Emmerdale actress Hayley Tamaddon has announced that she has split from her partner.
The soap star, best known for playing Del Dingle, announced that she's parted ways from fiancé Adrian who she shares her son with. She revealed that she is now living as a single mum as she marked the first Mother's Day since being alone.
The 45-year-old shared how this Mother's Day was 'different' for her, in an Instagram post. She said that her and her son's lives have been 'turned upside down' in recent months.
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In the post, she shared a selfie of her and her son, Jasper, looking happy despite sending such a sad message. The actress wrote: " Happy Mother’s Day … I’ve not posted in a long time, but I Thought today was a good time to tell you all, before you hear about it or see it elsewhere.."
She continued: "This Mother’s Day is different for me, as I’m now a single mum. Mine and Jasper's life has been turned upside down over the past few months... but I realise the best thing to come out of this is Jasper. For he is all I need.. and all I’ve ever wanted. He makes me so happy!
"I never set out to be a single parent.. but I DID set out to be the best mum I could be, and that hasn’t changed. I’m so lucky I get to be his mummy. And I’m very proud of myself for overcoming the many obstacles I’ve faced since he was born. To any other single mamas out there.. I salute you. Have the most wonderful day!"
Friends and fans were quick to show their support as they commented with love. Sally Carman, who plays Abi Franklin in Coronation Street, said: "As sorry as I am to hear this (and I really am) I’ve never been more confident in someone’s ability to be a brilliant mother. Jasper is one lucky little fella. Sending you all my love bud xxx"
Sally Ann Matthews, who plays Jenny Bradley in Coronation Street, said: "He’s the luckiest boy in the world to have you as his mummy. You are MORE than enough. I love you so much, you fearless, strong, brave, beautiful, talented bundle of gorgeousness. Have a wonderful day! x"
The actress, 45, quickly got engaged to estate agent beau Adrian within weeks of announcing her pregnancy in 2019. Hayley and Adrian had a friendship spanning five years before things turned romantic, leading to the birth of their son.
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