Katie Price's Ex Severs Social Media Connection After Sudden Engagement Announcement
In a definitive move signalling the end of their connection, Katie Price's former partner JJ Slater has unfollowed the reality television star on Instagram. This digital severance comes as a direct response to Price's unexpected engagement announcement to entrepreneur Lee Andrews, which occurred mere weeks after her split from Slater.
A Relationship's End and a Swift New Beginning
Earlier this month, reports confirmed that the 46-year-old former glamour model concluded her two-year romance with the 32-year-old MAFS UK star. Insiders revealed that fundamental doubts about their long-term compatibility ultimately led to the breakup, with Price reportedly realising she did not envision a future with Slater. Despite public assertions that their bond remained strong, sources indicate that significant cracks in the relationship had become increasingly apparent and impossible to overlook in recent months.
The situation took a dramatic turn when Katie Price subsequently revealed her engagement to Lee Andrews. This news reportedly delivered a "massive shock" to her inner circle, with relatives expressing concern that the pace of this new relationship is alarmingly rapid. The engagement is said to have left JJ Slater "blindsided," prompting his retreat to Miami, where sources claim he is focusing on "healing his broken heart."
Digital Distance and a Holiday Proposal
The Instagram unfollowing represents a clear final step for Slater, who has chosen to cut digital ties completely, while Price continues to follow his account. This action underscores the finality of their separation following her rapid romantic rebound.
Price announced her ninth engagement in a characteristically public fashion, sharing elaborate images on social media from a lavish holiday in Dubai with her new fiancé. The posts showcased a sea of red rose petals arranged to spell "will you marry me?", a giant diamond ring, and even a fresh tattoo of her name on her partner's hand. The celebration was documented with champagne, strawberries, and chocolate cake.
Family Concerns and a Pattern of Engagements
Intriguingly, the engagement news did not merely surprise fans; it also reportedly stunned Price's own family, who allegedly discovered the development through her Instagram posts. A source close to the family expressed significant worry, noting they were upset by the split with JJ and are now anxious because they have not yet met the new fiancé, Lee Andrews.
This engagement marks the latest chapter in Katie Price's extensive romantic history. She has previously been engaged eight times and has been married three times to Peter Andre, Alex Reid, and Kieran Hayler. Other past engagements include Warren Furman, Scott Sullivan, Leandro Penna, Kris Boyson, and Carl Woods, though none of those relationships culminated in marriage.
The announcement coincidentally landed on the same day her ex-husband, Peter Andre, released a new single. Meanwhile, Price's trip to Dubai with her new fiancé continues amid her ongoing, well-publicised financial difficulties, following her bankruptcy declaration in 2024.
