Former TOWIE star Lauren Goodger, aged 39, made a striking appearance on her Instagram Stories this Tuesday, posing braless in a knitted co-ord set during a sun-soaked vacation with her ex-partner Charles Drury. The couple presented a united front in a mirror selfie, captured while on holiday with their four-year-old daughter Larose, as Lauren took the opportunity to clarify the current nature of their relationship.
Fashion and Family Moments
Lauren looked incredible in a black and white crochet two-piece, which consisted of a tie-front top and chic trousers. She revealed that the stylish co-ord was sourced from Asos, showcasing her fashion-forward choices even while on a relaxed family break. Meanwhile, Charles opted for a casual ensemble, wearing a blue top layered over a white long-sleeve shirt paired with navy shorts, complementing the holiday vibe.
Relationship Status Clarified
Last week, Lauren opened up about her relationship with Charles after sharing a sweet family snap of the trio all dressed in matching blue outfits. She explained that their interactions are primarily centred around their daughter, stating, 'Just for our daughter we do family holidays, making memories for her.' This clarification comes amidst a backdrop of past turbulence in their relationship.
Past Challenges and Recent Developments
Three years ago, Charles was accused of attacking Lauren on the day of their daughter Lorena's funeral. He was subsequently charged with assault and engaging in controlling or coercive behaviour towards Lauren, charges he has consistently denied. Lorena was born in July 2022 but tragically passed away just minutes after birth due to her umbilical cord being wrapped around her neck.
Despite these difficulties, Lauren and Charles seemed to be reconciling last year when they were pictured enjoying another family getaway with Larose. At that time, sources expressed concern among friends that Lauren might be 'planning a future' with her ex. However, earlier this year, Charles reportedly surprised acquaintances by joining a dating app, using his fame and mentioning his daughter Larose as his 'greatest strength' to attract women, while also directing users to his Instagram page with 73,000 followers.
Lauren's Personal Project
In a separate development last month, Lauren announced the release of a new book titled 'Mum Of Two', set to go on sale in July. The autobiography delves into the 'unimaginable' death of her daughter Lorena, with Lauren expressing a desire to help others by sharing her experiences of loss and grief. She shared on Instagram, 'I am writing Mum of Two as when the unimaginable happened, I couldn’t find a book that helped me during the most difficult times after losing my newborn baby.'
Lauren reflected on her daughters, noting that Larose is the light of her life, while Lorena remains a poignant memory, as she never had the chance to hear her laugh or cry. This heartfelt project underscores Lauren's journey through adversity and her commitment to finding courage and strength in the face of personal tragedy.
