Festive Cheer Amidst Professional Turmoil
Millie Mackintosh has declared herself 'on the nice list' this Christmas in a cheerful Instagram post, coming just days after revelations emerged about her decision to terminate both professional and personal ties with her long-term manager Donna Rooney. The 36-year-old Made In Chelsea star shared numerous family photographs on Sunday, showcasing her preparations for the festive season with husband Hugo Taylor, 39, and their two young daughters.
A Family Christmas Unveiled
The reality television personality turned wellness advocate looked radiant in a sparkling white co-ordinated outfit during what appeared to be her family's first Christmas party of the year. Further snapshots captured her daughters, five-year-old Sienna and four-year-old Aurelia, decorating the family tree together. In a more intimate moment, Millie shared a photograph of herself relaxing in a sauna while wearing a tiny bikini, showcasing her impressive physique.
Her extensive Instagram caption, titled 'Life lately, some highlights from the past few weeks', provided context for each image before concluding with the playful assertion: 'Promise I'm on the nice list'. This lighthearted declaration arrives during what insiders describe as a period of significant professional and personal transition for the television personality.
Professional Split Sends Shockwaves
Millie's choice to end her relationship with Donna Rooney has reportedly stunned their circle of mutual friends, who previously considered their bond 'water-tight'. Sources indicate the star grew increasingly determined to sever connections with her reality television origins, believing the association was hindering her career progression and preventing her from securing more credible opportunities.
The separation has left Donna, a friend of over ten years who holds the honoured position of godmother to Millie's children, 'deeply upset' according to those close to the situation. The professional rift has extended to social media, with Millie unfollowing Donna on Instagram. Friends familiar with the situation claim 'there is no way back' following what the agent allegedly described as a 'betrayal'.
New Representation and Career Ambitions
Millie has now signed with prominent talent agency YMU, which represents high-profile figures including Ant and Dec, Simon Cowell, Davina McCall, and Claudia Winkleman. The agency officially welcomed her as a client earlier this month. This strategic move signals her ambition to pivot towards television opportunities, enhance her brand presence, and ultimately distance herself from the 'reality star' label that has followed her career.
A source explained to the Daily Mail: 'Millie has become increasingly disenchanted with still being known as an 'ex Made In Chelsea star.' Whatever venture she dips her toes into, the label seems to follow her everywhere - and she's had enough.' The insider noted that despite the show establishing her public profile, she hasn't appeared on it for over ten years, making it feel like 'another life' to her.
The decision to part ways with Donna reportedly stemmed from Millie's belief that this change would benefit her career trajectory, despite their deep personal history that included holidays together and Donna treating Millie's children 'as if they were her own'. The professional separation represents a significant shift for both women, whose relationship extended far beyond business into deeply personal territory.
