Teenage darting sensation Luke Littler has been in the spotlight once again, but this time it wasn’t for his exploits on the dartboard. The 17-year-old made headlines during a recent live stream with popular social media figure Angry Ginge, where he seemingly revealed his new girlfriend in an unintentional slip-up. The moment occurred as Littler, who has been a rising star in the world of darts, was engaging with fans during a live session, only for an unexpected voice to cause a stir.
Littler’s rise to prominence has been swift and impressive. Earlier this year, he captured the attention of the darting world with an incredible run to the final of the 2024 PDC World Darts Championship. Though he ultimately fell short against world number one Luke Humphries, his performance cemented his status as one of the sport’s most promising young talents. His ability to handle pressure and consistently perform at a high level has made him a fan favorite.
However, his personal life has also drawn attention, particularly after his publicized breakup with Eloise Milburn. The pair were in a relationship for some time, but they split in July 2024. At the time, Littler took to social media to address the breakup, calling for respect and understanding from fans who had taken to blaming Milburn for the separation. In a mature statement, Littler urged people to stop sending hate towards his ex-girlfriend, saying, “Everyone needs to stop sending hate towards Eloise, saying it’s her fault and this and that. I myself split up with Eloise, and everyone just needs to give us some time. No need for everyone to message her and give her grief.”
Despite the efforts to keep his personal life private, Littler’s recent live stream moment seemed to unintentionally offer fans a glimpse into his new romantic relationship. While streaming alongside Morgan Burtwistle, better known as Angry Ginge, a female voice was heard over Littler’s microphone, saying, “I’m gonna try and get some sleep because I’m so tired.” The comment caught Angry Ginge off guard, and he quickly turned it into a playful exchange, asking, “Who the f*** is that? Who’s that, Luke? Who’s that, Luke? He’s had a rotter there! Luke’s had a rotter.”
Littler, clearly flustered by the sudden turn of events, responded with a mix of humor and frustration, exclaiming, “F***’s sake.” Angry Ginge continued to tease the young darts player, telling him, “Let her get to bed, Luke, come on.” Littler, still trying to navigate the situation, acknowledged that the moment would likely be caught on video, quipping, “Your chat is going mad. F*** off. If someone has screen-recorded that, it’s in the papers in the morning. Yep, well played. Why’s the volume all the way up, you f***ing idiot?”
Though the exchange featured some x-rated language, it was clear that Littler was speaking in a lighthearted and good-natured manner, rather than out of anger. The interaction seemed to amuse both him and Angry Ginge, as well as the live-stream audience, who were quick to react to the unexpected cameo by Littler’s apparent new girlfriend.
While the incident was a fun and fleeting moment during the live stream, it comes at a time when Littler is continuing to balance his personal life with the demands of professional sports. He recently competed in the prestigious World Grand Prix, where he faced Rob Cross in the opening round. Unfortunately, Littler was defeated by the experienced Cross, who praised the young star after the match. Cross remarked, “He’s on the crest of a wave still and playing brilliantly all year. He’s picked up trophies regularly. Luke has been different class all year and has beaten me more, and he’ll be back, that’s for sure.”
Cross acknowledged that his victory over Littler was significant for him, saying, “This is a great win and well overdue in the Grand Prix. But it’s up to me to keep it going. This win means nothing unless I get on a decent run and go all the way.” Despite the early exit, Littler’s 2024 season has been a remarkable one, filled with major victories and impressive performances that have propelled him to the forefront of the darting world.
Littler’s journey from a promising young talent to a rising star has been one to watch, and his ability to remain focused on his career while navigating the challenges of personal life speaks volumes about his maturity. As he continues to make waves in the sport, moments like his live stream incident serve as a reminder that, at the end of the day, Littler is still a 17-year-old navigating both fame and everyday life.
With his star on the rise, there’s little doubt that Luke Littler will remain in the headlines for both his darting achievements and the occasional personal slip-up. What remains certain is that the future looks bright for this talented young player, both on and off the oche.