Olivia Attwood Opens Up About Emotional Struggles Amid Marriage Turmoil
Reality television star and broadcaster Olivia Attwood has publicly addressed her emotional state for the first time since reports emerged suggesting a separation from her husband, professional footballer Bradley Dack. The 34-year-old ITV presenter described feeling exhausted and experiencing what she termed "blue days" during her recent radio appearance, hinting at personal difficulties without explicitly confirming the split.
Radio Show Revelations and Emotional Admission
While co-hosting her regular Sunday Roast slot on Kiss FM alongside close friend Pete Wicks, Attwood was asked about her current wellbeing. She responded candidly, stating: "I am actually a bit tired today. This week has felt so long. Actually, this whole month has felt... It just feels like it's never-ending." When Wicks suggested January often feels protracted, Attwood agreed, adding: "I was gonna say it feels like a dream... but a nightmare."
Further pressed about whether she was experiencing a "blue month" following Blue Monday, Attwood confessed: "I think I'm just having blue days." This emotional disclosure marks her first public comments since weekend reports claimed the couple were "taking time apart" due to an alleged "breach of trust" from the Gillingham midfielder.
Social Media Clues and Public Appearances
Adding substantial weight to separation rumours, observers have noted that Attwood has unfollowed her husband on Instagram, where she maintains an impressive following of 2.5 million users. While Dack continues to follow her account, and mutual friend Pete Wicks follows both parties, this digital distancing has intensified speculation about their relationship status.
Earlier today, Attwood was photographed arriving at Kiss FM studios alongside Strictly Come Dancing star Pete Wicks. The broadcaster appeared makeup-free, carrying two large coffees, with her signature blonde hair styled in loose waves. Notably, she kept her ring finger concealed from view and wore a hood over her head, seemingly attempting to maintain a low profile amidst the media attention.
Relationship History and Recent Strains
Attwood and Dack's relationship has experienced significant turbulence throughout its decade-long history. The couple first dated before Attwood entered the Love Island villa in 2017, with reports suggesting she applied for the show following Dack's previous infidelity. After her romance with fellow islander Chris Hughes ended in 2018, she reconciled with Dack, eventually becoming engaged in October 2019 and marrying in a London ceremony four years later.
Recent months have reportedly presented fresh challenges for the couple. Last summer, sources claimed Dack was "fuming" after photographs emerged showing Attwood cosying up to Pete Wicks on a yacht in Ibiza, with Wicks placing a hand on her thigh while she wore a bikini. Teammates allegedly teased Dack about the images, creating tension despite his stated trust in his wife.
More recently, during a January appearance on This Morning, Attwood described their dynamic as "like passing ships in the night" due to conflicting work schedules. When asked about her New Year's resolution to be "a better wife," she responded: "I said that in jest, and now people keep bringing it up; I feel like I am going to be held accountable. I don't like being held accountable."
Sources Close to the Couple Speak Out
According to insiders speaking to The Sun on Sunday, neither Attwood nor Dack plan to address the situation publicly, though their "friends and family are aware" of developments. One source revealed: "Separating has never been an option up until now. Olivia is heartbroken. Olivia and Bradley met over a decade ago, and their lives and families are so intertwined — which has made the decision to split even more devastating."
The couple were last seen together publicly just nine days ago, attending the premiere of Attwood's latest ITV series. Representatives for both Olivia Attwood and Bradley Dack have declined to comment on the ongoing speculation surrounding their marriage.
