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Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan ‘swerved his ex Lauren Goodger’ in awkward run in days before pregnancy announcement
Mark and Michelle announced their baby news in a beautiful way
MARK Wright and Michelle Keegan ‘swerved his ex Lauren Goodger’ in an awkward run in, days before their pregnancy announcement.
Michelle, 37, announced she was expecting her first child with Mark, also 37, on Sunday, much to the delight of their many followers.
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But just a matter of days before the reveal, the couple nearly came face to face with Mark’s Towie ex Lauren, while celebrating Mark Wright Senior’s birthday.
Mark Wright Sr was turning 68 at iconic Essex eatery Sheesh, and James Argent was providing the soundtrack of the night.
But upon entering the venue, Michelle and Mark discovered that Mark’s ex Lauren was also there that night.
Former Towie stars Lauren and Mark acrimoniously ended their eight-year relationship on the reality show back in 2012, with Mark later marrying actress Michelle.
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Mark’s sister Jess Wright was spotted passing by Lauren’s Range Rover, so the couple decided to make a discreet exit through a fire door, in a bid to avoid Mark’s ex.
Their Range Rover was then brought around to the car park, so they could quietly leave the Essex venue, and avoid any potential run-ins.
This year, Lauren opened up on the split, on Paul C. Brunson’s podcast, as he said: “So then you end up breaking up with Mark.”
Lauren went on: “I hurt him, he hurt me. We had that chat and I knew I was never going to see him again.”
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Paul then asked: “Were you still in love with him?” to which Lauren candidly replied: “Really honest, I don’t think that sort of love from childhood goes away.
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“Obviously he’s moved on with his life and he’s got to respect that and I respect that, but I would love to say ‘hey how are you? All good?’
“We don’t speak. How can he been seen chatting to me, if someone took a photo of that or said something it could cause a lot of trouble, more than what it is.”
In a separate clip, Lauren says the attention on hers and Mark’s relationship “broke her.”
Meanwhile, Mark and Michelle have said that 2025 will be “a special one” after announcing their baby news with a stunning beach photoshoot.
Mark Wright's career timeline
Since rising to fame over a decade ago as a reality TV star, popular personality Mark Wright has gone on to enjoy a successful career.
- The Only Way is Essex (2010-2011, regular): Mark was an original Towie cast member from its October 2010 launch and spanning series 1-3. He left the programme in 2011 but has returned for a handful of cameos.
- I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here (2011): After leaving Towie, Mark signed up for the famed ITV jungle. He finished in second place behind McFly star Dougie Poynter.
- Heart (2012-2017; 2019 - present): Mark first joined radio station Heart in 2012, leaving five years later to pursue work in the United States. He made a return to the station in July 2019.
- Strictly Come Dancing (2014): The star took to the Strictly ballroom in 2014, finishing fourth behind Caroline Flack, Simon Webbe and Frankie Bridge.
- The Dengineers (2015-2017): Mark was a co-presenter of the children's programme for its first two series. After his departure, later hosts have included Joe Swash and Meryl Fernandes.
- Extra (2017-2020): Mark was an entertainment reporter for this US outlet for three years.
- The Bachelor UK (2019): A revived UK iteration of the popular American dating show. Mark's version of the programme aired on Channel 5.
- The Challenge UK (2023): Another UK rendition of an American format, this aired on Channel 5 in February 2023.
- Clean It, Fix It (2024 - present): Mark has joined the popular BBC daytime show from its fourth series onwards.
Pals told The Sun last night how Fool You Once actress Michelle and Heart DJ Mark were “thrilled” about their baby news.
One said: “Michelle and Mark kept their pregnancy quiet for a long time because they wanted to enjoy every second.
“Starting a family has been something they have wanted to do for a long time.
“They are both in amazing places in their careers and their family home in Essex is all completed.
“The timing could not have been more perfect."
Michelle and Mark's friends inundated them with messages after their Instagram post went live on social media.
Mark’s best friend James Argent commented: “I love you and I’m so happy for you both.
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“You’re going to be amazing parents. I can’t wait to be an Uncle.”
Kelly Brook added: “This is amazing news,” while Helen Flanagan wrote: “So happy for you both.”
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