Chloe Madeley has spoken candidly about her difficult split from ex-husband James Haskell, calling their breakup the “worst breakup imaginable” and revealing the trauma and toxicity that led to their separation. The 47-year-old, who shares a daughter, Bodhi, with the former rugby star, explained in a recent podcast how the pair had to work hard to co-parent respectfully despite the challenges in their marriage.
Breaking the Silence on the Divorce
Speaking on the No Parental Guidance podcast, Chloe opened up about the emotional toll their divorce took on her and the reasons behind her decision to end the marriage. “As much as we had the worst breakup imaginable when our marriage fell apart, we’ve managed to co-parent respectfully throughout all the trauma and toxicity, and it was a lot,” she shared. “We’ve managed to come out the other side, very surprisingly to me more than anyone, having formed a completely new bond and new relationship and a new friendship.”
Chloe went on to explain that one of the biggest factors in her decision to leave the marriage was her concern for their daughter, Bodhi, who was just a baby at the time. “One of the reasons I left my marriage was because it was so bad, it was becoming harder and harder to keep it from her and she was only a baby,” Chloe revealed. “I didn’t want her to see us arguing anymore.”
Rebuilding After the Divorce
Despite the painful breakup, Chloe expressed that she and James have managed to form a new kind of relationship post-divorce. While they have both moved on, Chloe emphasized that the process of healing was far from easy. “We’ve managed to co-parent respectfully throughout all the trauma and toxicity. It was a lot, but somehow we made it work,” she said.
Chloe’s honesty about her feelings and the challenges she faced during the split resonated with many of her fans, who praised her for opening up about such a personal experience.
James Haskell’s Mother Speaks Out
The timing of Chloe’s revelations comes as James Haskell appears on Celebs Go Dating, a dating reality show where he is seeking love. During the latest episode, his mother, Susie Haskell, made some comments about their marriage, which did not sit well with Chloe. Susie, speaking alongside James on the show, said: “I’m not sure where he’s gone wrong because, prior to his wedding, I met lots of lovely girlfriends. Each of them loved me, which is a bonus.”
Susie also suggested that the breakdown of the marriage could be due to the couple both being “stars,” competing for attention in their relationship. “You can’t have two stars because then you have them competing for the floor space the whole time,” she remarked.
Chloe’s Response to Her Ex-Mother-In-Law
Chloe didn’t hold back in responding to her ex-mother-in-law’s comments. Posting a message on her Instagram Stories, she reshared a post that read: “Does anyone else feel like there are just some people in life who you have to follow around with a dustpan and brush so you can sweep up all the crap they keep dropping on the floor? Orrrr is that just me? Honestly, if you’re reading this and you can’t relate, you’re probably a crap dropper.” This seemed to be a subtle “dig” at Susie, who had openly discussed the split on television.
Chloe’s blunt response to Susie’s comments added fuel to the ongoing tension between the two, but it also showcased Chloe’s resilience and ability to speak her mind, even in the face of criticism.
Looking Ahead for Chloe Madeley
As Chloe moves forward in her personal life, she remains committed to co-parenting with James and raising their daughter, Bodhi, in a loving and stable environment. While her marriage may have ended in heartache, Chloe has shown that she’s capable of overcoming adversity and building a positive future for herself and her family.
With James currently looking for love on Celebs Go Dating, it remains to be seen what the future holds for both of them. But for Chloe, it’s clear that she’s ready to move forward, focusing on her own happiness and her role as a dedicated mother.
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