In an emotional Instagram post, Michelle Keegan has shared a rare, heartwarming photo with her one-year-old daughter Palma, as well as her mother Jacqueline, ahead of Mother’s Day. The 38-year-old actress posted a sweet selfie showing the three generations of women in matching pyjamas from her Very UK collection. 💖👶
“2 mummy’s and a baby. How cuuuuute are these pjs from my @veryuk collection??? Perfect for Mother’s Day to match all the generations,” Michelle captioned the post. The adorable snapshot comes amid swirling rumours of tension between Michelle and her mother-in-law, Carol Wright, following controversial comments made on the Wright At Home podcast.
On the podcast, Carol and her daughters Jess and Natalya sparked backlash when they made remarks about thong bikinis, calling them “gross” and “unattractive.” The comments raised eyebrows among fans, many of whom speculated that Carol’s words were aimed at Michelle, who is frequently seen sporting bikinis as part of her Orfila Bee swimwear collection. 😬
However, Carol has since shut down the rumours of tension, firmly stating that there is no animosity between her and Michelle. “There’s no tension between us,” Carol said, emphasizing their close, supportive relationship. Despite the gossip, Carol was quick to defend her bond with Michelle, calling it strong and without any underlying issues. 🗣️💬
The controversy started when Jess, on the podcast, criticized thong bikinis, saying she “can’t stand” how they are worn on the beach. Carol, adding to the conversation, shared a story from a family holiday, where her husband, Mark Wright Sr., commented that thong bikinis were “not sexy” for men to look at. Jess, Natalya, and Carol’s remarks have since been widely discussed on social media, with many calling the comments “degrading” and “disrespectful.” 😳
But what really caught fans’ attention was the hypocrisy some pointed out, as Jess herself had been photographed in similar bikinis during her time on TOWIE. Many users were quick to point out the double standards, with some writing, “Did no one see Jess on TOWIE? She was always in this sort of bikini at pool parties…” The comments fueled a heated debate about body image and fashion choices. 🔥
Despite the controversy, Michelle has made it clear that while her family may have concerns, she’s an adult and fully capable of making her own decisions. “I’m not a kid anymore,” Michelle said in a previous interview. “I’m 38, and I can make my own choices. My family has always supported me, and they love me. I don’t think there’s anything wrong with that.” 💪
Michelle’s post, featuring her daughter Palma, reflects the positive and loving dynamic she shares with her family. In addition to sharing the adorable moment with her mum and daughter, Michelle has continued to focus on her career and personal life, despite the constant scrutiny that comes with her public life.
As for Carol, she continues to defend her family and dismiss the “tension” rumours. “People are always going to talk, but we know what we have as a family,” Carol said, shutting down speculation and continuing to back her relationship with Michelle.
