Fern Britton and Phil Vickery were married in 2000 but split in 2020. Fern has now opened up about her thoughts on future romance, hinting that she would contemplate a relationship after her ex-husband cryptically hinted at past regrets. Fern, 66, and Phil, 62, share a daughter named Winifred, and Phil is also step-dad to Fern’s three older children from a previous marriage. While Fern has said she wouldn’t want to get married or live with a man again, she expressed a desire for a bit of romance and someone to talk to at the end of the day.
Recently, Fern appeared on ITV’s Lorraine and revealed that she is not currently dating but the idea of some romance appeals to her. She also mentioned that she wouldn’t want to fall in love again, contrasting Louis Walsh’s suggestion on the Celebrity Big Brother show that Fern might have fun and fall in love with the right person. Phil Vickery, on the other hand, posted a cryptic message on social media that was later deleted. The message hinted at regret over potentially ending up with something worse after messing up something good in the past.
Fern’s appearance on Celebrity Big Brother saw her discussing romance and love with Louis Walsh, with whom she was housed. Fern expressed her reluctance to fall in love again, despite the possibility of having romance in her life. While she ruled out getting married or living with someone again, she mentioned that a bit of romance and companionship at the end of the day would be nice. Phil Vickery’s cryptic message on social media has led fans to speculate on whether it was about his past relationship with Fern and hints at potential regrets over their split in 2020.
After more than 20 years of marriage, Fern and Phil announced their split in 2020, with Fern emphasizing that they would always share a great friendship and co-parent their children. Following their separation, Fern has appeared on various platforms to discuss her views on future romance and relationships, indicating a desire for companionship without the commitment of marriage. The recent revelations come in the wake of both Fern and Phil reflecting on their past relationship and potentially hinting at regrets or missed opportunities.
The news of Fern and Phil’s split in 2020 shocked fans, especially after their long marriage, but they have remained amicable co-parents. Fern’s recent comments on romance and companionship suggest a willingness to open up to new possibilities while ruling out marriage or cohabitation. Phil’s cryptic message and Fern’s response to Louis Walsh’s comments on love indicate a complicated emotional landscape as the pair navigate their post-marriage lives. Fans of the former couple continue to speculate on the significance of their public statements and the underlying emotions at play.
