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The Irish Sun
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
The big row that's rocking Alesha Dixon's relationship with her man of 12 years – just months after they reunited
ALESHA Dixon reconciled with her partner of 12-years Azuka Ononye back in April after a 'really rocky patch' left their relationship on the brink. But insiders claim the Britain's Got Talent judge's romance has hit another rough patch - and it all boils down to one big question. Advertisement 6 A 'really rocky patch' left Alesha Dixon and Azuka Ononye's relationship on the brink Credit: Getty 6 The couple, who have two children, reconciled back in April Credit: Getty 6 But insiders claim the Britain's Got Talent judge's romance has hit another rough patch Credit: Handout Those close to Azuka say the choreographer, who has two daughters with Alesha, is struggling to come to terms with Alesha's refusal to marry him - despite him asking multiple times. In recent weeks, pals tell me, the issue has become a recurring argument between them - with Azuka unable to convince Alesha that marriage is the way forward for them. Advertisement Alesha, 46, was previously married to rapper A friend said: 'Azuka wants Alesha to be his wife and thinks marriage is the way forward for them after everything that has happened over the past six months. 'He has proposed but to no avail. 'It's becoming an argument that keeps coming up between them and Azuka is finding it hard to move past it. 'He is a proud man and wants Alesha to be his wife. His parents have said the same and think marriage is the way forward. They've applied some pressure too, which has led to rows between Alesha and Azuka. Advertisement 'It's been a difficult six months but this feels like another bump in the road they can't get past.' Over a decade ago, Alesha revealed that Azuka had proposed to her multiple times but joked he wasn't serious. Speaking about their relationship on Piers Morgan's Life Stories programme, she said: 'He's asked me about five times but I won't take him seriously. Alesha Dixon SPLITS from father of her two kids after 12 years - but reveals why they're still living together 'He asks me when he's jokey and I won't take him seriously until he does it properly.' Those close to Azuka say he has since proposed properly but that Alesha has stonewalled his attempts. Advertisement 'Azuka says he can't work out why Alesha won't marry him,' the friend said. 'He thinks this could be the making of them and something that would help them properly move past everything that has happened. 'It's become a bit of a stalemate again. He's leaning on his friends for support but it's difficult for him.' 6 Azuka and Alesha at Ant McPartlin's wedding but the former Mis-Teeq singer seems to be stalling on a marriage to her beau Credit: Splash Alesha previously called Azuka her 'best friend' and said she had found the love of her life in the dancer. Advertisement But then in November last year, those close to Alesha said she had confided in them that their relationship had run its course. STAR'S BREAK-UP This March A month later, those close to the couple confirmed they were giving their romance another try. A close source said: 'They went through a really rocky patch and decided to call it a day. It had been difficult for a long time and Alesha just couldn't see a way forward. 'AZ even moved out to a hotel for a while, despite the fact they were co-parenting. Advertisement 'But there is still a huge amount of feeling between them. They've been together for 12 years and have two beautiful children. 'So they have decided to give it one last try. "They both desperately want to be a family again and are going to do all it takes to make it work.' WEDDING CONFLICT At the time, those close to Alesha admitted they ' And now Azuka's friends say they feel the same - with the talk of weddings driving a wedge between them. One added: 'Without a wedding on the horizon, Azuka doesn't know what to do. Advertisement 'He wants Alesha to be his wife but she isn't budging. 'It's another hurdle they've come up against and it seems there isn't a way they can move past it.' Who is Alesha Dixon's partner Azuka Ononye? Azuka Ononye was born December 14, 1980 and is best known for his work as a dancer, creator director and choreographer. He has worked with the likes of Sade, Whitney Houston, Madonna , Duffy, Pixie Lott , Estelle, Ashanti and Cheryl to name a few. Azuka's advertising credits include major brands such as Guinness, Captain Morgan, , T-Mobile, Specsavers, Superdrug , ESPN, Sky , DFS and Argos and many more. Azula first met They have two children together. 6 Azuka 'is struggling to come to terms with Alesha's refusal to marry him' Credit: PA 6 Alesha and Azuka share two daughters together Credit: Social Media - Refer to Source
Scottish Sun
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
The big row that's rocking Alesha Dixon's relationship with her man of 12 years – just months after they reunited
A month after their split, those close to the couple confirmed they were giving their romance another try LOVE AND WAR The big row that's rocking Alesha Dixon's relationship with her man of 12 years – just months after they reunited ALESHA Dixon reconciled with her partner of 12-years Azuka Ononye back in April after a 'really rocky patch' left their relationship on the brink. But insiders claim the Britain's Got Talent judge's romance has hit another rough patch - and it all boils down to one big question. 6 A 'really rocky patch' left Alesha Dixon and Azuka Ononye's relationship on the brink Credit: Getty 6 The couple, who have two children, reconciled back in April Credit: Getty 6 But insiders claim the Britain's Got Talent judge's romance has hit another rough patch Credit: Handout Those close to Azuka say the choreographer, who has two daughters with Alesha, is struggling to come to terms with Alesha's refusal to marry him - despite him asking multiple times. In recent weeks, pals tell me, the issue has become a recurring argument between them - with Azuka unable to convince Alesha that marriage is the way forward for them. Alesha, 46, was previously married to rapper MC Harvey but their year-long union ended in heartbreak after his affair with singer Javine Hilton. A friend said: 'Azuka wants Alesha to be his wife and thinks marriage is the way forward for them after everything that has happened over the past six months. 'He has proposed but to no avail. 'It's becoming an argument that keeps coming up between them and Azuka is finding it hard to move past it. 'He is a proud man and wants Alesha to be his wife. His parents have said the same and think marriage is the way forward. They've applied some pressure too, which has led to rows between Alesha and Azuka. 'It's been a difficult six months but this feels like another bump in the road they can't get past.' Over a decade ago, Alesha revealed that Azuka had proposed to her multiple times but joked he wasn't serious. Speaking about their relationship on Piers Morgan's Life Stories programme, she said: 'He's asked me about five times but I won't take him seriously. Alesha Dixon SPLITS from father of her two kids after 12 years - but reveals why they're still living together 'He asks me when he's jokey and I won't take him seriously until he does it properly.' Those close to Azuka say he has since proposed properly but that Alesha has stonewalled his attempts. 'Azuka says he can't work out why Alesha won't marry him,' the friend said. 'He thinks this could be the making of them and something that would help them properly move past everything that has happened. 'It's become a bit of a stalemate again. He's leaning on his friends for support but it's difficult for him.' 6 Azuka and Alesha at Ant McPartlin's wedding but the former Mis-Teeq singer seems to be stalling on a marriage to her beau Credit: Splash Alesha previously called Azuka her 'best friend' and said she had found the love of her life in the dancer. But then in November last year, those close to Alesha said she had confided in them that their relationship had run its course. STAR'S BREAK-UP This March Alesha confirmed the pair had split but said they were living together for the sake of their children. A month later, those close to the couple confirmed they were giving their romance another try. A close source said: 'They went through a really rocky patch and decided to call it a day. It had been difficult for a long time and Alesha just couldn't see a way forward. 'AZ even moved out to a hotel for a while, despite the fact they were co-parenting. 'But there is still a huge amount of feeling between them. They've been together for 12 years and have two beautiful children. 'So they have decided to give it one last try. "They both desperately want to be a family again and are going to do all it takes to make it work.' WEDDING CONFLICT At the time, those close to Alesha admitted they 'weren't convinced' their relationship would last. And now Azuka's friends say they feel the same - with the talk of weddings driving a wedge between them. One added: 'Without a wedding on the horizon, Azuka doesn't know what to do. 'He wants Alesha to be his wife but she isn't budging. 'It's another hurdle they've come up against and it seems there isn't a way they can move past it.' Who is Alesha Dixon's partner Azuka Ononye? Azuka Ononye was born December 14, 1980 and is best known for his work as a dancer, creator director and choreographer. He has worked with the likes of Sade, Whitney Houston, Madonna, Duffy, Pixie Lott, Estelle, Ashanti and Cheryl to name a few. Azuka's advertising credits include major brands such as Guinness, Captain Morgan, Nokia, T-Mobile, Specsavers, Superdrug, ESPN, Sky, DFS and Argos and many more. Azula first met Alesha Dixon on tour in 2006, but they waited a while before becoming a couple. They have two children together. 6 Azuka 'is struggling to come to terms with Alesha's refusal to marry him' Credit: PA
Daily Mirror
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Inside Alesha Dixon's last-ditch attempt to save marriage after 'rocky patch'
Alesha Dixon reportedly confided to friends last year that she had split from Azuka Ononye, her partner of 12 years. But it's now thought the couple are giving their marriage another go Alesha Dixon has rekindled her romance with husband Azuka Ononye after their marriage hit a "really rocky patch" last year, according to reports. Alesha, 46, and Azuka are believed to have started dating in 2007 after meeting on tour and secretly tied the knot ten years later, in 2017. Together they share two daughters, Azura, 11, and Anaya, five. But at the end of 2024, Alesha reportedly confided to friends that she had split from her partner of 12 years because their relationship had become more like a friendship. She further said that they would remain in the same home for the sake of their children—and it was that close proximity that ultimately helped spark their relationship. A source told the Sun:"They went through a really rocky patch and decided to call it a day. It had been difficult for a long time and Alesha just couldn't see a way forward. AZ even moved out to a hotel for a while, despite the fact they were co-parenting. "But there is still a huge amount of feeling between them. They've been together for 12 years and have two beautiful children. So they have decided to give it one last try. "They both desperately want to be a family again and are going to do all it takes to make it work. But Alesha's friends aren't convinced it will last. Ultimately, none of their problems have been fixed, so it's going to be tough." Why Britain's Got Talent's Alesha Dixon is still living with husband a year after split Prior to meeting Azuka - who works as a choreographer and creative director - Alesha was briefly married to So Solid Crew's MC Harvey, but she divorced him following his affair with singer Javine Hylton. She previously spoke about the start of her romance with Azuka during a 2016 appearance on The Jonathan Ross Show. She confirmed that they started out as friends when Alesha was on the road for her music and Azuka was a dancer. "I was kind of playing hard to get for about a year," the star confessed. "And then I had the foot operation and I couldn't walk and he was literally sleeping on the floor looking after me every day. I was just looking at him thinking, 'That is for better or for worse isn't it.' I looked a state, he was sleeping on the floor because I was on the couch, I couldn't even get up the stairs. If he can carry me to the toilet then he's a keeper." Alesha later sweetly admitted she didn't see herself having children until she met her husband. Speaking on their relationship on Giovanna Fletcher's podcast, she shared: "He was the first person that I'd met, that I knew that we could have children together because of our values, our morals, our thinking aligned… "The thought of having children with someone who could do something toxic or show them something toxic that I saw as a child frightened me more than anything in the world."
Metro
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Alesha Dixon 'rekindles relationship with partner of 18 years Azuka Ononye'
Alesha Dixon and Azuka Ononye are said to have gotten back together after reportedly splitting last year. The Britain's Got Talent judge, 46, and her partner of 18 years, 44-year-old choreographer Azuka, had reportedly split in November 2024. The couple met in 2006 and welcomed Azura Sienna, 11, in 2013, and Anaya Safiya, six, in 2019. The pair, who were supposedly still living together despite their estrangement, are now trying to make things work, according to The Sun. A source told the publication: 'They went through a really rocky patch and decided to call it a day. It had been difficult for a long time and Alesha just couldn't see a way forward. Wake up to find news on your TV shows in your inbox every morning with Metro's TV Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your show in the link we'll send you so we can get TV news tailored to you. 'AZ even moved out to a hotel for a while, despite the fact they were co-parenting. But there is still a huge amount of feeling between them. They've been together for 18 years and have two beautiful children. 'So they have decided to give it one last try. They both desperately want to be a family again and are going to do all it takes to make it work. 'But Alesha's friends aren't convinced it will last. Ultimately, none of their problems have been fixed, so it's going to be tough.' Back in March, a source told The Sun: 'Alesha confirmed she's split from Azuka and is navigating that as best she can. 'They are still living together for the sake of their family and are co-parenting.' They continued: 'Alesha headed to Jamaica with her friends to get some sunshine and have a break from her hectic schedule. It was a great tonic and she had a fantastic time.' Alesha, who typically wears a ring on her wedding finger, appeared to be trying to hide her left hand in pictures in recent months. As she arrived for Britain's Got Talent filming earlier this year, she was seen without it in a publicity image. In November, an insider reportedly told the publication that Dixon and Ononye's relationship felt like more of a friendship before their separation. 'Alesha's been quietly telling people close to her that she believes their relationship is over and they're going to separate,' they said. 'She and Azuka have been together almost two decades, but their relationship has become more like a friendship.' The source added that both are 'devoted parents' and 'want to focus on keeping their relationship as amicable as possible for [their daughters] sake.' The pair last appeared on a red carpet together in July 2023 at Stormzy's 30th birthday and have not posted each other on social media for several months. It has never been confirmed whether Alesha and Azuka were ever married, although it was rumored they secretly tied the knot in 2017. She introduced him as her 'lovely husband' during an appearance on Michael McIntyre's Big Show Christmas Special. The last time Azuka featured on Alesha's Instagram was in June when she performed on the BGT live shows with a special cameo from her other half. Speaking previously about their relationship, Alesha, who initially hired Azuka as a backing dancer for her tour, shared that an unfortunate injury brought them close together. 'I had a foot operation, and I couldn't walk. He was literally sleeping on the floor, looking after me every day,' she reminisced of 2006. 'I was just looking at him thinking, 'That is for better or for worse, isn't it?' I looked a state. More Trending 'He was sleeping on the floor because I was on the couch. I couldn't even get up the stairs. If he can carry me to the toilet, he's a keeper.' When asked in 2020 about the possibility of getting down on one knee, given that it was a leap year, she said: 'I wouldn't rule out ever proposing to him. I'm not in a rush to get married but I would definitely be open-minded to it – why not? 'Unless he's down on one knee with a ring then I'm not going to take him seriously.' Ononye was Alesha's second husband, as she was married to British rapper Harvey from 2005 until 2006. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Britain's Got Talent reveals first two finalists after truly chaotic semi-final launch MORE: Britain's Got Talent semi-final 'goes to pot' as two acts derail live performances MORE: Britain's Got Talent judge blasts claim act that sparked hundreds of complaints is 'offensive'
Daily Mail
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Alesha Dixon 'is back together with partner of 18 years Azuka Ononye' as pair 'give it one last try after shock split'
Alesha Dixon has reportedly rekindled her relationship with her partner of 18 years Azuka Ononye - after it was thought that they had split late last year. It was first reported in November 2024 that the Britain's Got Talent judge, 46, and her long-term partner, who share daughters Azura, 10, and Anaya, four, had split. Then last month it was claimed that Alesha had admitted to friends that despite them having broken up, they were still living together. And it appears being under the same roof may have saved their relationship as now The Sun claims they are giving things another go. A source told the publication: 'They went through a really rocky patch and decided to call it a day. It had been difficult for a long time and Alesha just couldn't see a way forward. 'AZ even moved out to a hotel for a while, despite the fact they were co-parenting. But there is still a huge amount of feeling between them. They've been together for 18 years and have two beautiful children. 'So they have decided to give it one last try. They both desperately want to be a family again and are going to do all it takes to make it work. 'But Alesha's friends aren't convinced it will last. Ultimately, none of their problems have been fixed, so it's going to be tough.' A representative for Alesha has been contacted by MailOnline for comment. The star recently enjoyed some time to herself at the £1000-a-night GoldenEye resort in Jamaica, when it was reported that they were still living together. Last month Alesha is said to have confided in pals that her relationship with choreographer Azuka, 44, became 'more of a friendship' before going their separate ways. The pair made their last joint red carpet appearance in July 2023 at Stormzy's star-studded 30th birthday and have not appeared on each other's social media in recent months. The couple were rumoured to have secretly married in 2017 and she introduced him as her 'lovely husband' during an appearance Michael McIntyre's Big Show Christmas Special in December 2017, however neither have confirmed if a wedding took place. They first met in 2006 following Alesha's one year marriage So Solid Crew rapper MC Harvey, following his affair with fellow singer Javine Hylton. Azuka first worked as the former Mis-Teeq back up dancer before being hired as her creative director. Speaking about the relationship on The Jonathan Ross Show in 2018, she admitted playing 'hard to get for about a year'. 'He was sleeping on the floor because I was on the couch, I couldn't even get up the stairs. If he can carry me to the toilet then he's a keeper.' She said: 'Then I had the foot operation and I couldn't walk and he was literally sleeping on the floor looking after me every day. I was just looking at him thinking, 'That is for better or for worse isn't it?' I looked a state.' Alesha gushed over Azuka again during a 2014 appearance on Piers Morgan's Life Stories and said she could 'authentically be herself' when she was with him. 'I don't have to be anything other than who I am and it's a great feeling when you can just be yourself with someone. And it's like being with my best friend every day'. Meanwhile speaking about their family she told Giovanna Fletcher's Happy Mum podcast in 2020: '[Azuka] was the first person that I'd met, that I knew that we could have children together because of our values, our morals, our thinking aligned'. And later told HELLO! in 2022: 'If you choose to have children, you are their first introduction to the world. 'I make a very conscious effort that my daughters have a very loving, supportive home with two parents who are great role models. I feel a sense of responsibility.' They also didn't appear on each other's social media for months ahead of the split. While he doesn't use social media much - he hasn't posted her since 2021. Reports at the start of the year suggested that the couple both attended rapper Nas' concert at London's Royal Albert Hall in November. But the former couple went separately and sat at opposite sides of the venue. Azuka shared a snap of himself with friends on the night, but Alesha was not seen with them. Alesha appeared to have been trying to hide her left hand where she had previously worn a ring on her wedding finger. And in October she was seen without it in a BGT publicity picture.
