Long celebrated—and critiqued—for living life in the public eye, Katie Price (47) has now confirmed she is pregnant with husband Lee Andrews’ baby. The news broke on 14 February 2024, shaking up not only her millions of followers but also several figures from Lee’s past. The couple’s rapid wedding in Dubai just a month earlier already turned heads. But when exes entered the chat? Things got lively.
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The story behind Katie Price and Lee Andrews’ love match
Katie Price isn’t new to headline-grabbing romances, but her relationship with Lee Andrews has moved at lightning speed. After a swift engagement, the pair wed in a sudden ceremony in Dubai, only to find themselves at the centre of a tabloid storm. And as if her nuptials weren't bold enough, Katie chose Valentine’s Day to announce:
enjoy watching us build out empire as I'm having his child I'll enjoy the ride and big d**k energy now that I'm in the saddle...
Her declaration was aimed firmly at Lee's ex, with no room for interpretation.
Lee, for his part, added fuel to the fire, posting a photo of the couple captioned
Perfect couple, soon to be triple.
Their public declarations left little doubt: the newlyweds wanted the world to know exactly where they stood.
Exes weigh in: Alana Percival and Crystal Janke get personal
No Price scandal is complete without a chorus of critics. Soon after Katie and Lee made things official, exes, including Alana Percival and Crystal Janke, spoke out on social media. Alana openly accused Lee of repeating gestures, saying he used similar romantic moves with her before. She didn’t hold back:
Women look after women. I thought it was all a lie too until I had to find out the hard way... you want proof of everything, it's waiting for you...
The allegations didn't stop there—claims of scams and questionable behaviour followed, with Lee repeatedly denying everything.
Katie fired back, directly addressing Alana:
I'm married to @wesleeandrews the man you want and will never have again. Your constant lies and put downs is clearly showing how bitter you are, go live your life little girl.
The online spat captured intense public attention, fuelling even more intrigue around the relationship and the pregnancy itself. Media outlets like The Sun and Channel 4 picked up on every twist and turn, underscoring how divided reactions have become.
Struggles with fertility and loss: Katie Price opens up
This pregnancy comes after a difficult road. Katie Price, already mum to five, didn’t hide her struggles with fertility. Her journey featured on the 2023 Channel 4 series "Katie Price: Making Babies," where she documented failed IVF attempts. She’s even discussed plans for surrogacy, though those ambitions ultimately didn’t materialise. Around Christmas 2024, she and former partner JJ Slater faced heartbreak after an unplanned pregnancy ended in miscarriage.
In an honest moment to The Sun, she reflected:
Did I cry or not? I don't really know, but I was just really sad because we went from joy and relief that I could get pregnant naturally, to confusion, heartbreak and sadness.
Katie has also talked about navigating perimenopause and its relentless symptoms, giving fans a window into her reality beyond the headlines.
A public always watching: reactions, speculation, and the next chapter
Every time Katie Price shares her private life, she stirs debate. Her pregnancy news—with its blend of hope, bravado and vulnerability—has sparked widespread reaction. For some, it’s proof of her resilience; for others, it’s another tabloid moment. But as Katie herself said, she’s ready for the ride—online critics and exes included. What will the next months hold for her, Lee, and their fast-expanding empire?
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Katie Price 'confirms' pregnancy and says 'I'm having his baby' in shock rant at husband's ex
