Olivia Attwood has openly criticised her own engagement to footballer Bradley Dack, labelling the romantic moment as 'vomit inducing' because of its stereotypical beach setting in Dubai. The television personality, aged thirty-four, made these candid remarks during a recent podcast episode, just weeks after publicly announcing the end of their nearly three-year marriage in January.
Awkward Proposal Discussion Amid Marriage Breakdown
During a conversation on her podcast, Olivia's House, with guest Amy Jackson, Olivia was unexpectedly asked about her proposal experience. She appeared willing to discuss the topic but admitted that her perspective has drastically changed since the couple's separation. Olivia revealed that the proposal occurred on a Dubai beach, a location she now finds overly cliche and unappealing.
'If I See One More Burj Al Arab Engagement, I'll Vomit'
Olivia elaborated on her feelings, stating, 'Don't judge me, I think we were one of the first couples on my Instagram to do Dubai on the beach. Now if someone did Dubai on the beach I'd say no, because it's just... if I see one more Burj Al Arab engagement, I'll vomit.' She acknowledged that at the time, she enjoyed the surprise and the celebration, but emphasised that her current view is markedly different.
Meanwhile, Amy Jackson shared her own proposal story, admitting she discovered her now-husband Ed Westwick's plans when she spotted a message from a diamond dealer on his phone. Amy described the anticipation and constant nail appointments that followed, culminating in a proposal in Switzerland. She also confessed to feeling jealous of her husband's romantic roles, humorously calling herself a 'jealous cow'.
Infidelity Allegations and Emotional Turmoil
The discussion of proposals comes against a backdrop of serious marital issues. Olivia has recently hinted at infidelity within her marriage, urging women to come forward with their experiences via social media. She shared an emotional post, writing, 'And reading "hey girly" texts on my break, gals come to the front today please and then I'm moving on with my life ty x', alongside a tearful selfie.
Sources indicate that the split was triggered by Bradley's alleged cheating, with Olivia reportedly finding evidence on his phone. A friend revealed, 'She was trying to respect their ten-year relationship by staying quiet but her friends are bemused as to how Bradley is the one who caused all this, and Liv was still trying to protect him.'
Bradley's Reunion and Olivia's New Romance
Following the separation, Bradley Dack has reportedly rekindled his relationship with ex-girlfriend Emily Rose Moloney, who expressed having 'the best week of my life' on social media. Concurrently, Olivia has been seen locking lips with close friend Pete Wicks at a London bar, with sources confirming their romance began after her split from Bradley.
Bradley is said to be 'livid and embarrassed' by Olivia's public move, dashing his hopes for reconciliation. An insider stated, 'Bradley was hopeful for a reunion with Olivia but after this, he's just livid and will take her to the cleaners.'
Reflections on a Decade-Long Relationship
Olivia and Bradley announced their engagement in October 2019, after four years of an on-off relationship. She shared joyful Instagram snaps from Dubai, flashing a pear-shaped diamond ring. However, the couple's decade-long relationship has been marred by rumours of infidelity, ultimately leading to their separation.
In a heartfelt social media post, Olivia expressed her struggle, writing, 'I cry myself to sleep, then business as normal when the alarm goes off at 5am and it has been like that for a long time.' She added a message of hope, saying, 'I want to be happy. I want Brad to be happy. Just one day at a time.'
The situation remains complex, with both parties navigating new relationships while dealing with the fallout of their marriage. Olivia continues to share cryptic posts, including a Sex and the City monologue about life's transitions, as she attempts to move forward.
