Stephen Bear sells £2 smoothies at Walthamstow market with pregnant wife

Stephen Bear, the former reality television personality born in Walthamstow, has largely stayed out of the public eye since his release from prison in January 2024. Bear, who was convicted of disclosing private sexual photographs without consent, served approximately 11 months of a 21-month sentence before being released early.

From Prison to Brazil

After his release, Bear relocated to Brazil, where he began rebuilding his life. In July 2025, the former Celebrity Big Brother winner married his 18-year-old Brazilian girlfriend, publicly known as Miami, in a ceremony held in Brazil. The wedding marked a significant milestone for Bear, who had spent time in HM Prison Chelmsford and later HM Prison Brixton following his December 2022 conviction.

Reality TV Background

Bear’s television career spanned over a decade, beginning with his 2011 appearance on Shipwrecked. He went on to appear in multiple MTV reality shows including Ex on the Beach and The Challenge across three seasons. His most notable achievement came in 2016 when he won the eighteenth series of Celebrity Big Brother, despite facing eternal nominations from Day 9 onwards.

Sources

• Wikipedia — Stephen Bear biography, release date, marriage details, and television career history