The family of former glamour model Katie Price were reportedly left stunned and deeply concerned after learning about her surprise engagement to entrepreneur Lee Andrews through social media posts. This development comes just weeks after her highly publicised split from reality television star JJ Slater, adding another dramatic chapter to her tumultuous personal life.
Social Media Revelation Sparks Family Alarm
According to sources close to the situation, Price's relatives discovered the engagement news on Instagram, where the 46-year-old celebrity had shared images of her new fiancé and a substantial diamond ring. The announcement is said to have delivered a massive shock to family members, who had not been informed privately beforehand and have yet to meet Andrews in person.
A source quoted by The Sun revealed the family's reaction, stating: 'The family found out about the engagement on Instagram – they were stunned. Katie’s family are so worried as it’s all happening so fast. They were upset when she split with JJ and now they haven’t even met this new man and she’s engaged.'
Dubai Holiday Marks Rapid Relationship Progression
The engagement announcement followed Price's departure for a lavish holiday in Dubai with Andrews on Wednesday, despite her ongoing financial difficulties that led to a bankruptcy declaration earlier in 2024. The holiday apparently began with this romantic proposal, marking what would be Price's ninth engagement throughout her public life.
This rapid development in her personal circumstances has raised eyebrows among both family members and observers, particularly given the timing relative to her previous relationship. Price had only recently ended her romance with MAFS UK star JJ Slater, with whom she had been dating since February 2024 after his rise to fame on the E4 programme.
Previous Relationship Breakdown Revealed
Sources indicate that Price's relationship with Slater had shown increasingly obvious cracks in recent months, despite her public assertions that the partnership remained strong. The former glamour model had reportedly entertained thoughts of having a sixth child with Slater, but ultimately concluded that he was not suitable husband material.
A source previously told the Daily Mail: 'Katie has had doubts for some time about whether JJ is husband material, but she hoped those concerns would fade. Instead, her fears only grew, and she's now accepted the relationship will not end with her walking down the aisle for a fourth time.'
Ex-Partner's Reaction and Family Concerns
The engagement news reportedly came as a complete shock to Slater as well, who is currently in Miami with his family and has been described as 'healing his broken heart' following the split. According to sources, Slater had genuinely envisioned a future with Price and was left disappointed by the relationship's conclusion, subsequently returning to his home in Essex.
Price's family members are said to be particularly worried about the accelerated pace of this new relationship, especially considering they have not yet had the opportunity to meet Andrews. Their concerns are compounded by the emotional impact of her recent separation from Slater, creating a complex emotional landscape for those close to the celebrity.
Cryptic Social Media Posts Preceded Announcement
Prior to the engagement revelation, Price had shared a series of cryptic posts on her Instagram Story addressing themes of soulmates and relationships. These included poetic reflections about meeting the 'right person' and recognising divine signs when encountering one's destined partner.
One particularly notable post quoted her mother's advice: 'My mum always says when you meet the male version of yourself is when you meet the love of your life.' These social media musings now appear to have foreshadowed the dramatic engagement announcement that would soon follow.
The Daily Mail has contacted representatives for both Katie Price and JJ Slater for comment regarding these latest developments in her personal life, though no official statements have been released at this time.
