Princess and Junior Andre Detail Shocking Text Message About Katie Price's Engagement
Princess and Junior Andre have publicly disclosed the startling manner in which they were informed about their mother Katie Price's recent engagement to businessman Lee Andrews. The siblings revealed that Katie, 47, broke the news through a WhatsApp group chat, leaving them utterly bewildered by the sudden announcement.
Whirlwind Romance and Family Concerns
Earlier this year, Katie Price surprised everyone by announcing her engagement to Lee Andrews, 41, just two days after meeting him in Dubai. The couple proceeded to marry within the same week in a quick ceremony, intensifying concerns among Katie's family members about the rapid pace of the relationship.
Family worries have been compounded by reports that Lee's ex-partners have warned Katie to distance herself from him, while questions persist about his professional background and a past prison sentence. Notably, Katie's children have yet to meet Lee in person, as he has been unable to travel to the UK on the two occasions Katie has returned home.
The Shocking WhatsApp Revelation
In an exclusive interview with The Sun, Princess, 18, and Junior, 20—whose father is Katie's first husband, Peter Andre—described their reaction to their mother's engagement message. "The message Mum sent on the group chat about being engaged... I literally responded, 'OMG'," Princess confessed. "Mum's very impulsive, but that is impulse on a whole other level."
Junior echoed his sister's astonishment, revealing he responded with: "I'm so confused. What a bombshell." He added, "At this point, I don't know what to think. She's flipping married him. I don't know the guy, so it's shocking. Of course it is. It is weird."
Sibling Support Amidst Chaos
Despite their shock, both Princess and Junior emphasized their unwavering support for their mother. "The main thing is if this guy can treat mum respectfully; that's all I care about," Junior stated affectionately. Princess similarly noted, "If she's happy, we're happy."
The siblings acknowledged their mother's tumultuous history, which includes nine engagements, three divorces, bankruptcy issues, and numerous cosmetic procedures. "Now we're older, we can actually just talk about it, and we can discuss how we feel," Princess explained, describing how she and Junior feel "trauma-bonded" from growing up in the public eye.
Katie Price's Defense of Her Relationship
Katie Price has vigorously defended her relationship with Lee Andrews, recently declaring herself "smitten" and "in love" during an appearance at the Gossies in Dublin. She denied pregnancy rumors despite teasing announcements on social media, though she expressed a desire to have a child with Lee in the future.
Katie has also confronted criticism from Lee's ex-partners, particularly Alana Percival, whom she labeled "bitter" for allegedly lying about Lee's past. However, uncertainties remain regarding Lee's business ventures, including his role as CEO of Aura Group and his promotion of companies using artificial intelligence-generated imagery.
Broader Family Dynamics
The interview with Princess and Junior follows their appearance on This Morning to promote the second series of Princess's ITV2 reality show, The Princess Diaries. It also comes after Katie and Peter Andre issued a joint statement on social media, pledging to move forward with "positivity and respect" and cease negative public comments about each other.
As Katie Price continues to navigate her latest marriage, her children remain cautiously supportive while grappling with the unexpected developments in their mother's personal life. The situation highlights the complex dynamics of a family constantly in the spotlight, balancing public scrutiny with private loyalty.
