Jules Neale has delivered a thinly-veiled dig at her former husband, AFL star Lachie Neale, and her one-time closest confidante Tess Crosley in a freshly uploaded social media clip. The 35-year-old former WAG utilised TikTok this week to broadcast a brief video that ostensibly portrays her embracing life after her highly-publicised marital dissolution.
A Pointed Social Media Statement
The footage presents a serene Jules seated at an outdoor restaurant table, leisurely enjoying a glass of white wine. The post was synchronised with Olivia Dean's song 'Lady Lady', a track which includes the telling lyric: 'That lady, lady, she's the man.' Concluding the clip with a knowing wink directed at the camera, Jules supplemented the video with a caption that appeared to reference conversations about the breakdown of her marriage.
Quoting an apparent discussion regarding the separation, she wrote: 'I don't understand how they could do that.' In a further indication that she is putting the turmoil behind her, Jules appended: 'Exactly, what a blessing not to.' This succinct yet loaded post promptly attracted a wave of encouraging responses from her online followers.
Overwhelming Support from Followers
One admirer commented, 'The whole of Australia is rooting for you, we love you queen,' while another praised her composure, stating, 'Handled with nothing but Grace & Dignity.' A third supporter highlighted her influence, remarking, 'Such an inspiration for all younger women to never settle for less & know your self-worth.'
This social media activity follows Jules's recent display of what many have termed a 'revenge body' in a collection of alluring bikini photographs shared on Monday evening, coinciding with her signing to a new talent agency based in Perth. One image depicted Jules radiating happiness in a mirror selfie, wearing a baby blue and black polka dot two-piece swimsuit.
Symbolic Fashion Choices and Musical Barbs
Notably, she accessorised with a brown cowboy hat, a possible subtle nod to similar headwear recently sported by her former best friend Tess Crosley in an Instagram post amidst the ongoing scandal. Furthermore, Jules selected the Taylor Swift song 'Father Figure' to accompany another post, a choice widely interpreted as a brutal jab at Lachie.
The song's lyrics include pointed lines such as: 'You want a fight, you found it / I got the place surrounded / You’ll be sleeping with the fishes before you know you’re drowning,' and 'Who covered up your scandals? / Mistake my kindness for weakness and find your card cancelled / Leave it with me, I protect the family.'
Ongoing Fallout from the Affair
This development occurs as the repercussions from Lachie's alleged affair with Jules's erstwhile best friend Tess continue to unfold, with Jules now establishing herself in her new life in Western Australia. In the wake of the very public collapse of his marriage, Lachie Neale relinquished his role as co-captain of the Brisbane Lions.
Earlier this month, he addressed a strained press conference where he acknowledged the relationship had ended but evaded a direct response when questioned about whether infidelity was a factor. While avoiding specific details, Lanche accepted accountability, telling journalists: 'I have let my family down and I apologise for my actions which have hurt those closest to me. And for that, I am deeply sorry.'
He added, 'I accept this as a consequence of my actions and I need to focus on rebuilding the trust with Jules as the future well-being of our children remains our number-one priority.' However, behind the scenes, the situation has persistently intensified.
Separate Lives and Property Matters
Jules has since returned to Western Australia with the couple's two young children, four-year-old Piper and one-year-old Freddie. Meanwhile, Lachie has moved into a new bachelor apartment in Brisbane following their separation. He was recently photographed shirtless on the balcony of his inner-city residence during what seemed to be a casual housewarming gathering with friends, appearing outwardly untroubled as he adapts to solitary living.
The couple's former marital home in Seven Hills, valued at approximately $2.43 million and once considered their forever home, is now believed to be empty or in the process of being prepared for sale or lease. The split initially entered the public domain in late December when reports surfaced that the pair were 'working through' marital difficulties, a characterisation Jules swiftly contradicted by declaring she had been 'betrayed in the most unimaginable way'.
The scandal intensified as scrutiny turned towards former Mormon missionary Tess Crosley, who has been identified as being central to the marriage's disintegration.
