Katie Price Confirms Pregnancy, Addresses Criticism Amidst Whirlwind Romance
Katie Price has announced she is expecting a baby with her husband, Lee Andrews, just weeks after a surprise wedding in Dubai. The news, shared via social media, was accompanied by a pointed response to criticism surrounding her relationship and a direct rebuke of Andrews’ ex-fiancée, Alana Percival.
The announcement follows a remarkably swift courtship, with Price and Andrews reportedly meeting online and purchasing wedding rings before even meeting in person. The Dubai ceremony marked Price’s fourth marriage and ninth engagement, raising eyebrows among family, and fans. Sources close to Price have indicated her children were unaware of the wedding plans, fueling concerns about the speed of the relationship.
Price’s social media post directly addressed Percival, accusing her of bitterness and irrelevance. She wrote, “I know all about you and who you are… I’m the real woman he has found and deserves… I’ll enjoy the ride and big d**k energy now that I’m in the saddle.” She concluded with a dismissive message to Percival, telling her to “disappear back under that bridge.”
The pregnancy announcement is particularly noteworthy given Price’s well-documented struggles with fertility. In recent years, she has openly discussed her attempts at IVF, including a two-part Channel 4 documentary series, Katie Price: Making Babies, which chronicled the emotional and physical challenges of the process. The series revealed dwindling hormone levels and a diminishing egg supply, highlighting the biological realities of conceiving later in life.
Despite the unsuccessful IVF treatments, Price expressed a continued desire for a sixth child. She explored alternative options, including surrogacy, but that path also encountered obstacles. A potential surrogate ultimately withdrew, alleging disrespectful treatment from Price.
Prior to her marriage to Andrews, Price experienced heartbreak with a miscarriage around Christmas 2024 with then-partner JJ Slater. She described the experience as devastating, having initially felt relief at discovering a natural pregnancy after years of fertility treatments.
Andrews himself has faced scrutiny following the couple’s marriage. Allegations have surfaced regarding his past, including claims of a previous jail sentence and a travel ban, which he has denied. Concerns have also been raised about the authenticity of his online persona, with some questioning his use of AI filters.
Price has defended Andrews against these accusations, dismissing them as the product of “bitter people and snakes.” In a recent YouTube video, she emphasized her agency and happiness, stating, “I’m a grown a**e woman… I’ve learned a lot… I’m not stupid, I know what I’m doing and if I’m happy that’s all that matters.”
The speed and unconventional nature of Price and Andrews’ relationship have drawn considerable attention, particularly given Price’s history of highly publicized romances and personal struggles. The couple’s decision to marry after only two weeks of knowing each other, and the subsequent pregnancy announcement, have fueled speculation and debate.
Price’s announcement arrives as she navigates perimenopause, a transitional period leading up to menopause characterized by hormonal fluctuations and associated symptoms. She has openly discussed experiencing night sweats and other changes, and has undergone blood tests to assess her hormonal health.
The couple’s whirlwind romance and the ensuing controversy underscore the ongoing public fascination with Price’s personal life. While she has consistently maintained a willingness to share her experiences, the latest developments have sparked renewed scrutiny and debate about her choices and the motivations of those around her.
As Price prepares for motherhood once again, she continues to address criticism and defend her relationship, signaling a determination to navigate this new chapter on her own terms.
