ITV viewers have expressed strong dissatisfaction with Rebekah Vardy's new documentary series, The Vardys, branding it as 'boring' and questioning why she continues to receive airtime following the infamous Wagatha Christie scandal. During Tuesday night's episode, Vardy adamantly declared that 'hell will freeze over' before she apologises to Coleen Rooney, reigniting public frustration over the long-running feud.
Viewer Backlash on Social Media
Audience members took to X to voice their discontent, asserting that the public has lost interest in the scandal that dominated headlines in 2022. One user wrote: 'I mean, Coleen Rooney wiped the floor with her in court, so why is ITV even giving Rebecca Vardy air time? #TheVardys.' Another simply stated: 'BORING!!!' A third sarcastically remarked: 'All the people interested in watching the Vardy documentary.' The criticism underscores a growing sentiment that the saga has run its course.
The Wagatha Christie Scandal Recap
The feud began when Coleen Rooney, 40, posted a widely shared Instagram message accusing Rebekah Vardy's account, 44, of leaking 'false stories' about her private life to the press. Vardy denied the allegations and sued for libel, but the court ruled in Rooney's favour, leaving Vardy liable for £1.5 million in legal fees. Despite the verdict, Vardy continues to profess her innocence, insisting that Rooney is in the wrong. 'I'm never going to apologise for something I didn't do. Hell will freeze over before I do that,' she said in the documentary. 'I'm living with the judgment the judge made but, still to this day, I believe she was wrong.'
Jamie Vardy's Defence and Family Impact
Husband Jamie Vardy, 39, defended Rebekah, stating: 'People thinking that Bex was a villain, it's just a load of s*** but everyone close to her knows, that's all she needs. It was really tough seeing Bex in pain.' Rebekah admitted she is 'f***ing bored' of the feud and while she may never apologise, she insisted she holds no negative feelings towards Coleen, adding: 'I've got no idea what [Coleen] thinks of me, but I'm not bothered.'
Comparison to Coleen's Upcoming Series
Insiders have described the show as a 'Poundland version' of Coleen's forthcoming Disney+ series, The Rooneys, currently in production. Friends of Rebekah say she is still struggling with the humiliation of losing the legal battle. Coleen stated after the ruling that she was 'pleased' but believed the case 'should not have gone to court at such expense in times of hardship for so many people.'
Financial and Legal Aftermath
Rebekah was ordered to pay £1.6 million towards Coleen's legal costs. Reports earlier this year suggested she needed Jamie to secure a lucrative football contract to maintain their lifestyle and cover the debt. A source said: 'She will also want to hope he will go to Saudi or the US where she won't have the cloud that hangs over her in the UK and can start to rebuild her life as a public figure and hopefully start to earn again.'
Armed Robbery at Italian Villa
The documentary also featured CCTV footage of an armed robbery at the couple's £2 million Italian villa on Lake Garda. Five masked intruders stole £80,000 worth of jewellery, cash, and a Patek Philippe watch. Rebekah relived the terrifying moment, saying: 'Right now, I feel totally violated. The thought of someone being in your house and going through your stuff, but I'm on edge 24/7.' The burglary occurred in 2025 while Jamie was away, and police believe the gang had been watching the family. Rebekah admitted the incident impacted Jamie's football performance, as his team Cremonese struggled in Serie A. The family later took a ski trip to recover, though Jamie could not join due to commitments.
