Kerry Katona has offered her unfiltered reaction to close friend Katie Price's recent nuptials, describing the television personality's fourth marriage as "absolutely bonkers." The former glamour model, 47, tied the knot with businessman Lee Andrews, 43, in an intimate Dubai ceremony last month, merely days after accepting his proposal.
Kerry's Candid Commentary
In her latest column for new! magazine, Katona expressed unwavering support for her friend while simultaneously questioning the swiftness of the union. "As Katie's friend I absolutely love and support her no matter what she does - but she's absolutely bonkers," Kerry wrote. She elaborated, "Kate just wants to be loved. But, for me personally, I wouldn't have got married. When I do get proposed to I want to make sure it's forever."
A History of Turbulent Romances
Both women possess complex romantic histories marked by multiple high-profile relationships. Katona herself has been married three times: first to Westlife singer Brian McFadden from 2002 to 2006, then to taxi driver Mark Croft from 2007 to 2011, and finally to George Kay from 2014 until their separation in 2017. Kay tragically died from a drug overdose in 2019. Despite these parallels, Kerry remains one of the few individuals Katie genuinely trusts, a bond strengthened through shared experiences of motherhood and public scrutiny.
Doubts and Revelations Surface
The wedding celebration has been swiftly overshadowed by mounting concerns about the groom's background. Lee Andrews, who presented himself as a multimillionaire entrepreneur with connections to figures like Elon Musk, now faces serious allegations. These include accusations of:
- Using artificial intelligence to fabricate aspects of his persona
- Previously working as an escort
- Maintaining a complex and questionable history with numerous women
Friends close to Katie's wider family have indicated that the mother-of-five is "beginning to be convinced" Lee may not be the man she believed, though her stubborn nature prevents her from openly admitting this. Reports suggest she has been inundated with direct messages from his former partners, pleading with her to end the relationship and sharing detailed accounts of his past behaviour.
Identical Proposals and Ex-Partner Warnings
Further scrutiny reveals that Lee's proposal to Katie was strikingly similar to his engagement with ex-girlfriend Alana Percival just four months prior. Both occurred at the exact same location in Dubai's Burj Al Arab hotel with identical floral arrangements. Alana has since publicly denounced Lee on social media, branding him a "lying swindler" and urging Katie to "run for the hills." She claims to possess concrete proof of his deceptive practices.
Another former associate, Crystal Janke, alleges Lee convinced her to invest £123,000 in his business with promises of substantial returns, money she now fears was used to fund lavish gifts for Alana during their concurrent relationship. Crystal has reported the matter to authorities, expressing regret over being "so convincingly" misled.
Lee Andrews Responds to Allegations
When confronted by the Daily Mail, Lee Andrews dismissed the claims from his former partners. Regarding Alana Percival, he stated, "I gave her a lavish lifestyle. I invested in her real estate business. I have to dismiss all her claims." He flatly denied ever meeting Crystal Janke or receiving any investment from her, calling the allegation baseless. Andrews also addressed questions about a heart condition, asserting he has never used it manipulatively.
Despite these controversies, Lee maintains his commitment to Katie, though his planned return to the UK to reunite with her was delayed, citing last-minute property searches in the UAE. Katie has since returned to England alone to be with her children, while the future of this rapid marriage remains uncertain amidst the swirling allegations and concerned warnings from those who claim to know the groom's true character.
