Love Island's Molly-Mae Hague breaks her silence following shock split from boxer fiancé Tommy Fury after five years together
Love Island UK star Molly-Mae Hague has broken her silence online with a poignant Instagram post following her shock split from her boxer fiancé Tommy Fury.
The world was left stunned when the duo called it quits earlier this month after five years together – and one after the arrival of their daughter Bambi – with the reason behind it shrouded in mystery.
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On Wednesday, Molly-Mae took to social media to share a contemplative photo of herself starting out onto a lake with the caption: "Thank you for being the best online friends I could've ever wished for."
Fellow Love Island stars were quick to comment, with best pal Maura Higgins writing: "LOVE AND ADORE YOU."
Molly-Mae Hague broke her silence with this poignant photo. Instagram
Jessie Wynter added: "We love you Molly ❤️❤️," while fans wrote: "THERE SHE IS 🖤 We have missed you!" and We've got you ❤️."
Molly-Mae and Tommy first met on Love Island UK in 2019. In January 2023, they welcomed their daughter Bambi, one, and they got engaged in July 2023.
In a heartfelt Instagram story, Molly-Mae stunned fans everywhere as she wrote: "Never in a million years did I think I'd ever have to write this. After five years of being together I never imagined our story would end, especially not this way.
The couple announced their engagement in July 2023. Instagram
"I am extremely upset to announce that mine and Tommy's relationship has come to an end.
"I will forever be grateful for the most important thing to me now and always, my beautiful daughter. Without us, there would be no her, she will always be my priority."
Molly-Mae went on to thank her fans for their support over the past five years, acknowledging their role in her journey.
"You have all been a part of our journey and I feel it's right to share this with you all," she continued.
"Whilst I attempt to navigate the coming days and weeks please kindly respect my privacy over this difficult time, I'll be back when it feels right. Molly-Mae x."
The couple welcomed their daughter Bambi in January 2023. Nine
Molly-Mae didn't specify what led to her relationship breakdown, but Tommy's spokesperson later denied there was any infidelity.
Professional boxer Tommy, who is the brother of Tyson Fury, later confirmed the break-up in an individual statement shared to his Instagram story.
"I am heartbroken to share that Molly and I have decided to end our relationship," Tommy wrote.
"The past five years have led to us having our beautiful baby girl, Bambi and I will be forever thankful to Molly for making me a dad. Bambi is our priority.
"Please respect out privacy, and our families' privacy, as we navigate our way through this difficult time."
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Molly-Mae and Tommy shared the news in separate statements. Instagram
They were last pictured together while attending the wedding of Molly-Mae's sister Zoe in July.
Their split comes after months of speculation that the pair had gone their separate ways, but the news has come as a shock to many who have followed their relationship from the start.
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