Vanessa Feltz has revealed she has lost around two stone in weight following her split from ex-fiancé Ben Ofoedu, admitting she has been “too heartbroken to eat anything”. The 61-year-old broadcaster ended her relationship with Ben, 51, earlier this year after allegations of cheating emerged.
Speaking to Closer Magazine, Vanessa said she had not weighed herself but believed she had lost “about two stone”. She noted that some size 12 dresses she tried on were “much too big”, though she stopped short of claiming a specific size. “I’ve been too heartbroken to eat anything, and I don’t think that’s a very nice diet,” she said. “I’ve been on it before and it’s horrible. I wouldn’t wish it on anyone.”
The couple met in 2005 and became engaged in 2006. In February, Vanessa confirmed the split, stating: “I had thought it might take a bit longer before this came out… I am extremely sad and disappointed that my relationship with Ben is over.” She added: “Who knew I’d be single at 60? However, ladies, it’s onwards and upwards and I firmly believe that the best is yet to come.”
Vanessa, who presents a show on TalkTV and appears on This Morning, is set to feature in the new series of Celebs Go Dating on Channel 4. She described the experience as “a right laugh” and “full of adventure”, adding that she was “very, very pleased indeed” to have signed up.
