Katie Price Rules Out Permanent Move to Dubai Amid Husband's £36 Million Home Claim
Katie Price has definitively confirmed that she will not be moving to Dubai to live with her husband, Lee Andrews, despite his assertion that he purchased a £36 million home there "in cash." The former glamour model, who married Andrews in January just days after meeting him, has been shuttling between the UK and Dubai to spend time with him, sparking speculation about a permanent relocation.
Family and Pets Anchor Katie in the UK
In a since-deleted YouTube video, Katie Price addressed the rumours head-on, insisting that her roots remain firmly planted in the United Kingdom. "I don't know why people think I'm moving to Dubai. My family's here. The husband is there, but the husband come here and I can go to Dubai when I can," she explained. This statement underscores her commitment to her children and extensive collection of 17 pets, which includes horses and other animals, all residing in the UK.
The decision comes weeks after Katie Price publicly defended Lee Andrews against fraud allegations, presenting a document to The Sun that purportedly proved the cash purchase of the multi-million-pound Dubai property. She vehemently denied any wrongdoing on his part, stating he was no "con man." However, this financial revelation did not sway her plans to uproot her life.
Pet Dilemma and Fan Backlash
Previously, Katie Price had hinted at a more permanent arrangement in Dubai, expressing uncertainty about managing her many pets while frequently traveling. In another YouTube vlog, she reflected on her lifestyle, saying, "I’ve got to sort out what I’m going to do with the animals because obviously Lee’s in Dubai and I’m going to keep going to Dubai and back." She even questioned whether she should reduce her pet count, admitting, "Do I need so many animals? You know you gotta be there, all the time for them."
This contemplation sparked significant backlash from fans, who criticized her as a "disgrace" for considering parting with animals, given past neglect allegations. One fan remarked, "You shouldn’t be allowed to have pets you have a record of neglect and cruelty," while another added, "The way you casually say you don’t need so many animals .. you’re a disgrace who just thinks about yourself."
Family Concerns and Podcast Tensions
Katie Price's marital decisions have also raised concerns within her family, particularly with her sister Sophie. During an episode of their podcast, when Katie likened her whirlwind marriage to the TV show Married At First Sight, Sophie responded with a dismissive "hmm" and called her a "k***head." As they discussed the wedding, Katie mentioned changing "the other bit," prompting Sophie to interject, "Change the other bit? You mean the husband?" Katie quickly clarified, "Not the husband," but Sophie's reaction spoke volumes.
Viewers noted the palpable tension, with one commenting, "No emotional intelligence recognising the hurt she’s causing her loved ones - sad to watch," and another adding, "Oh Sophie does look so sad. I know Kate probably doesn't see it's all care and worry, she is just happy in her bubble. But it's heartbreaking especially after all the work Kate did on herself."
Ultimately, Katie Price remains steadfast in her choice to stay in the UK, visiting Lee Andrews in Dubai as needed, rather than making a permanent move. This decision highlights the complexities of balancing personal relationships with family obligations and public scrutiny in the celebrity spotlight.
