In a dramatic turn of events following their recent split, actress Helen Flanagan has delivered what appears to be a thinly-veiled dig at her footballer ex-partner Scott Sinclair. The former Coronation Street star's social media activity has sent shockwaves through the celebrity world just as Sinclair was spotted drowning his sorrows.
The Cryptic Message That Said It All
Flanagan, best known for playing Rosie Webster in the iconic ITV soap, took to her Instagram stories with a message that left little to the imagination. "When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time," she wrote, alongside a telling caption about "knowing your worth."
The timing couldn't have been more pointed. Mere hours before her post, Sinclair was photographed looking downcast while out in Cheshire, seemingly trying to lift his spirits following the couple's separation.
A Relationship Unravelled
The former couple, who share three children together, had been together for thirteen years before calling time on their relationship earlier this summer. Sources close to the pair suggest the split has been anything but amicable.
"Helen has been through an emotional rollercoaster since the breakup," an insider revealed. "She's focusing on her children and rebuilding her life, but clearly there's still some raw feelings there."
Social Media Warfare
This isn't the first time Flanagan has used social media to express her post-breakup sentiments. The 33-year-old actress has been increasingly vocal about moving on and prioritising her wellbeing since the separation.
Meanwhile, Sinclair has maintained a relatively low profile, with his recent public appearance marking one of his first outings since the split became public knowledge. The Bristol Rovers footballer looked solemn during his solo outing, a stark contrast to his usual cheerful demeanour.
What's Next for the Former Couple?
With three young children between them, co-parenting arrangements will undoubtedly be at the forefront of both their minds. However, Flanagan's latest social media activity suggests that healing old wounds might take longer than anticipated.
As fans and followers speculate about what prompted the cryptic message, one thing remains clear: this celebrity breakup still has plenty of chapters left to write.
