IN CONVERSATION WITH CHLOE VEITCH

interview by JANA LETONJA

Netflix’s ‘Sneaky Links’ host Chloe Veitch rose to fame on Netflix’s ‘Too Hot To Handle’, ‘The Circle’, and ‘Perfect Match’, winning over millions with her unfiltered humor and bold British charm. Besides this, she is also teaming up with Unwell Network for a brand new SiriusXM radio show. With focus on intentional growth and long-term positioning, she’s crafting a new chapter rooted in authenticity, confidence, and versatility, solidifying her place as one of entertainment’s most exciting emerging voices. She has just been in Cannes, speaking on multiple panels about women in entertainment, digital culture, and the evolution of reality TV, offering a fresh perspective as someone who’s successfully transitioned from breakout star to breakout host.

As the host of ‘Sneaky Links’, how does it feel to be leading your own Netflix series?

I feel completely overwhelmed that I have my own Netflix show- Hosting was a dream. It's definitely the next step in my career that makes the most sense. I absolutely loved hosting. I am such a relationship girly, so any time I am able to help people find love was filling a void in me I didn’t realise it needed to be filled.

What drew you to ‘Sneaky Links’, and how did you approach your role as a host versus being a contestant on shows like ‘Too Hot To Handle’?

What drew me to ‘Sneaky Links’ was initially me understanding what the term sneaky link meant with my full being. Explaining to the Netflix executive that sneaky link is a term used by everyone pushed me in a space where I knew my opinion mattered, especially in this subject. I approached my role as host by being as prepared as possible, taking multiple coaching hosting lessons to understand what it meant to be a host, but also keeping my reality TV personality background still in check because I know the Netflix executive wanted my personality and my empathy as well as my professionalism.

The show is full of twists, secrets, and “links” from the past. What moment shocked you the most while filming?

What shocked me the most when filming is that guys also go through what us women go through when dating without boundaries. The anxiety, that attachment style that comes out are almost identical. That was something that shocked me, and honestly, taught me a lesson.

You’ve had a pretty incredible evolution, from contestant to confident host. What’s been the biggest shift for you personally and professionally?

The biggest shift for me personally is really doubling down on knowing myself and understanding who I am as a woman and someone who has been on reality TV for multiple years, not being type casted into just one part of my personality, but embracing every side of me and showing it on the screen as a host. I can say that professionally the reason why I was so good at being a host is because I was confident in my ability to bring entertainment and allow the contestants to feel vulnerable around me.

Was stepping into hosting something you always wanted to do, or did it come as a surprise opportunity?

Stepping in as a host is something I’ve always wanted to do, but never knew how to. Netflix gave me an opportunity along with ITV. They trusted me and my vision with being a host, and I’m glad they’ve paved a new part for me in the future.

How have your previous experiences on ‘The Circle’, ‘Perfect Match’, and ‘Too Hot To Handle’ shaped the way you now approach the entertainment industry?

I feel like it comes with good and bad sides. The great side of being on so many different shows with Netflix is that it has forced me to understand myself, it’s led me to a greater understanding of who Chloe is. On the other hand, it comes with a lot of anxiety not knowing what to do next and when the next job is going to be. It’s a very up-and-down industry, so one way that I have tried to manage that is leaning to what I am passionate about. And that’s empowering women. I actually have a new project coming out soon that aligns with that, keep your eyes peeled.

You’ve built a powerful digital presence, with over 1.4 million followers on TikTok. How has social media influenced your career and your connection with fans?

I honestly feel like on TikTok I am just myself, showing the good, the bad and ugly, which helps people open up to me. I think that’s what helps me become relatable with my fans, just being completely authentically myself, like a big sister.

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What’s your relationship with vulnerability and authenticity online, especially in an era where so much can be curated?

I don’t know how to not be vulnerable or authentic. With my ADHD, I really struggle to hide who I really am, which is a gift. And I try to inspire people to do the exact same thing, which is leaning to who you are and what you want to be and who you want to be. And to also encourage them that being authentic to yourself only gravitates what is meant to be in your life much quicker.

Next up, you’re teaming up with Unwell Network for a SiriusXM radio show. What can you tease about the vibe, the format, or what fans can expect to hear?

It’s going to be completely unfiltered, utterly vulnerable and filled with the latest viral reality TV moments with my POV. I really wanted to create a space that was safe for people to listen to, and gain advice and practice self love through this radio show. I’m even pushing myself out of my comfort zone with one of the segments to help people be more vulnerable and less shameful in this generation.

You’ve also just spoken on panels at Cannes about women in entertainment and the evolution of reality TV. What are the key messages you can also share with our readers?

What I’ve learnt in my six years in this industry is that you can’t ever pretend to be anyone else. Being yourself 100% of the time will gravitate work that is meant for you, brand deals that are meant for you. And one thing I wanted to teach people that were listening is that in the industry signing talent like myself is trust in women. We have built a brand and fan base that trusts us. Allow us to lean into that.

You’ve talked about building your career with intention and authenticity. What does that mean to you now?

Building my brand with intention means choosing what I am passionate about and using it to do good, to inspire other people to do the same, for women who love their bodies and their natural hair. To show with my authenticity that you don’t need to be perfect. It’s a myth. It’s a beauty standard that doesn’t exist in the real world. I try and counteract that with my vulnerability in talking about my dyslexia, my mental health issues, my ADHD and also my IBS. 

Looking ahead, what types of projects or roles would you love to take on next?

Imagine this, “Chloe Veitch, the next host of Love Island USA.”

And lastly, what can you tell us about Chloe that we haven’t been able to get to know on TV?

One thing I pride myself on is always allowing time for other people in my life. Being there for my friends and family is something that drives my passion to do well in life.