Former Married at First Sight star JJ Slater has publicly expressed his belief that his ex-partner, Katie Price, may have encountered her new husband, Lee Andrews, long before their two-year relationship officially ended earlier this month. The 33-year-old television personality's comments add a layer of intrigue to the already whirlwind romance between the 47-year-old former glamour model and the Dubai-based businessman.
Timing of the Dubai Trip Raises Eyebrows
In a candid interview with The Sun, JJ Slater pointed to a specific period last summer when Katie Price extended her stay in Dubai on multiple occasions. While he initially maintained a relaxed attitude towards her travels, stating he had "no problem with that" and encouraged her to "have fun," he now views those extensions with heightened suspicion.
"Kate was in Dubai last summer and she extended her stay there a couple of times," JJ recounted. "I'm so laid-back and chilled, I had no problem with that. Do your thing, have fun. She was with her friends."
Unusual Behaviour Upon Return
JJ Slater detailed further peculiarities that have since caused him to question the timeline of events. He noted that upon Katie's return from a two-week trip, she opted to have a mutual friend collect her from the airport rather than him. He described this decision as "quite weird" and admitted that while he didn't suspect foul play at the time, her actions struck him as "a bit strange."
Adding to his doubts, JJ recalled an incident over the Christmas period where Katie inquired whether he had posted any photographs of them together on social media. He hadn't, and he began to wonder if her reluctance was tied to concerns about public perception, potentially because "something else" was unfolding behind the scenes.
A Rapid Turn of Events
The couple's separation was confirmed by Katie Price on her podcast, The Katie Price Show, where she asserted the relationship had been "over for months," despite them spending the festive season together. JJ, however, claims he was "blindsided" when Katie ended things on their sofa just days into the new year, telling him she no longer loved him.
In a remarkably swift sequence following the breakup, Katie Price announced she had met Lee Andrews online, travelled to Dubai to see him, accepted his proposal within 11 days of confirming her split from JJ, and married him last week.
Moving On Without Answers
Despite his lingering suspicions about the overlap in relationships, JJ Slater has stated he does not wish to pursue his ex for clarification. He has since unfollowed Katie on social media and taken a trip to Miami to, in his words, "heal his broken heart." He concluded his remarks by extending well-wishes to both Katie and her new husband.
Insiders previously suggested to The Mirror that pressure within the relationship contributed to its demise. A source indicated that Katie's desire for marriage, security, and another child began to weigh heavily on JJ, who ultimately "got cold feet" over the prospect of enduring the public drama that often accompanies a life with Katie Price.
