The Hollyoaks star had fuelled speculation she split from five-month-old son Samuel’s dad when she snubbed him on Father’s Day
Hollyoaks star Stephanie Davis has confirmed her separation from boyfriend Joe McKalroy after a week of speculation.
The actress, 32, had been dating Joe since 2022 and they welcomed baby son Samuel five months ago.
Last week it was reported that the romance had come to an end after a message Stephanie shared on Father’s Day that didn’t mention the father of her child.
Rumours went into overdrive after further comments from the former Celebrity Big Brother star, and on Sunday she took to Instagram to share a huge life update with fans.
She revealed they have gone their separate ways. Stephanie also told followers she’s now raising Samuel as a single parent, but didn’t give details about the reason for the split.
She said: “Never in a million years did I think I’d be writing this. I’ve been left with no choice but to address the rumours.”
She continued: “This has come as a complete shock and has been an incredibly painful and unexpected time. Just four months after having a baby – one of the most vulnerable and emotional times in a woman’s life – I’ve found myself facing this chapter on my own.”
The TV personality then hinted at her previous relationship with Jeremy McConnell, who she shares a seven-year-old son with.
She added: “After everything I’ve been through in the past, I truly believed I’d finally found my happiness – something secure and lasting. But that, heartbreakingly, hasn’t been the case.
“I’m grateful for the years we had because, without us, I wouldn’t have my Samuel. Who will always be my priority.
“Right now, I’m focusing on healing, protecting my peace, and doing the best I can – being there for my two beautiful boys. Thank you to those who’ve reached out – your kindness has meant more than I can say.”
Earlier, Stephanie had shared a post marking five months since Samuel’s birth, as reports the Mirror, and again she did not mention Joe.
She said: “This Day 5 months ago you came into this world. Only 5 months old today ( I know he’s still a tiny baby). It’s crazy to think he’s not been out in this world as long as he was in my tummy.
“From nearly losing you in the beginning, the worst pregnancy, C.Diff, I couldn’t walk with pelvic girdle trapped in the house for months and months, a terrible birth, then lifting doing every night feed lifting after a C-section, then your breathing episodes which was the scariest time of my life, it’s been a long hard traumatic road.
“But here you are thriving my miracle my rainbow… my world… everything I do is for you and your brother and I will always be here every single day for you, cheering you on.”
She added: “I’m so lucky getting to watch you grow every single day by your side into the most beautiful little boy. It So sad I don’t have many photos of me and you bar selfies I’ve taken, but from now on I’ll make sure we have many together. You will always be my priority. I love you baby.”