Chloe Madeley reveals how her parents Richard and Judy reacted to James Haskell split as she admits she ‘just sat and cried all day’
Chloe Madeley has revealed how her parents Richard and Judy reacted when she announced her five-year marriage to James Haskell had ended.
The fitness fanatic, 36, and former England rugby star, 38 – who share daughter Bodhi, 17 months – announced their split last October after five years of marriage.
Chloe said James had Bodhi on the day they released a statement confirming their split and she went to see her parents.
'I've been crying all day. They just gave me huge hugs and didn't leave my side,” the TV personality said OK! Magazine.
Chloe insisted that Richard, 67, and Judy, 75, had been 'incredible' about the split.
Chloe Madeley has revealed how her parents Richard and Judy reacted when she announced her five-year marriage to James Haskell had ended
The fitness fanatic and former England rugby star released a joint statement in October confirming their split
She continued, “My mom and dad's byline is, “As long as you're happy, we'll support you.” So they're fine.
'Everyone is very mature about it. No one is interested in any family drama. I am so grateful to have such parents. They are so kind, warm, generous, funny and intelligent. I really hit the jackpot.”
Chloe also emphasized that the split is “a very positive decision” and that she “just felt a lot lighter” since it happened.
Chloe and James were together for ten years and had been married since 2018 when they called it quits.
In the candid chat, Chloe also admitted that she would “love for Bodhi to have a brother or sister” but has no interest in dating at the moment as she comes to terms with the divorce, which she says came when their marriage was simply 'not good anymore'. five years.
The star said: “I would love for Bodhi to have a brother or sister… I really want more children. But I don't know what that would look like now.'
Following her interview, Chloe took to Instagram to celebrate the new year with one of her signature gym selfies and confessed she was ready to put hard times behind her.
The personal trainer shared a workout snap on Instagram on Monday with the slogan: 'New year, same me but better' to celebrate the new year.
Chloe and James share 17-month-old daughter Bodhi and make her happiness their priority
Chloe took to Instagram this week to celebrate the new year with one of her signature gym selfies and confessed she was ready to move on after her tough year
The couple released a joint statement in October after appearing in public without their wedding rings
Chloe and James first fueled speculation about their split after she stepped out without her wedding ring while partying with friends – shortly after James was pictured chatting to a mystery blonde outside a London nightclub.
In a joint update shared on Instagram, the former couple – who starred in their own ITV reality show Chloe Madeley: A Family Affair last year – announced in October: 'Chloe and I have mutually decided at the end of September 2023 to go together.
“We were not planning to release a statement at this time – especially while the television show was airing – but the continued speculation about our marriage has unfortunately forced our hand.”
She added: 'Other than this statement, we will not be speaking publicly about this matter and would request privacy at this time.
'Our sole focus now is on our beautiful daughter. We will continue to co-parent with nothing but love.”
James shared his own statement on Instagram, adding: 'It is with great sadness that I write this post, but unfortunately in the world we live in it has to be done.
“My priority is the happiness and safety of my daughter and Chloe. For that reason I will make no further comment.”