Jacqueline Jossa has made her return to Instagram following reports that she confronted her estranged husband, Dan Osborne, over his alleged holiday romance with Brazilian bikini model Etila Santiago. The EastEnders actress, 33, split from The Only Way Is Essex star, 34, in March after a nine-year marriage that had been marred by repeated accusations of infidelity against Dan.
Subtle Message Amid Marital Woes
On Tuesday, Jacqueline posted a promotional video showcasing a hair makeover. While she did not directly address her ex, she made a pointed comment about 'feeling like me again' as she navigates her marital difficulties. The actress is said to have been deeply upset by Dan's alleged romance during his trip to Miami, which shattered her hopes of reconciling their marriage.
In the video, Jacqueline appeared to put on a brave face, joined by her daughter Mia. She explained that her hair was 'in bits' after a 5k run in the hot weather and that she needed a boost. Going makeup-free, she told fans she wanted 'to feel like me again' while demonstrating the hair care products she planned to use. After transforming her brunette locks with Give Me products and applying makeup, Jacqueline looked radiant as she smiled at the camera.
Transformation and Reflection
Remarking on her transformation, Jacqueline shared: 'I feel so much better now, I'm all fresh and ready to go out. Isn't it crazy what a little bit of me time can do?' Her caption hinted at needing a lift amid her troubles: 'Well I definitely needed that!... Feeling like me again.'
This post follows her 'confrontation' with Dan, after eagle-eyed friends alerted her to similar sunset snaps shared by Dan and Etila on Instagram during his Miami trip. A source revealed: 'Dan started chatting to Etila on Instagram before his trip as they both had a passion for fitness. They met up a few times and hit it off. Jac's mates notified her about Dan's movements, so when he was back in the UK, she asked him about it.'
The source added: 'It's obviously very sensitive as they are co-parenting, but Dan is a single man now. Jac is upset as she still feels there's a chance they could rekindle.' Etila, a bikini and fitness model, regularly shares snaps of her figure online. Her Instagram profile reads: 'I help women build lean, athletic bodies with elite-level coaching.'
Background of the Split
The Daily Mail revealed that the split occurred months ago, with Dan quietly admitting he 'couldn't do it anymore' after years of trying to repair damage from his past. Both Jacqueline and Dan have been seen without wedding rings recently. Dan was pictured crying in his car in March, appearing overcome with emotion. Sources close to the situation said that while Dan has admitted past wrongdoing, he is now a changed man and a devoted father-of-three struggling with the strain.
