Former Love Island star Shaughna Phillips has shared jaw-dropping new details about the moment she discovered her ex-boyfriend had fathered a secret love child during their relationship.
The reality TV personality, who shot to fame on the 2020 winter series of the hit ITV show, revealed the shocking betrayal in a candid interview, describing how she stumbled upon the life-changing information.
The Heartbreaking Discovery
"I found out in the worst possible way," Phillips confessed. "There were little signs that something wasn't right, but nothing could have prepared me for this."
The 29-year-old explained how she pieced together clues before confronting her former partner about the child he'd kept hidden throughout their romance.
Emotional Fallout
Phillips described the aftermath as "utterly devastating," admitting she struggled to come to terms with the betrayal. "You build this future with someone in your head, and then it all comes crashing down in the most brutal way," she said.
The London-born star revealed she's since undergone therapy to process the trauma and rebuild her confidence.
Moving Forward
Despite the painful experience, Phillips remains optimistic about love. "This hasn't put me off relationships," she insisted. "If anything, it's made me more certain about what I will and won't accept."
The media personality also shared how the ordeal has changed her perspective on trust and communication in relationships.
Phillips rose to fame on Love Island's first winter series, where her straight-talking personality and relatable dating struggles won her thousands of fans.
