Music icon Lulu was overcome with emotion during a candid and heart-wrenching appearance on ITV's Loose Women, where she detailed the profound grief of losing her husband, celebrity hairdresser John Frieda.
The 75-year-old singer, whose real name is Marie McDonald McLaughlin Lawrie, fought back tears as she described the final moments she shared with Frieda before his passing in 2023.
'I Love You': The Final Goodbye
Lulu revealed the painful yet beautiful memory of their last exchange. "I had to go to work," she explained, her voice trembling. "And I said to him, 'I love you.' And he said, 'I love you more.'"
She confessed to the panel that the memory is a source of both comfort and immense pain. "I can't believe I'm getting upset now," she said, pausing to compose herself. "But that's what happens. It just hits you."
A Love That Endured
Lulu and John Frieda were together for nearly three decades after meeting in 1986. They married in a private ceremony in 1993. The singer described their relationship as a deep and enduring partnership, making his loss from an undisclosed illness all the more devastating.
She spoke openly about the reality of grief, explaining that it is not a linear process. "You think you're doing okay, and then something will trigger it," Lulu shared with the sympathetic panel, which included Kaye Adams and Janet Street-Porter.
Finding Strength in Music and Memories
Despite her sorrow, Lulu emphasised her determination to carry on, a sentiment she believes John would have wanted. She credited her work and her passion for music with helping her through the darkest days.
The Scottish star, known for hits like 'Shout' and 'Boom Bang-a-Bang', has continued to perform, finding solace on the stage. Her appearance on Loose Women served as a powerful reminder of the very human grief behind the celebrity facade, resonating deeply with viewers who have experienced similar loss.
