Molly-Mae Hague has said that her breakup from her former fiancé Tommy Fury came as “a bit of a shock” since she had planned to marry him next September.
The couple, who met on the hit ITV dating show Love Island, announced that they had separated in individual messages on social media in August, leading to speculation about the reasons for their separation.
In her first interview since the breakup, Hague told British Vogue that she “didn’t want what happened to happen,” but she still has “a lot of love and respect” for the professional boxer.
The 25-year-old reality TV star and influencer said: “It was a bit of a shock, the circumstances… I didn’t want what happened to happen.”
She added that she wanted to marry Tommy “100%” and that “that would never have changed.”
Hague and Fury, who finished second in Love Island season five in 2019, got engaged in July 2023.
The couple welcomed their daughter Bambi in January 2023.
“People find me quite controversial”: Molly-Mae on motherhood and her “Princess Diana and Charles” level breakup
— British Vogue (@BritishVogue) November 15, 2024
She discussed their wedding plans and revealed: “I wanted to get married next September, and it’s very hard when that gets taken away in a way.”
However, the reality star admitted that she may have been planning her wedding for a big social media event rather than for herself.
She said: “Was I planning a big wedding because I wanted that picture of a big wedding and those beautiful photos and that moment that everyone would expect from us on social media? Probably.
“Would I be more confident now, after everything that has happened and learning even more about myself, to say, actually, that doesn’t even make me happy, screw the big Instagram moment, I’m going to do it this way? Definitely.
Fury posted his own Instagram story less than an hour later that said he was “heartbroken” to share the news, adding that Bambi was their “priority.”
He later described “false claims” surrounding the breakup as “awful” and “heartbreaking.”
After the split, Fury also said that he would love Hague “until the day I die.”
When speaking about the breakup, she told the magazine: “No one will ever really know what went down except for Tommy and me, and that’s how we want to keep it, for Bambi’s sake.
“I think he will talk about things eventually. I think when he’s ready, maybe more will be said. But I think it’s up to him to do it on his terms.”
She added: “It’s not like it’s gossip, it’s real life and it’s, you know, it’s a very deep situation. It’s really sad.”
The couple appeared in a 2023 Netflix documentary called At Home with the Furys which centered around boxer Tyson Fury and his family, with Tommy Fury as his half-brother.
Hague is set to appear in a three-hour Prime Video documentary about her life, which will be released next year.
Source: Press Association
What role does emotional maturity play in navigating relationships after a separation?
Interview Between Time.news Editor and Relationship Expert Dr. Emily Taylor
Time.news Editor: Welcome, Dr. Taylor! Today, we’re diving into a topic that has been buzzing across social media: Molly-Mae Hague’s recent breakup with Tommy Fury. Given your expertise in relationships and media psychology, what are your initial thoughts on this situation?
Dr. Taylor: Thank you for having me! Molly-Mae’s breakup is indeed compelling, especially considering how it intertwines personal emotions with societal expectations around romance and marriage. It’s quite telling that she expressed shock over the separation, particularly when they had public plans to marry next September. This indicates a dissonance between her personal desires and public persona.
Time.news Editor: You mentioned public persona. Molly-Mae spoke about wanting a big wedding—and the implication that it might have been more about social media than personal fulfillment. How does social media influence modern relationships, especially for influencers?
Dr. Taylor: Social media plays a significant role in shaping expectations around relationships. For influencers like Molly-Mae, there’s immense pressure to curate a perfect image. This can lead to situations where individuals focus on the aesthetic aspects of relationships—such as lavish weddings—over the emotional foundation. It raises the question of whether they are truly committing for themselves or for an audience.
Time.news Editor: That’s a fascinating point. In her interview, Molly-Mae also mentioned that she didn’t want “what happened to happen.” This sense of shock can be quite common in breakups, but why is that?
Dr. Taylor: Breakups often come as a surprise, especially when there are future plans involved. In Molly-Mae’s case, having a child together and discussing marriage creates a narrative that everything is on a positive trajectory. When such an anticipated future suddenly vanishes, it can be incredibly jarring. The emotional investment makes acceptance of the reality much harder.
Time.news Editor: She also mentioned having a lot of love and respect for Tommy despite the breakup. How does this relate to healthy relationship dynamics post-separation?
Dr. Taylor: Holding onto love and respect after a breakup is crucial for emotional health. It allows individuals to process the relationship’s end without harboring bitterness. It’s a mature stance that can foster amicable co-parenting, especially since they share a child. Emotional maturity can lead to healthier relationships in the future as well.
Time.news Editor: In light of this breakup, how can public figures balance their personal lives with their public personas without losing themselves along the way?
Dr. Taylor: It starts with setting boundaries between personal and public life. Public figures should strive for authenticity, sharing only what feels right, rather than what the audience expects. Engaging in self-reflection and prioritizing personal happiness over public image can mitigate the pressures and help maintain genuine relationships.
Time.news Editor: Thank you, Dr. Taylor! Your insights add depth to our understanding of modern relationships in the spotlight. It’s evident that navigating love today comes with its unique challenges, especially in the age of social media.
Dr. Taylor: Thank you for the opportunity! It’s always enlightening to discuss these dynamics. Breakups, whether in the public eye or private, can teach valuable lessons about love, respect, and authenticity.