Coleen Nolan Breaks Silence on 'Cruel Bully' Allegations
Television presenter Coleen Nolan has issued a firm response to claims from her son's former partner that she behaved as a 'cruel bully' and was unwilling to visit her granddaughter. The Loose Women star finds herself at the centre of a heated family dispute following explosive accusations made by Emma Kivell, the ex-girlfriend of Nolan's son Shane.
Explosive Claims from Son's Ex-Girlfriend
Emma Kivell, who shares a daughter named Amelia-Rose with Shane Nolan, has publicly alleged that Coleen Nolan's behaviour turned hostile over time. According to Kivell, the television personality would call her 'every name under the sun' including derogatory terms like 'jealous b***h'. She further claimed that Nolan's conduct contributed significantly to her experiencing a mental health breakdown.
The situation reportedly deteriorated to the point where Coleen Nolan allegedly stopped seeing her granddaughter for a period because she was not willing to visit Kivell's home. This development occurred despite Nolan having been present at Amelia-Rose's birth in 2016 and initially appearing supportive of the arrangement between Shane and Emma.
Official Response from Nolan's Representatives
A spokesperson for Coleen Nolan has provided an exclusive statement vehemently disputing all allegations. "Our client strongly disputes the allegations, which are inaccurate and misleading," the representative declared. They emphasized that the claims are "presented without the necessary context and arise from a contested private family matter."
The statement continued with a stern warning about media coverage of such personal disputes: "It is inappropriate to report on such matters, particularly where doing so risks involving a child." This response marks Nolan's first public addressing of the allegations that have circulated in recent months.
Background of the Family Dispute
Emma Kivell and Shane Nolan first met through mutual friends in 2015 and welcomed their daughter the following year. Although they were not in a formal relationship at the time, Shane had reportedly committed to supporting Emma as a single mother following their child's birth.
The current allegations follow months of escalating tension within the family. Just a few months prior to these latest claims, Emma Kivell had launched a furious attack on what she described as Coleen Nolan's 'toxicity and pettiness' as the family feud continued to simmer.
Previous reports suggested that Coleen Nolan had been unable to see her granddaughter for nearly seven years, though specific details surrounding this claim remain unclear. In September, Shane Nolan took to social media to address aspects of the situation, insisting he had been consistently paying child maintenance and even increased his contributions after pandemic-related difficulties.
"I would never not pay," Shane declared to his followers. "We miss her and can't wait for one day for her to be in our lives." This statement highlighted the complex emotional landscape of a dispute that continues to unfold in both private and public spheres.
