In a candid interview on the Extra Dirrty podcast, Olivia Attwood has opened up about the intense emotional turmoil she experienced after her split from Bradley Dack. The 34-year-old Love Island star, who had been with footballer Bradley for several years, admitted that the breakup, which occurred in January, was devastating, especially after learning about his infidelities. Olivia shared that she cried so much during the breakup that it made her feel physically unwell, at one point almost passing out from the emotional strain.
“I Still Love Him as a Person”
Olivia revealed that despite the breakup, she still holds affection for Bradley. “I think it would be easier if I hated him, but I don’t,” she said. “I still love him as a person.” She acknowledged the complexity of their relationship, describing it as painful but understanding that the relationship had run its course. “I think that when you know you tried, we both tried so many things to make it work, so of course it’s just so sad.”
The emotional toll of the breakup was evident as Olivia admitted to crying uncontrollably. “I’ve cried so hard during this breakup to the point where I think I’m going to pass out,” she said, adding that she had to “slap myself in the face and go to work.” Olivia expressed her frustration with public expectations, stating that she wasn’t going to cry on social media for others’ entertainment. “I don’t think that people, professionally, are going to respect me and book me to host their TV shows when I’m videoing myself lying on the floor crying,” she explained.
The Breakup: A Breach of Trust
While Olivia has remained largely silent about the details of the breakup, she confirmed that Bradley’s infidelity was the root cause. She spoke openly about the years she spent standing by him, despite repeated instances of dishonesty and betrayal. In a recent statement shared on her Instagram Stories, Olivia explained, “I have stood by Brad for the last ten years during which he lied & cheated on me multiple times. The breakdown of our relationship is because of this.”
Olivia admitted to feeling “humiliated” by the situation, especially as she had been lied to for years and had made excuses for Bradley’s behavior. “I never wanted to say any of this. I find the whole situation utterly humiliating,” she wrote. “I feel like a f***ing idiot, especially as more things come to the surface.”
Moving On: Dating Again and Finding Strength
As Olivia works through her heartbreak, she has begun to explore her future beyond the relationship. The star confirmed that she is now dating again, having been seen kissing her friend Pete Wicks. She shared a heartfelt post on Instagram, quoting an inspirational message: “Forgive yourself, for not knowing earlier what only time could teach you.” Olivia expressed that she is learning to forgive herself and moving forward with more clarity.
The Loose Women star also took a moment to reflect on how women are often criticized for their personal choices. “Someone wrote me on my TikTok yesterday, and she’s like ‘I really hope someone screws you over so badly, like you’re such a cold calculated b***h,’” Olivia recalled. “It’s because I’m open and I talk about all kinds of things, but I’m not going to video myself crying and put it on the internet.”
Despite the difficult journey, Olivia emphasized her commitment to moving on and building a better future for herself. “I’m in love with this sentence,” she captioned a recent Instagram post, referring to the quote about forgiveness. “I’ve learned to forgive myself, and that’s the first step toward healing.”
A Difficult Chapter
Olivia’s emotional honesty has been a powerful reminder of the challenges that come with navigating a breakup, especially when trust has been broken repeatedly. While Bradley has publicly defended Olivia, the end of their relationship marks the beginning of a new chapter for the reality star. As she heals from the pain of betrayal, Olivia is taking steps to rebuild her life, one day at a time, and her fans are supporting her every step of the way.
