Olivia Attwood has revealed she spent her first Valentine's Day alone since she was just 14 years old, marking a poignant moment following her recent separation from husband Bradley Dack. The revelation came just a day after she was seen departing a glamorous party with close friend Pete Wicks, fueling further speculation about her personal life.
Emotional Statement Confirms Separation
The 34-year-old television host, best known for Filthy Rich, confirmed her split from the 32-year-old footballer in an emotional statement earlier this month. Reports have since emerged suggesting their three-year marriage ended after Dack 'crossed a line' and 'breached her trust', though specific details remain private.
A Solo Shopping Spree on Valentine's Day
Choosing to focus on self-care, Olivia devoted the lovers' celebration to some much-needed 'me-time', indulging in a shopping spree. She took to her Instagram stories on Saturday, sharing a glimpse of a lavish clothing shop corner with the caption: 'Happy Valentine's Day my cherubs I love you all so much x'. In a candid follow-up, she added: 'My first Valentines without a boyfriend since I was like 14 years old lol so I took myself shopping obvs.'
This personal milestone followed a high-profile appearance just hours earlier. Olivia was spotted leaving her Garnier brand launch event in London during the early hours of Friday morning, accompanied by pal Pete Wicks, 37. Notably, she was out without her wedding ring, while her estranged husband was seen wearing his gold band as he headed to training with Gillingham FC in Kent, appearing downcast in a grey tracksuit.
Recent Sightings and Past Controversies
Following the bash at The Newman Hotel, where Olivia was unveiled as the new face of Garnier, she departed with Pete and a group of friends. Photos captured the pair chatting on the pavement, with Pete puffing on a cigarette. This outing echoes past controversies; last August, Olivia raised eyebrows when photos from a trip to Ibiza showed Pete with his hand on her thigh as they relaxed on a yacht.
At the time, Olivia admitted she understood why the images might have upset her husband, confessing her marriage was a 'work in progress'. Now, addressing the split more directly, she shared on social media: 'I cry myself to sleep, then business as normal when the alarm goes off at 5am and it has been like that for a long time.'
Moving Forward with Vulnerability
In a heartfelt reflection, Olivia expressed the challenges of navigating such personal changes publicly. She wrote: 'I never expected to be moving into this apartment alone. And I'm in over my depth for sure.' Emphasizing a forward-looking perspective, she added: 'I want to be happy. I want Brad to be happy. Just one day at a time. For both of us. & anyone else who needs to read this.'
As Olivia resumes her normal routine, fans continue to show support, with the star acknowledging: 'Ps thank you, I feel your love immensely.' The situation highlights the complexities of celebrity relationships under public scrutiny, with both parties now focusing on their individual paths ahead.
