Kerry Katona Questions Katie Price's 'Bonkers' Marriage to Lee Andrews
Kerry Katona, the best friend of former glamour model Katie Price, has publicly commented on Price's recent whirlwind marriage to Dubai-based businessman Lee Andrews, describing the rapid union as "absolutely bonkers." This comes amid a growing scandal surrounding Andrews' background, including prison time for suspected fraud and warnings from his ex-partners.
A Whirlwind Romance Raises Eyebrows
Katie Price, 47, announced her engagement to Lee Andrews, 41, less than a week after meeting him, followed by a marriage just over a week ago. The speed of the relationship has left Price's family "worried" and "blindsided," with reports emerging that Andrews served prison time for allegedly forging an ex-girlfriend's signature to obtain a £200,000 mortgage in her name. Additionally, two of his ex-partners have urged Price to "run for the hills," labelling him a "lying swindler who preys on women."
Kerry Katona's Candid Column Comments
In her latest column for new! magazine, Kerry Katona, 45, expressed mixed feelings about her friend's decision. "As Katie's friend I absolutely love and support her no matter what she does – but she's absolutely bonkers," Katona wrote. She added, "Kate just wants to be loved. But, for me personally, I wouldn't have got married. When I do get proposed to I want to make sure it's forever." Despite her concerns, Katona emphasised her unwavering support for Price.
Katie Price's Marital History and Current Concerns
This marriage marks Katie Price's fourth, following previous unions with:
- Peter Andre (2005-2009)
- Alex Reid (2010-2012)
- Keiran Hayler (2013-2021)
It also represents her ninth engagement overall. In the days since the wedding, sources report that Price is now "concerned" her decision may have been a "huge mistake," after being inundated with warnings from Andrews' ex-girlfriends. "She is very, very stubborn like that," a source told the Daily Mail, noting that while she initially dismissed the claims, she is starting to believe them due to detailed evidence provided.
Kerry Katona's Own Relationship Journey
Kerry Katona, a singer with Atomic Kitten, has her own complex marital history, having been married three times:
- Brian McFadden (2002-2006)
- Mark Croft (2007-2011)
- George Kay (2014-2017), who died from a drug overdose in 2019
She split from fiancé Ryan Mahoney last year and is now in a relationship with personal trainer Paolo Margaglione, 33, whom she met on Celebs Go Dating in 2025.
A Longstanding Friendship Tested
Katona and Price first met on I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! in 2004, with Katona serving as a bridesmaid at Price's wedding to Peter Andre. Their friendship has seen tumultuous periods, but in 2023, Price declared, "We will be friends forever nobody will tarnish our friendship." Last year, Katona thanked Price for being a "lifesaver" during heartbreak, stating, "The one thing I am learning is that I will never put my happiness in anybody's hands ever again."
Despite the controversy, Katie Price has publicly praised Andrews, calling him her "Richard Gere" and stating in a declaration, "I'm just so happy with my person that is just as happy as I am. What we have, they haven't even invented the words." However, with ongoing revelations and friend Kerry Katona's candid remarks, this marriage continues to attract scrutiny and concern from those closest to her.
