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Una Healy's bandmates are said to be "rallying around her" since her ex-husband Ben Foden announced his marriage to his girlfriend of two weeks.

The 34-year-old rugby star revealed that his former wife Una gave him her "blessing" to re-marry only one year after their tumultuous separation.

Their marriage crumbled due to Foden's string of affairs, which were made public last year and led to a shocked Una calling time on their relationship.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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But according to reports, Rochelle Humes, Mollie King, Frankie Bridge and Vanessa White are supporting the singer after Ben’s surprise announcement.

A source told The Sun Online:

"The girls have all been there for Una. As soon as they heard what happened, Rochelle, Mollie, Vanessa and Frankie were straight on their phones as they were worried about their friend.

"They have rallied around to support her as they can only imagine what she is feeling. She's a strong woman, but her friends have let her know that they will be there for her through this as it is still a shock to the system that Ben would remarry so soon."

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Ben and Una share seven-year-old Aoife and four-year-old Tadgh together but announced via social media over the weekend that he'd tied the knot with New Yorker Jackie Belanoff Smith.

He captioned the image: “This last year has been by far my toughest and most turbulent for a number of reasons that many of you I’m sure are aware of, in some way or another.

“The world has a funny way of working things out, many people think I’m a bad person – as I’m sure they’ll be many nasty comments left under this post by keyboard warriors aplenty. But I met a girl who seriously swept me off my feet and in a time of hardship showed me love, a deep devoted love."

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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“People will say we are mad or crazy or even fools, as Jackie and I had only been dating seriously for a little over two weeks before deciding to get married. But when someone like her comes into your life, why would I wait?

He adds: “The people who needed to know, such as close family and friends were told before anyone else and they are happy for me, including my beautiful ex-wife Una Healy, who I love even more for her blessing.

"Life is short and you only get one and it’s worth living," he continued.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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"Jackie is the greatest human being I’ve ever come across – she’s beautiful inside and out, intelligent, charming, funny, generous, kind, gentle, energetic the list goes on."

He concludes; “She will be a great step mum to Aoife and Tadhg and offers me a future I can’t wait to explore with her."

We're glad Una has her best friends and bandmates around her for support, even though she's loved up herself. It must still be incredibly shocking to see your ex-husband remarry so promptly.

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Una Healy’s ex-husband has revealed he has married his girlfriend of two weeks. The sportsman confirmed the news on Instagram this afternoon.

He explained that the past year has been the toughest and most turbulent year of his life. 

“The world has a funny way of working things out, many people think I’m a bad person – as I’m sure they’ll be many nasty comments left under this post by keyboard warriors a plenty,” he wrote.

Ben explained that he knew Jackie Belanoff Smith was ‘the one’ when they met.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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“But I met a girl who seriously swept me off my feet and in a time of hardship showed me love, a deep devoted love. People will say we are mad or crazy or even fools, as @snackyjax and I had only been dating seriously for a little over 2 weeks before deciding to get married. But when someone like her comes in to your life, why would I wait?” he said.

He added, “The people who needed to know, such as close family and friends were told before anyone else and they are happy for me including my beautiful X wife @unahealy who I love even more for her blessing.”

The dad gushed about his new wife, "Jackie is the greatest human being I’ve ever come across – she’s beautiful inside and out, intelligent, charming, funny, generous, kind, gentle, energetic, the list goes on.”

“She will be a great step mum to Aoife and Tadhg and offers me a future I can’t wait to explore with her. My heart is full and I honestly couldn’t be happier, so those that want to bring negativity or try and tear me down go ahead. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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“My life is great and I hope you all will one day feel happiness like I feel while I write this caption. I love you @snackyjax I can’t wait to see where our lives lead together you brought excitement and joy to my life and I couldn’t be prouder having stand at my side as Mrs Foden.”

Ben was married to Una Healy for six years.

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The celebrity contestants are gearing up to take part in Strictly Come Dancing 2019, but their identities have remained secret over the last few weeks.

The stars have once again been given hidden codenames to conceal their identities, and this year's theme has been unveiled: Superheroes.

According to HELLO! Magazine, the mix of stars include Batman, Wonder Woman, Supergirl, Mystique, Catwoman, Hulk, Captain America and Bananaman.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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The celebrities will begin to be announced by the BBC in mid-August, as per the usual Strictly way.

Various stars rumoured to be involved include former The Saturdays singer Una Healy, Line of Duty actor Adrian Dunbar, I'm a Celebrity winner Harry Redknapp, Boyzone bandmate Keith Duffy, Atomic Kitten's Natasha Hamilton, Blue Peter presenter Radzi Chinyanganya and Coronation Street actor Jack P Shepherd.

The professional dancers are expected to start rehearsals next week, which Diane Buswell let slip in mid-July on Sunday Brunch,

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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"In less than two weeks the pros go back. The professionals do all the professional routines. So we have a month where we go in every day to learn a new dance and then we meet the celebrities. When I find out who my celebrity is, it's legit on camera and on TV, so it's very exciting."

Big changes are afoot on this years' show, with new judge Motsi Mabuse revealed just the other day. Motsi is the older sister of Strictly pro Oti Mabuse, and is taking over from Dame Darcey Bussell.

"I am absolutely overjoyed to be joining the Strictly judging panel," she said. "I have so much respect and admiration for the other three judges and hope to add my own bit of sparkle to the show. I can't wait to get started."

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Former champion Ore Oduba, who lifted the Glitterball Trophy in the 2016 series with Joanne Clifton, spoke of the difficulties Darcey’s replacement Motsi will face:

“I think whoever they choose is someone who has that wealth of knowledge. These pros know what they’re talking about.

“You see them getting judged, it’s a very difficult world if you’re laying judgment on people who know more than you," he continued. “But all the pros respect each other."

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Una hasn't had an easy few weeks.

Her ex-husband Ben Foden admitting to his infidelity last week, but instead of dwelling on it, the former Saturdays singer stormed the runway at London Fashion Week and turned every head.

The 37-year-old appeared in Oxfam's Fashion Fighting Poverty Catwalk Show at Ambika 3 last night, showing off her fashionista roots.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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She captioned her Instagram post; 

"It was a real honour to walk the Oxfam #fashionfightingpoverty fashion show as part of London fashion week this evening", showing herself in a black svelte outfit with a plunging neckline. She's looking FIERCE.

The mum-of-two sported gorgeous black boots and loose black trousers, with her hair styled simply and tucked behind her ears. Very Parisian chic, we feel. 

She flashed a smile at the end of the catwalk, showing her excitement at representing the iconic charity in their fashion foray. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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The glamorous Irish star could easily pursue a modelling career, she looks like she was born on the runway. We're glad she didn't let her ex-husband's confession dampen her moment.

In a recent interview, Ben admitted that he cheated on Una, but also claimed his infidelity wasn’t the only reason for the end of the relationship.

"At the moment anything that’s published about me is never very good and pretty rightly so because I was the one who committed adultery. But at the same time, it wasn’t the only reason for our divorce to go through."

"It’s not ideal, but we’re very amicable, we’re getting through it, we’re not the first people in the world to get divorced. We’ve got two little kids we adore," he concluded.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Una is since loved up with her new boyfriend, Tipperary hurler David Breen, and appears unfazed by her ex.

She's absolutely slaying the fashion runway anyway, and for an unreal cause. Herself and fellow singer Emeli Sande walked alongside supermodels as they took to the catwalk for Oxfam’s show to highlight sustainable fashion.

The musicians joined top models Stella Tennant and Laura Bailey at the Fashion Fighting Poverty event, showcasing Oxfam clothes specially picked by stylist Bay Garnett from the organisation’s online and high street shops.

Fair play, gals.

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It's been a tough year for Una Healy.

The singer announced her split in July from husband Ben Foden after six years of marriage.

However it seems that she has found happiness again. 

The 37-year-old took to Instagram to post a snap of her and her new man beside a Christmas tree.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Una looks stunning in a velvet red dress while her Irish hurler David Breen is rocking a dapper suit.

She captioned it, ''I tried to hide him but he's too tall.'' 

Her followers were quick to comment about how happy they are for her blossoming romance.

One said, ''I'm so happy for you! Such a gorgeous couple.'' 

While another wrote, ''Good for you!! No need to hide such a handsome guy! If you like/love him that’s all that matters! And that he respects you!!''

A third added, ''You look stunning @unahealy so happy looking too…You deserve it.''

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Una and Ben have two children together – six-year-old Aoife and three-year-old Tadhg. 

It looks like 2019 is set to be a much happier year for Una.

We are delighted for her and hope she has an amazing Christmas with her two gorgeous kids and her family. 

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Una Healy has commented on her relationship with rugby player Ben Foden. The pair went their separate ways earlier this year when it was revealed that the sportsman had been cheating on the singer.

Speaking to Closer magazine on the Pride of Britain red carpet, Una confessed that one day she hopes to rekindle their friendship at some point in their lives.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Things are obviously still quite raw, but she is hopeful about their future: “I want to stay friends with Ben.”

The mum-of-two explained she hopes they can be on good terms for the sake of their children: “He's the father of my children and he's in my life forever, so hopefully one day we can be friends.”

Una’s world was flipped upside down when reports emerged that Ben had been cheating on his wife of six years.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Una told Best magazine at the same event that she is taking things slowly: “I’m taking it one day at a time. It’s all I can do right now.”

She admitted: “I’m focusing on the kids and just…getting on with things.”

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Una has praised her children- six-year-old Aoife and three-year-old Tadhg- for helping her get through this harrowing time.

She said focusing on her role as a mum has been a massive help to her. "I'm so lucky to have them. I never feel lonely or alone. They’re lovely company and have brought joy into my life.”

The singer said: “The most important job for me is to be the best parent I can and to provide and look after them. They’re my priority."

We love how positive Una is about her future.

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The Saturdays singer Una Healy has opened up about her devastating split from her husband of over six years, Ben Foden.

In an interview with HELLO, Healy says that she's trying to remain positive, despite her life being "turned upside down," and is focusing on being a mum to her two young children, six-year-old Aoife and three-year-old son Tadhg.     

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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"My life has been turned upside down," she said. "I’m taking each day as it comes and just being there for my children."

Since news of their separation emerged, Healy hasn't spoken of the reasons for it (though it reportedly is due to Foden being unfaithful), but now says she's trying to make the best of what is a turbulent situation, channelling her energies into her family and songwriting. 

She's also opted for a more visual change, and dyed her auburn hair blonde. Channelling SJP in a moving-on-from-Mr-Big kinda way or simply wanting a different look, the timing surely isn't incidental.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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"I’ve had the same colour hair forever and just fancied a change," she said.

The 36-year-old says the support she's received from family, friends and fans has helped her push through and refocus – the couple were due to move their family to New York so that Foden could take up a new job with Rugby United when news of a 'scandal' was reported and he flew to New York solo while Una returned to her native Tipperary.   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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"They’ve been rallying around when times are tough," she continued. "I’ve been sent letters that are really supportive, too. "Life is tough, but you’ve got to keep a positive attitude. Time is a healer as well. Someone told me: 'Don’t look back; you’re not going that way.' These words inspire me, as does the famous quote of Winston Churchill: 'If you’re going through hell, keep going.'"

Her focus now, she says, is firmly on her family and children, who she says, she's incredibly lucky to have. 

"I'm so lucky to have them," she says. "I never feel lonely or alone. They’re lovely company and have brought joy into my life. The most important job for me is to be the best parent I can and to provide and look after them. They’re my priority."

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Una Healy and English rugby player Ben Foden have gone their separate ways.

A spokesperson on behalf of the singer confirmed the pair had split.

The news comes just weeks after the couple celebrated their six-year wedding anniversary on June 30.

 

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It is understood that Una and Ben had been planning to move their family to the US in a few days, reports the Sun.

The couple have two children together, six-year-old Aoife Belle, and Tadhg John, who is three years of age.

However, Una has now reportedly returned to her native Ireland to her mum, along with Aoife and Tadhg. 

 

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It is believed that Ben will still relocate to New York, reports the Sun.

The 33-year-old rugby union player signed for Rugby United New York after ending his career with Premiership club Northampton Saints.

 

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Speaking to the Sun, the Saturdays singer's spokeswoman said:

“I can confirm Una and Ben have separated and she’s in Ireland with her mum and kids, but there will be no further comment to make.”

The pair had tied the knot in Ireland at Kilshane House in Co Tipperary in June 2012.

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Una Healy is already killing it as she starts out on her solo music career.

The Saturdays star recently released her first single, Stay My Love, and now the music video is finally here.

Featuring Nashville star, Sam Palladio, the video is very country music-chic, and she looks totally beautiful while singing and strumming her guitar.

As well as the song being recorded in Nashville last year, the video was also shot in the American city famous for country music.

We can't wait to see what other beauties come from Una's debut album The Waiting Game.

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Just like the rest of us, it looks like Una Healy has been getting in some much-deserved family time over the Christmas period – well, if her latest snap is anything to go by.

The Tipperary-native took to Instagram recently, to share an adorable picture of her two kids – Tadgh and Aoife Belle – hanging out with their granddad and a couple of dogs!

Using the hashtag 'Granddadtime', the 34-year-old, who is married to Bed Foden, 31, captioned the photo: "Old Dogs and Children and Watermelon Wine", and fans couldn't get enough.

 

"Old Dogs and Children and Watermelon Wine" #Granddadtime

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GUSHING over the snap, followers of the former The Saturdays singer wrote: "Beautiful picture! Captures the essence of Christmas family time. Criona and Ed", while another commented: "You have such beautiful children."

"Awh, @unahealy Happy Christmas to Dr. Healy and Anne! Hope ye all have a great time at home," wrote another. 

Una is clearly loving life as a mum, but it seems like two is the magic number for her as she previously admitted that she is unlikely to have more children.

 

My little bestie xx

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“I’m done now. I really don’t want any more. If I see a baby I’m like ‘No definitely not’,” Una said in an interview with the Herald.

“It’s tough and really hard work. I’m just so happy with two.”

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As kids across the country head back to school today, some parents might be feeling a little emotional and Una Healy is definitely one of them.

Posting a picture of her eldest daughter Aoife Bella on Instagram the singer was feeling sentimental as she waved her off on her first day of school.

Captioning the adorable black and white snap, “First day at big school”, Una was a little overwhelmed by the whole experience as she also shared a teary emoji.

 

First day at big school!

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Aoife Belle is four years old and is the eldest of two children for Una and rugby player husband, Ben Foden.

With their youngest Tadhg just one year old, they have a few more years before they have to go through the motions again.

 

Yes we did it!! #uptipp #allirelandchamps

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This all comes just a week after Una said that the pair had no plans to have any more children.

“I’m done now. I really don’t want any more. If I see a baby I’m like ‘No definitely not’.

“It’s tough and really hard work. I’m just so happy with two.”

 

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The Saturdays have been part of the music scene for a while now, and even though they're on a little break, their fans still love them just as much.

So, it's safe to say that they all went into meltdown when Una Healy announced she had some news yesterday.

Fans began to wonder what Una's big news was and many speculated that she is leaving the band.

 

Big news coming this week! I can’t wait to share it with you all

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However, that's far from the truth.

Speaking on Facebook Live, Una told her fans that's she's going solo – but that doesn't mean it's over with The Saturdays.

"I've been working behind-the-scenes, very quietly, putting together my own solo album for the last two years," she said.

"This is not a departure from The Saturdays. It's just like, we're all working on different things, taking time out. The band has not disbanded whatsoever."

Now that that's out of the way, we're excited to hear Una's album!

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