Jeff Brazier, the television personality, has faced a turbulent year as his family life crumbles following a second separation from his wife, Kate Dwyer. The couple, who previously split in 2022 before reconciling, parted ways again in summer 2024, with Jeff announcing the news in November. Sources say Kate, 35, left the family home two months ago and is now living in a flat in Hackney, London.
The split comes amid ongoing strain in Jeff's relationship with his sons, Bobby and Freddy, whom he raised alone after their mother, Jade Goody, died of cervical cancer in 2009. Jeff, 46, has spoken of the difficulty of telling the boys, then aged five and four, about their mother's death. He and Jade wrote a story explaining she would become a star in the sky.
Jeff's behaviour on live television has also drawn attention. During an appearance on Loose Women, he criticised host Ruth Langsford for 'eating into his screen time' while presenting a competition segment. Ruth appeared taken aback but responded calmly. Insiders say Jeff was spoken to by bosses, who acknowledged he is under stress but warned against taking it out on colleagues.
Earlier this year, Jeff initiated court proceedings to prevent his son Freddy from visiting his maternal grandmother, Jackiey Budden, citing a need to 'keep him safe'. The action was later abandoned. Jackiey subsequently gave a scathing interview attacking Jeff.
Jeff recently shared photos from a work trip to Saint Kitts, describing it as a chance to reflect. He has also moved out of the family home, explaining he prioritised his own needs after feeling like a 'storage facility' in the commuter belt.
