Millie Mackintosh Emotionally Moved by Wuthering Heights After Separation
Former Made In Chelsea star Millie Mackintosh, 36, has disclosed that she spent the Valentine's weekend in tears while watching the cinematic adaptation of Wuthering Heights, coming shortly after her unexpected split from husband Hugo Taylor. The reality television personality took to Instagram on Tuesday evening to share a new reel where she discussed viewing the emotionally charged film.
Cinematic Experience Evokes Strong Emotions
Wuthering Heights, which premiered in cinemas over the weekend, features Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi portraying the tragic lovers Catherine and Heathcliff. In her video, Millie expressed, 'So I saw Wuthering Heights over the weekend, it was very spicy. The way Heathcliff loved her ah! Everyone in the cinema was just sobbing.'
She continued with a recommendation, stating, 'I would definitely recommend to go and see it. They had great chemistry and the costumes were so good.' Additionally, Millie endorsed the steamy hockey drama Heated Rivalry, mentioning she found it profoundly moving and that there was 'a lot of crying' during her viewing.
Alternative Valentine's Celebrations Post-Split
This revelation follows Millie's recent social media post about having an 'alternative' Valentine's Day after her separation from Hugo. On Friday, she shared a photograph of a London Underground whiteboard message titled 'Valentine's Day Alternatives,' which included suggestions such as Galentine's Day with female friends, Malentine's Day with male companions, and Palentine's Day with friends.
Other creative alternatives listed were Salentine's Day for shopping, Sailentine's Day for boating, and Tailentine's Day for spending time with pets. Millie is currently focusing on her female friendships following the split from Hugo earlier this month.
Separation Announcement and Co-Parenting Commitment
The couple, who share daughters Sienna, aged five, and Aurelia, aged four, publicly announced their separation on February 2, seven years after their wedding vows. Sources close to the pair confirm they remain dedicated to co-parenting their young children, maintaining them as their top priority while striving to preserve a loving family environment.
Millie and Hugo, who initially met as teenagers and first dated during their time on E4's Made In Chelsea, had been married since June 2018. A source informed the Daily Mail, 'Millie and Hugo are currently going through a separation and have sadly decided to split. They have known each other for many years, and in recent weeks, have had serious conversations about their future, ultimately deciding it's better for them both to part ways.'
The source added, 'Their main priority remains their children and family life, and separating is not something they ever hoped would happen. At present, they are considering what living apart might look like and how they plan to navigate co-parenting their young children. It's been an incredibly difficult start to the year, and one they hope to continue managing in private.'
Personal Reflections and New Beginnings
Last month, Millie travelled to India to participate in a wellness retreat designed to 'heal' the nervous system, while Hugo enjoyed a skiing holiday. During her retreat, the reality star, photographed without her wedding ring, shared several posts hinting at a new chapter in her life.
She posted a contemplative quote that read, 'You don't always have to know what comes next in your journey. Sometimes you just need to be where you are and know that it's okay to be there. There is so much beauty in accepting yourself, right here, in this moment. No matter what you are working towards, I hope you can always remember that finding peace in the present moment is just as important as the path ahead.'
In another Instagram story, Millie shared an empowering message: 'And then the moon said to me, dear girl, it's time to own your f***ing power.'
Relationship History and Family Life
Influencer Millie first encountered Hugo as a teenager, beginning their romantic relationship when she was 21, with both rising to prominence on the E4 reality series. In 2013, the heiress married rapper Professor Green, now 42, but the couple divorced in 2016, the same year she rekindled her relationship with Hugo.
The pair exchanged vows two years later and welcomed their first daughter, Sienna, in 2020, followed by Aurelia in 2021. Despite their current separation, both remain focused on their children's wellbeing and navigating this challenging period with discretion and care.
