Coronation Street actress Helen Flanagan has publicly branded her former fiancé, footballer Scott Sinclair, a 'd**khead' in a recent interview, prompting what appears to be a subtle rebuttal from the athlete on social media. The former couple, who share three children named Matilda, Delilah, and Charlie, have experienced a tumultuous relationship since their split, with Flanagan now offering candid insights into their past struggles.
Flanagan's Blunt Criticism and Accusations
In a conversation with the Daily Mail this week, Helen Flanagan did not mince words when discussing her ex-partner. She stated plainly, 'He’s a d**khead, but I will always have love for him.' The actress elaborated further, revealing that she does not like him and believes the feeling is mutual, describing their post-breakup dynamic as 'hellish' and 'very challenging.'
Flanagan explained that they had a 'very bad relationship' during their time together and now communicate solely through her father. She cryptically hinted that there is 'so much worse' she could disclose about their past. Her criticisms extended to a specific incident where she accused Sinclair of failing to attend their son Charlie's nativity play, sharing pictures of him at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on her Instagram stories with the caption: 'You really are a piece of s***. How dare you not turn up to Charlie's nativity.'
Sinclair's Cryptic Social Media Response
While Scott Sinclair has not issued a direct public statement, observers have interpreted his latest social media activity as a pointed reply to Flanagan's remarks. He posted a video to his Instagram stories showing him playing football with their daughter Delilah, while Matilda and Charlie watch on. Over the clip, Sinclair wrote: 'When she strolls in like she's just won an award.'
The video was accompanied by Myles Smith's song 'My Home,' featuring lyrics that emphasise familial bonds: 'You'll always be my home, my heart. I'll be wherever you are. My home, my heart, I feel you with me when we're worlds apart. You'll always be my home.' This post, which strongly underscores his connection to their children, emerged just days after Flanagan's public criticism.
Flanagan's Mental Health Struggles Revealed
In her book, 'Head & Heart,' Helen Flanagan delves deeper into the emotional turmoil following their separation. She recounts suffering a severe mental health crisis, during which she became convinced that a neighbour was conspiring with Sinclair to have her killed. 'I'd got it into my head that one of my neighbours was trying to kill me,' she wrote. 'I'd concocted this ludicrous story that he was a drug smuggler, working with my ex-fiancé, the former Manchester City, Chelsea and Aston Villa footballer Scott Sinclair.'
The actress also described experiencing intrusive and violent thoughts, including one about throwing her baby daughter down the stairs. She characterised her mind as a 'battlefield,' noting that these thoughts were 'vivid and often violent. It was brutal and relentless. I loved [my daughter] so much that I ached, and that's what made the thoughts all the more unbearable.' Flanagan clarified that Sinclair was not the sole focus of these distressing ideations.
Ongoing Tensions and Public Scrutiny
The exchange highlights the ongoing tensions between the two celebrities, played out in the public eye. Flanagan's frank admissions and Sinclair's indirect response via social media have captivated public attention, shedding light on the complexities of co-parenting after a high-profile breakup. Representatives for Scott Sinclair were approached for comment regarding his recent post but have not provided a statement at this time.
This episode follows previous headlines involving Flanagan, including her discussions about a mental health crisis linked to Sinclair and her comments on other personal matters. As both individuals navigate their separate lives while sharing parenting responsibilities, their public interactions continue to draw significant interest from fans and media alike.
