In a move that has sparked widespread speculation among fans, Katie Price's former boyfriend JJ Slater has posted a cryptic message about "recovery" on social media. This comes in the wake of their dramatic split at the beginning of the year and Price's subsequent swift marriage to Dubai-based businessman Lee Andrews.
The Sudden Split and Swift Remarriage
The glamour model and reality television star Katie Price, aged 47, ended her relationship with Married At First Sight contestant JJ Slater, 33, in January 2026 after nearly two years together. The breakup was described as abrupt and unexpected by Slater himself. In a surprising turn of events, Price almost immediately entered into what appeared to be a marriage ceremony with Lee Andrews, 43, in Dubai, leaving family, friends, and fans astonished.
JJ Slater's Cryptic Social Media Activity
Over the weekend, JJ Slater drew attention by sharing a photograph of himself relaxing in a hot tub in Miami, Florida. The reality star, wearing bright orange shorts, captioned the image simply with the word "Recovery." This has led many followers to question whether the post is a veiled reference to his emotional state following the painful end of his romance with Katie Price.
In an interview with The Sun last month, Slater opened up about the breakup, revealing that it occurred during a casual evening at home. "We were just sitting on the sofa watching TV. Everything seemed good, to be honest," he explained. "Then it was probably three or four days into the new year that the conversation kind of just happened where all of a sudden Kate said that she doesn't love me or is not in love with me anymore."
Confusion Surrounding Katie Price's Marriage
Since exchanging vows with Lee Andrews, Katie Price has been primarily focused on family life in the United Kingdom with her five children, while Andrews has remained in the Middle East. The couple reunited this weekend, but questions persist about the legal validity of their Dubai ceremony. Reports suggest that the nuptials may not be legally binding, and Price's family was reportedly blindsided by the news.
Celebrant Darryl Rees, who presided over the ceremony, provided insight into the last-minute wedding plans. He described the couple as "giggling, hugging each other, holding each other's hand, laughing" during their initial meeting. Rees noted that the service was personalized around their shared concept of "manifesting this day and moment," including matching 111 tattoos. The ceremony was witnessed by three hotel staff and two guests the couple reportedly met by the pool.
JJ Slater's Heartbreak and Future Hopes
JJ Slater expressed his devastation over the split, stating that he had envisioned a future with Katie Price. "In my head I'm 33. I wouldn't be in a relationship at this age with someone if I didn't see the end goal being married and kids," he confessed. "So that was definitely something in my head that I wanted. But I guess it was what happens in a relationship in life: finding the right time to talk about things when there's always so much going on."
The reality star's cryptic "Recovery" post suggests he is in the process of healing from the breakup, even as Katie Price and Lee Andrews continue to share loved-up images on social media. Fans remain divided over the authenticity and longevity of Price's new relationship, while Slater's message hints at a personal journey toward emotional restoration.
