Katie Price’s Heartbreaking Early Morning Chaos: Harvey Smashes £3,000 TV, Forcing Emotional Decision to Send Him Back to College

By Showbiz Correspondent December 23, 2025

Katie Price has opened up about a distressing incident at home that left her “sad and knackered,” revealing she was forced to send her eldest son Harvey back to his residential college a day earlier than planned after he smashed her £3,000 television in a 6am outburst. The former glamour model, 47, shared the raw details on Snapchat, highlighting the ongoing challenges of caring for Harvey, 23, who lives with multiple complex disabilities.

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In a video posted in June 2025, Katie filmed the aftermath, confronting Harvey calmly as she asked: “What has Mummy just heard?” He replied straightforwardly: “Smashing the TV.” When pressed on why, Harvey said it had made him angry, though Katie later noted off-camera that nothing was even playing on the screen at the time. The incident woke her abruptly, and after clearing up the mess, she decided to advance his return to college, telling him: “You were going tomorrow… but you’re going now.” Harvey’s resigned “Oh god” captured the emotional weight of the moment, with Katie calling the situation “sad.”

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Harvey, who is partially blind due to septo-optic dysplasia, autistic, and has Prader-Willi syndrome—a rare genetic condition causing constant hunger and learning difficulties—lives full-time at a specialist residential college. Katie has been candid about the toll these episodes take, admitting she’s often left exhausted. This isn’t the first time; over the years, Harvey has damaged multiple TVs, windows, and other items during meltdowns, a common challenge with his conditions. Despite the destruction, Katie emphasizes her unwavering love, and Harvey apologized, promising it wouldn’t happen again.

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Amid the difficulties, there’s positive news on Harvey’s health. In late November 2025, Katie proudly announced he had lost an impressive five stone (around 70 pounds) without weight-loss injections, bringing his weight down to approximately 161.5kg. She shared photos of him on the scales, beaming in his favorite frog headband, captioning one: “I can’t believe this is how much Harv weighs now!” Doctors have discussed options like Mounjaro jabs or a new trial drug for further progress, as Prader-Willi makes weight management extremely challenging. Earlier in the year, his weight neared 30 stone, raising serious health concerns including heart risks.

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Katie has faced battles securing suitable care for Harvey, including funding issues amid her bankruptcies and a brief withdrawal from a previous college. She advocates tirelessly for disability awareness, often sharing their journey to educate others. Fans praised her resilience, with many commenting on her strength as a single mum raising five children while navigating personal and financial struggles.

This latest incident underscores the unpredictable realities of parenting a child with complex needs—no day is routine, and breakages come with the territory. Yet Katie remains devoted, balancing tough decisions with celebration of Harvey’s achievements. As she continues updates on his college life and health, supporters send messages of encouragement, reminding her she’s not alone in these heartfelt moments.

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