Coleen Nolan, the beloved Loose Women star, is facing new and serious accusations from her son’s ex-girlfriend, Emma Kivell, who has branded the TV personality a “cruel bully.” Emma, who shares a daughter with Coleen’s son Shane, claims that her experience with the 58-year-old star was far from supportive, and has even alleged that the situation led to her suffering a mental breakdown.
The fiery new allegations come after years of tension between the Nolans and Emma, particularly over her daughter, Amelia-Rose, who was born in 2016. Although Coleen was reportedly involved at the time, Emma claims that the situation quickly soured when Coleen allegedly stopped seeing her granddaughter after refusing to visit her home.
A Support That Never Lasted
Emma and Shane’s relationship was never a conventional one. While they were never officially a couple, Shane promised to support Emma as a single mother. However, Emma now alleges that Coleen’s initially warm support quickly turned cold, leading to a painful rift.
In an interview with The Sun, Emma revealed that Coleen’s attitude toward her and her daughter changed dramatically. She explained, “Coleen actually stopped seeing Amelia-Rose for a while because she was not willing to go to my house. She wanted me to know that she’s in charge, she’s got the power, and I’m nothing, that’s how I felt.”
Emma’s claims were not just limited to physical distance but also emotional cruelty, as she accused Coleen of calling her “every name under the sun,” including “jealous b***h” and other harsh names. She referred to these exchanges as “vile,” alleging that they contributed to her mental health decline.
The Toll on Mental Health
Emma, who met Shane in 2015, says that Coleen’s behavior caused her so much emotional distress that she experienced a breakdown. “She would call me every name under the sun, like ‘you jealous b***h,’ and she was vile,” Emma revealed. She went on to add that the cruelty only worsened over time, eventually pushing her to a place of deep emotional strain.
In what can only be described as an agonizing time for her family, Emma continued: “My little girl used to wait by the door for a dad who often wouldn’t turn up. And when he did, let’s just say the care she received was far from what she deserved. There is so much more I could say and in time, I probably will.”
No Contact for Seven Years
The drama surrounding Coleen Nolan’s relationship with her ex-daughter-in-law is not new, as The Daily Mail has previously reported. In fact, sources close to the family revealed that Coleen has not been in contact with her granddaughter, Amelia-Rose, for nearly seven years.
In 2016, when Amelia-Rose was born, Coleen was reportedly present at the birth and excited about becoming a grandmother. But Emma claims that the situation became strained soon after when Coleen allegedly stopped visiting Amelia-Rose. According to sources, there has been no further interaction between the little girl and the Nolans, and this ongoing silence continues to fuel the feud.
In recent months, Shane, who is now 21, publicly expressed his longing to be reunited with his daughter. He posted on social media about paying child maintenance and his deep regret over not being more involved in Amelia-Rose’s life during difficult times like the COVID-19 pandemic. Shane said, “We miss her and can’t wait for one day to be in our lives.”
A Rocky Relationship with Shane
The rocky relationship between Shane and his daughter has been a frequent topic of discussion, particularly with Emma’s claims that Shane has made little effort to be involved in Amelia-Rose’s life. Emma alleged that Shane was absent during key moments, including when his daughter was waiting for him at the door, hoping he would visit.
Her post on social media revealed her frustration, as she said, “He’s never asked how she is, how she’s doing, if she needs anything, not even a message during the height of COVID. Financial support stopped during that time too, and only resumed because of court enforcement.”
Emma has gone so far as to claim that Shane was blocked from seeing his daughter due to breaches of court orders. “Speaking the truth does not make me the villain,” Emma stated, referring to her stance on the entire situation.
Strained Family Ties
The ongoing feud between the Nolan family and Emma has sparked widespread attention, with both sides of the story receiving public scrutiny. It’s clear that the tension between Coleen and Emma is far from over, with Emma accusing the Nolan family of toxic behavior and claiming that Coleen is not the supportive figure she pretends to be. “She doesn’t need your pettiness, or the toxicity from your side of the family,” Emma added, speaking directly to Coleen.
In a shocking twist, Emma even expressed disbelief that Coleen would attempt to rewrite the narrative after seven years of silence. She pointed out that Coleen seemed to have rewritten the story of the family feud, which has only deepened the rift.
New Beginnings and Family Drama
The Nolan family has also been in the spotlight due to recent events involving Shane’s personal life. He married former Miss Great Britain Maddie Wahdan in 2022, but the wedding was marred by the absence of Amelia-Rose, and the couple later split in December 2023 after it was reported that Shane had cheated.
In the midst of these family struggles, Coleen recently shared her excitement about becoming a grandmother for the second time, revealing that her youngest son, Jake Roche, was expecting a baby boy with his fiancée, Georgia. However, despite these new additions to her family, the estranged relationship with Amelia-Rose still lingers.
What’s Next?
As the drama continues to unfold, it seems that Emma has no intention of backing down. With her recent explosive claims, it’s clear that the rift between her and Coleen remains deep and unresolved. For now, it appears that the Nolan family is still grappling with the emotional fallout of these longstanding conflicts, and it’s uncertain if reconciliation will ever take place.
For Coleen, the public accusations and the ongoing family drama will surely weigh heavily on her personal and professional life. Meanwhile, Emma’s revelations have shed light on the complicated dynamics at play, and it seems that this family feud is far from over.
