political issues, public policy and the future direction of the country. Other international commentators and political figures were also in attendance.

Valance has been a familiar face at political gatherings in both the UK and the US in recent years, including visits to Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate and fundraising events in London. She first rose to fame as Felicity “Flick” Scully in Neighbours, later enjoying chart success with several pop singles and reaching the semi-finals of Strictly Come Dancing in 2011.

Her private life has remained under scrutiny after reports earlier this year confirmed she and Nick Candy were separating following 13 years of marriage.

With its huge turnout, charged atmosphere and celebrity involvement, Saturday’s rally has reignited fierce debate about political division in Britain — and Holly Valance’s presence has placed her firmly at the heart of that national conversation.