The drama unfolded during a recent episode of Loose Women, where Nolan, 60, was discussing her
experiences with marriage and divorce. Reflecting on her 10-year marriage to Richie, which ended
in 1999, Nolan suggested that the relationship had been more tumultuous than previously portrayed.
“Looking back, I think we both know it wasn’t the fairy tale we made it out to be,” she told the panel,
which included Ruth Langsford, Denise Welch, and Kelle Bryan. “There were a lot of struggles that
people didn’t see.”
Richie, who was watching the episode, took to social media shortly after to express his frustration.
“I’m tired of hearing Coleen rewrite our history to fit her narrative,” he wrote in a now-viral post on X.
“We had our challenges, sure, but there was a lot of love there too. She’s rewriting our past, and I won’t
stand for it.” His comments quickly garnered thousands of reactions, with fans divided over who was in
the right.
A Look Back at Their Relationship
Richie and Nolan, both prominent figures in British entertainment, married in 1990 after meeting on
the set of a theatrical production. They share two sons, Shane Jr., 36, and Jake, 34, both of whom
have followed their parents into the entertainment industry. The couple’s divorce in 1999 was highly
publicized, with allegations of infidelity on both sides dominating tabloid headlines at the time. Despite
their split, they had maintained a relatively amicable co-parenting relationship in the years since—until
now.
A source close to Richie told The Daily Spotlight, “Shane feels like Coleen’s comments on Loose
Women were a low blow. He’s always tried to keep things civil for the sake of their kids, but he feels like
she’s painting him as the villain in a story that’s far more complicated than she’s letting on.”
Nolan, for her part, has not directly responded to Richie’s accusations. However, during a follow-up
segment on Loose Women, she appeared to address the controversy indirectly. “I’m just speaking my
truth,” she said. “If that makes someone uncomfortable, that’s not my problem. I’ve spent too long
keeping quiet to protect other people’s feelings.”
Fans and Friends Weigh In
The public spat has divided fans, with some siding with Nolan’s right to share her perspective, while
others believe Richie is justified in defending himself. On X, one user wrote, “Coleen has every right to
talk about her experiences. It’s her story too!” Another countered, “Shane’s right—it’s unfair to keep
dragging up the past like this. They both need to move on.”
Meanwhile, some of their Loose Women co-stars have reportedly been caught in the crossfire. Ruth
Langsford, a longtime friend of Nolan’s, is said to be “staying out of it,” according to an insider. “Ruth doesn’t want to take sides, but she’s worried this could get messier before it gets better,” the source
revealed.
What’s Next for the Former Couple?
With both Richie and Nolan standing firm in their positions, it remains to be seen whether they can
mend their fractured relationship. The incident has reignited public interest in their past, with some
speculating that it could lead to further revelations down the line. For now, fans are left watching and
waiting to see if this feud will escalate further—or if the former couple can find a way to put the past
behind them once and for all.