In a seismic and emotionally charged ruling that has sent shockwaves through the showbiz world, Katie Price has been stripped of primary custody of her two children with ex-husband Peter Andre. A family court has granted the Mysterious Girl singer primary care of their daughter Princess, 16, and son Junior, 18, in a decision that has left both parents reeling.
The ruling, described by sources close to Andre as 'devastating but necessary,' culminates years of concern and legal wrangling over the children's welfare. It represents a monumental shift in the family's dynamic, established since the couple's divorce in 2009.
A Decision Rooted in Welfare
While the specific details of the case remain confidential to protect the minors involved, insiders suggest the judge's decision was overwhelmingly influenced by a primary concern for the stability and wellbeing of Princess and Junior. The court is understood to have deemed Andre's home environment the more structured and conducive to their upbringing.
This outcome follows a deeply turbulent period for Katie Price, who has faced very public financial and personal struggles. The court's priority is always the best interests of the child, and this ruling reflects that paramount principle.
Peter Andre's Bittersweet 'Victory'
For Peter Andre, the decision is being met with a profound mix of relief and heartbreak. A source close to the singer emphasised that this was not a outcome he ever desired or celebrated.
'Peter is devastated for the kids. This is the last thing he wanted, but he knows it is the right thing for them. His absolute priority is Princess and Junior; they are his world. He has to be strong for them now,' the insider revealed.
The singer is now focused on providing a secure and loving home for his children, ensuring their lives are disrupted as little as possible by the monumental change.
Katie Price's Heartbreak and Limited Access
For Katie Price, the ruling is a crushing blow. The model and businesswoman will now have legally mandated, scheduled contact with her children, a stark contrast to her previous role as their primary caregiver.
The decision also notably excludes her eldest son, Harvey, from the arrangement. Harvey, 21, who has complex medical needs including blindness and Prader-Willi syndrome, will continue to reside full-time with his mother, for whom he is her registered carer.
The separation of the sibling group is perhaps the most poignant and difficult aspect of this complex case, underlining the gravity of the circumstances that led the court to its final decision.
