Fearne Cotton Moves On After Split From Jesse Wood

Fearne Cotton has been in the public eye for many years, initially as a children’s TV presenter and later as a radio host and podcast creator. Recently, she has been navigating significant changes in her personal life, specifically the end of her marriage to Jesse Wood.

Separation and New Relationship

After ten years of marriage, Fearne Cotton and Jesse Wood announced their separation in December. Cotton, 43, shared the news via social media, emphasizing that their children would remain their priority. The couple has two children together, Rex, 11, and Honey, 8. Wood also has two children from a previous marriage, to whom Cotton has been a stepmother.

Just a few months after the announcement, Cotton has reportedly found a new relationship with TV director Elliot Hegarty. The two were seen together in public, confirming rumors that they have been dating since January. Hegarty, who has worked on projects such as ‘Ted Lasso’, ‘Cheaters’, and TV adaptations of David Walliams’ books, also recently ended his marriage.

Details of the New Romance

Sources indicate that Cotton and Hegarty’s friendship evolved into a romance after both experienced the end of their respective marriages. They have been seen kissing and holding hands in London, and Cotton has reportedly introduced Hegarty to her friends. According to an insider, Cotton is happy and smiling again.

Hegarty reportedly ended his marriage to his wife Laura, the mother of his three children, shortly after Cotton’s separation from Wood. The Sun reported that Hegarty ended his marriage on Boxing Day.

Jesse Wood’s Reaction

Jesse Wood, a guitarist, is reportedly upset by the news of Cotton’s new relationship. Wood’s last social media post was on Cotton’s birthday on September 3.

Past Challenges in Marriage

Prior to their split, Cotton and Wood faced challenges in their marriage. Cotton had spoken about the strain caused by Wood’s touring schedule with his band Reef, and they had acknowledged struggling to find time for each other. Cotton confessed that their marriage had been ‘suffering’ as far back as 2019. Problems reportedly came to a head after a ‘screaming match’.

Fearne Cotton’s Career and Personal Struggles

Fearne Cotton has been open about her personal struggles, including undergoing therapy to manage self-criticism. This was a topic she explored on her podcast, ‘Happy Place’, which focuses on the positive impact of therapy. Cotton also revealed a health scare involving tumors on her jawline.

Moving Forward

Cotton has moved out of the family home in West London. She has expressed excitement about the future. Her podcast ‘Happy Place’ continues to thrive.

Background on Fearne Cotton

Fearne Cotton gained recognition in the 1990s as a children’s TV presenter. She later hosted shows on BBC Radio. She has become a well-known figure in the media and is known for her work in television and radio.