The reported end of footballer Scott Sinclair's relationship with his 'grounded' girlfriend has triggered a dramatic personal fallout, culminating in what sources describe as a 'nuclear' feud with his ex-partner, actress Helen Flanagan.
A Public Explosion Over a Missed Nativity
The simmering tension erupted publicly this week when Helen Flanagan launched a furious social media attack on Sinclair. The former Coronation Street star re-shared his Instagram posts from a trip to the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, raging: 'You really are a piece of s***. How dare you not turn up to Charlie's nativity.'
Sinclair, 35, had been enjoying the Formula 1 event while his four-year-old son, Charlie, was performing in his school play. Helen later posted a sweet photo cuddling Charlie, captioning it: 'Loved Charlie's nativity. My star, my heartbeat.'
The 'Hot Boy Winter' and a Relationship Breakdown
Insiders claim the root of the current conflict stems from Sinclair's recent split from girlfriend Lauren Davies, 32. The pair's relationship began in September last year after they were introduced by family friends, and they were photographed holding hands at the Prada Caffé in Harrods.
Lauren, who works with children with ADHD and is from Bath, was seen as a stabilising influence. However, it is thought they decided they were better off as friends at the start of this year.
Since the reported breakup, sources say Sinclair has embraced a 'Hot Boy Winter' phase, prioritising international party-hopping and high-profile events like the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. An insider stated: 'Ever since Scott became single again things started to go downhill.'
Blocked Communications and a Christmas Blow
The situation has deteriorated to the point where Helen has reportedly blocked Scott on social media, with communication now only occurring through relatives. To compound her frustration, this year is reportedly Scott's turn to have their three children for Christmas, a fact that has left Helen furious given his recent absence.
'Helen's livid with Scott's behaviour. He's thinking about himself, not his children,' a source said. Another added that since splitting from Lauren, Scott 'hasn't been present' in his children's lives and is 'constantly showing off his wealth' online.
Helen, who is currently working full-time in a pantomime in Liverpool, has been balancing her career with solo parenting. She was spotted looking stony-faced heading to a performance just hours after her online outburst.
The former couple, who split in 2022 after 13 years together, share three children: daughters Matilda, ten, and Delilah, seven, and son Charlie, four. It is understood Helen initially liked Lauren and valued everyone getting along, but the dynamic has now completely shattered.
The feud coincides with reports that Helen Flanagan has signed up for Celebrity Ex On The Beach, where she is said to intend to 'cause fireworks'. Representatives for both Helen Flanagan and Scott Sinclair have been contacted for comment.
