Danny Dyer's Proud Performance of X-Rated Football Chant About Daughter Dani
British actor and television presenter Danny Dyer has been captured enthusiastically singing an explicit football chant about his daughter Dani Dyer during a recent West Ham United match. The 48-year-old celebrity, known for his roles in EastEnders and various presenting gigs, was spotted belting out the X-rated tune during West Ham's FA Cup defeat to Leeds United this weekend.
The Controversial Chant That's Divided the Family
The chant in question, which references West Ham footballer Jarrod Bowen's relationship with Dani Dyer, contains explicit language that has caused mixed reactions within the Dyer family. "Bowen's on fire, and he's s******g Dani Dyer," Danny was seen declaring proudly from the stands, demonstrating his unwavering support for both his favorite football team and his famous daughter.
Dani Dyer, the 29-year-old television personality who rose to fame on reality shows including Survival of the Fittest and Love Island, has previously expressed embarrassment about the chant. "Dani is really embarrassed about the whole thing," a source previously told The Sun. "Her dad Danny is a huge West Ham fan, so she hates the idea that he has to hear about her when he watches games."
Family Reactions and Sweet Adaptations
Despite initial embarrassment, Dani has recently shared more nuanced perspectives on the chant. Speaking on the Great Company podcast in October, she revealed that her young son Santiago has created a more innocent version of the song. "Do you know my little boy says 'kissing'. He sings it in the back of my car sometimes," Dani explained. "I'm like that's your mother you're speaking about!"
Interestingly, Danny Dyer himself has embraced the chant with enthusiasm. "My dad sings it, he thinks it's brilliant," Dani continued. "He says he starts the chant off sometimes! Yeah alright mate..." Danny has even described the explicit song as "romantic" in previous interviews, highlighting his unique perspective on the football terrace tradition.
Danny's Admiration for Son-in-Law Jarrod Bowen
The chant references Dani's relationship with West Ham United footballer Jarrod Bowen, whom she began dating in 2021. The couple welcomed twin daughters Star and Summer in 2023 and married two years later. Danny has expressed immense admiration for his son-in-law, going so far as to declare his love for the footballer.
"I think I'm in love with him," Danny told Closer magazine last year. "He plays for West Ham and he's unbelievable, this guy. He comes in my house, I take his shoes off for him and I give him the remote control, and I say, 'Mate, this is your house now'. He's an incredible person."
Danny added humorously: "I can't wait to give Dani away, but I still think that he's marrying the wrong Danny Dyer. Honestly, I feel sorry for my other daughter, who's nearly 18, because she could never bring home a man to match what Jarrod's done for me."
Contrasting Fortunes: Dani's Ex Faces Difficult Times
While Dani enjoys marital bliss with Bowen and her father proudly sings about their relationship, her ex-partner Jack Fincham faces significantly different circumstances. Fincham, who won Love Island alongside Dani in 2018, has recently revealed he's homeless and struggling with addiction issues.
The influencer entered rehab for the second time earlier this year after relapsing with drugs and alcohol, having blown millions on his addictions and reportedly having just £20 to his name at one point. During an appearance on Good Morning Britain this month, Jack explained that he completed a six-week detox program for prescription drugs but now feels unsupported by his family after being discharged.
"I'm just gonna reset and work out what to do and where I wanna live," Fincham said about his current situation, staying in a hotel with his dog while trying to figure out his next steps. Despite his challenges, he remains optimistic: "There's been a few struggles along the way, and look, I'm starting again from zero. I'm a very optimistic person, and I just think it can't get any worse than this."
Dani Dyer's Rising Career Trajectory
Since her Love Island victory, Dani Dyer has built an impressive television career. She has appeared on numerous celebrity programs including Celebrity MasterChef, Celebrity Gogglebox, Strictly Come Dancing, and Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. Additionally, she co-presented the MTV series True Love or True Lies and hosts the podcast Sorted with the Dyers alongside her father.
Following her breakup with Jack Fincham the same year they won Love Island, Dani reconnected with her ex Sammy Kimmence, with whom she welcomed son Santiago. Her relationship with West Ham footballer Jarrod Bowen, which began in 2021, has since blossomed into marriage and motherhood with their twin daughters.
The contrast between Dani's current family happiness and her ex's struggles highlights the divergent paths that have emerged since their reality television fame. Meanwhile, Danny Dyer continues to support both his daughter and his beloved football team with characteristic enthusiasm, even when that support comes in the form of X-rated chants that blur the lines between family pride and football terrace culture.
