In a startling revelation, Katie Price's children, Princess and Junior Andre, have disclosed that they discovered their mother's engagement to businessman Lee Andrews through a family WhatsApp group chat. The siblings described the news as shocking and admitted they have yet to meet their mother's new husband, branding the whirlwind relationship as 'weird'.
Surprise Announcement Via Text Message
The former glamour model, aged 47, surprised fans last month when she married Andrews, 43, in Dubai after a whirlwind romance that reportedly lasted just one week. Now, her children have shared that they learned of the engagement not in person, but through a digital message. Princess, 18, recounted her reaction to the group chat announcement, saying she responded with 'OMG' and noted her mother's impulsiveness was 'on a whole other level'. She added that she knows little about Lee beyond the fact he proposed after only one week of knowing Katie.
Children's Reactions to the News
Junior, 20, expressed similar astonishment, stating he was 'so confused' and called it a 'bombshell'. He emphasized that while the engagement is surprising and he has never met Lee, his mother remains a 'great mum' and is 'not a bad person'. Junior stressed that his primary concern is ensuring Katie is treated with respect by her new husband. Both siblings appeared on This Morning last month, where they discussed their mother's marriage, reiterating that their happiness depends on hers.
Background on the Whirlwind Romance
Katie Price's engagement came just days after her breakup from reality star JJ Slater, 32, and was quickly followed by a marriage ceremony in Dubai. Official records indicate the couple legally registered their marriage on February 17. Despite the rapid developments, Princess confirmed she has not met Lee, and Junior echoed that the family is supportive as long as Katie is happy.
Family Dynamics and Reality Show
The siblings also touched on their parents' relationship, revealing that Katie and their father, Peter Andre, have called a truce on their 16-year feud. This reconciliation is partly attributed to their children's influence. Princess and Junior are promoting the second series of their reality show, The Princess Diaries, which features appearances from Katie, Peter, and his wife Emily. They expressed hope for improved family relations by season three.
Recent Controversies and Claims
Adding to the drama, Katie recently claimed she is 'having a child' with Lee in a fiery Instagram post directed at his ex-partner, Alana Percival. This follows allegations from Percival about Lee's behavior. Katie's post asserted her commitment to building a life with Lee, though it has sparked further public interest and speculation.
The revelations from Princess and Junior highlight the complexities of celebrity family life, where personal milestones can become public spectacles, often communicated through modern digital means rather than intimate conversations.
