GASPS of horror echoed around our desks as Molly Mae revealed she had split from Tommy.
The break up, after five years, was completely unexpected.
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In recent months, the pair had faced rumours he had a roving eye after he was spotted partying with women - all while Molly-Mae was at home holding their baby.
Her statement smacks of something that has yet to come to light.
Although she’s written it with a clever PR eye watching over it, Molly’s devastation spills out in every word.
As I type, my WhatsApp groups are flashing up with texts about how this seemingly rock solid couple have crumbled into nothing.
Just three weeks ago, Molly posted a video of the moment Tommy proposed – after he pulled an elaborate stunt which ended up with him getting down on one knee.
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The pair’s relationship, complete with Love Island fan-favourite Ellie Bellie and, later, the arrival of their daughter Bambi, appeared to outsiders to be picture perfect.
Molly has built her brand around her wholesome family life with Tommy.
Cosy photographs are carefully curated for her Instagram grid, with her 7.9million followers poring over her every word as they attempt to emulate her life.
In truth, Molly is one of the only Love Islanders I, along with a number of my friends, follow on social media for her girl next door vibe and stylish fashion picks.
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Celebrity breakups are often ten a penny, but there is something shocking about the ending of what, on the surface, appeared to be such a happy relationship.
Earlier this year, at Soccer Aid, Tommy was cagey when asked about their upcoming wedding plans by one of my colleagues.
It wasn’t altogether too strange, as most blokes aren’t overly keen to chat about their missus when they're with their mates playing football.
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But it was a definite gear change from the Tommy many of us have interviewed over the years, as he was always so gushing about his bride-to-be.
Thousands of Molly-Mae’s fans, and no doubt a number of Instagram and Tattle Life sleuths, will now be combing the internet and social media for clues.
And given the number of calls coming into our desk, I have no doubt that the real reason Molly-Mae ended things with Tommy will come to light in the next few hours.
As a genuine fan and follower, I really hope she is being supported by the people who love her most.
Break ups suck at the best of times. But when you’re in the public eye, and you choose to announce your split so suddenly – and clearly without mutual consent – they are a hell of a lot harder.
Molly-Mae and Tommy's relationship timeline
From Love Island to a diamond ring and baby - we look at how Molly and Tommy have got to where they are today.
June 2019: Molly and Tommy first meet on Love Island.
July 2019: Tommy makes things official by asking Molly to be his girlfriend.
July 2019: Molly and Tommy finish Love Island in second place.
September 2019: The couple move in to a three-bedroom apartment in Manchester.
December 2019: Molly supports Tommy at his first boxing match since leaving the villa.
May 2020: Molly and Tommy both turn 21 and pull out all the stops with dozens of balloons and lavish cakes to mark each other's milestone days.
June 2020: The loved-up couple move to a new apartment just outside of Manchester city centre.
October 2021: Molly and Tommy fall victim to burglars. Their rented flat is targeted by professional thieves while they are away and they lose £800,000 worth of possessions.
March 2022: They buy their first 'dream home' together. Molly and Tommy warn they will only 'share snippets' of their pad following the burglary.
September 2022: Molly and Tommy announce they are expecting their first baby together. Alongside a sweet video, Molly says: 'I can’t wait for the adventures that we haven’t even dreamed of yet.'
October 2022: It's a girl! The couple confirm they are having a daughter.
January 2023: Molly gives birth to baby Bambi on January 23rd.
July 2023: Tommy whisks Molly and Bambi on a family holiday to Ibiza. The couple get engaged after Tommy pops the question on a cliff top.
September 2023: At Home With The Furys drops on Netflix. The couple feature in Tommy's cousin Tyson's reality show. Tommy and Molly come to blows over their parenting plans.
November 2023: Tommy is caught on camera partying topless with Chris Brown and unknown women in Abu Dhabi. Molly removes her engagement ring.
December 2023: Molly admits she's 'been through it' but puts her engagement ring back on.
January 2024: Bambi turns one. Molly and Tommy celebrate with a lavish party at home.
March 2024: Bambi goes on her first skiing holiday to France with her parents.
April 2024: Molly and Tommy treat Bambi to a family holiday in Disneyland Paris.
