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Daily Mirror
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Inside Vanessa Feltz's ex Ben's whirlwind romance and wedding after series of swipes
Vanessa Feltz's ex-fiancé, Ben Ofoedu, recently tied the knot with his new partner, Vanessa Brown, in a sweet ceremony in Cumbria, marking a 'new beginning' Vanessa Feltz's ex Ben Ofoedu recently tied the knot with his new partner after getting down on one knee to propose to her in New York City earlier this year. TV presenter Vanessa, 63, and the Phats and Small singer, 53, were together for 16 years and were ready for marriage before calling time on their relationship after he cheated on her. With Ben now married to Vanessa Brown, his ex Vanessa couldn't help but take a swipe at him. It comes after Ben seemingly made a dig of his own. Following his ceremony at a stunning Cumbria castle, he explained how his nuptials were 'a new beginning' and said: "I wasted 17 years of my life." While discussing spouses on her Channel 5 show, she said to the other stars: "And I'm sitting here single, single and all alone." Ben and his new wife met last year while he was with his old girlfriend, Precious. The couple met at an awards ceremony in April of that year, but they didn't get together until a few months later. Vanessa, who is an aesthetics expert who is over two decades younger than Ben, had the happiest shock of her life when Ben got down on one knee to propose to her in Central Park in New York City in February. 'Vanessa was completely surprised. They were walking through the park, reminiscing about Elf, when Ben suddenly proposed,' a source told The Sun at the time. 'It was so heartfelt — happy tears, laughter, and, of course, an immediate yes!' Six months later, they tied the knot in a gorgeous ceremony at Rose Castle in Cumbria. In pictures shared online, the £100k ceremony featured famous faces and a lavish drone show. Ben rocked a cream suit and black shirt for the ceremony while Vanessa sported a strapless lace gown. Among the 72 guests were the likes of Boyzone's Keith Duffy, S Club 7's Bradley McIntosh, and 911's Lee Brennan. Ben's best man was none other than Shane Lynch. Ben's former Phats & Small bandmate, Rodney Williams, also gave a heartfelt speech during the special evening. When it was time for Ben and Vanessa's first dance, they opted for the band's own song, Every Day I Love You. Guests were treated to Jeal-Noel Geritage Champagne and watched in awe when it was time for the drone show, which depicted the couple's love story. The couple shared their love story in their order of service, which read: "We met on the 19th April 2024 at the Elite Awards in Carlisle – a night we will never forget. It just so happened that Ben was performing [at the event] with Boyz on Block as a last-minute addition after Boyzlife [comprising Boyzone's Duffy and Westlife's Brian McFadden] had to cancel. If Brian and Keith had not stepped back, Ben wouldn't have been on that stage, and we might never have met. 'After the show, we ended up chatting – nothing planned or forced. That conversation sparked something real, and everything changed from there. Since that night, we've packed a lifetime into a year. Then, in February 2025, during the most unforgettable trip to New York, Ben proposed. Now standing here on our wedding day with all of you, it's surreal and beautiful to think how it all began.' Speaking to MailOnline following his big day, Ben said: "I have always wanted to be married since I was seven years old. I always wanted to be with someone who would take my surname. "I almost gave up on marriage, thinking there wasn't a lady that would walk down the aisle for me. I can't believe the day has come, it is a dream come true. It feels like I've been waiting for this moment all my life. This is the finale of the chapter that was 17 years of my life."
Scottish Sun
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Vanessa Feltz takes subtle swipe at ex Ben Ofoedu after his wedding – live on C5 show
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) VANESSA Feltz appeared to take a subtle swipe at ex fiance Ben Ofoedu after his marriage this week during a live chat on her Channel 5 show. Phats & Small singer Ben, best known for his biggest hit Turn Around, said I Do with new wife Vanessa Brown on Wednesday - five months after proposing on Valentine's Day in New York. 7 Vanessa Feltz appeared to take a subtle swipe at ex Ben Ofoedu after his wedding Credit: Channel 5 7 The broadcaster was chatting about working with partners on her C5 show, Vanessa Credit: Channel 5 7 She told how she was 'single and alone' following her split with singer Ben 7 Ben said I Do to wife Vanessa Brown this week Ben, 53, called time on his engagement with Vanessa, 63, in 2023 after 16 years together, was dating his now-wife just weeks before he popped the question. He appeared to take his own dig at former fiance Vanessa following the special occasion in a stunning Cumbria castle, telling how his nuptials were 'a new beginning' and added: "I wasted 17 years of my life." Now broadcasting legend Vanessa appears to have hit back. Speaking on her daytime talk show Vanessa, she nattered to Carrie and David Grant, former Strictly star James Jordan and her daughter, Saskia Joss. In the discussion about working with their respective spouses, James said of teaming up with fellow professional dancer Ola "for us its always worked." After Carrie and Saskia gushed about their working dynamics, Vanessa quipped: "And I'm sitting here single, single and all alone." She then moved on and said: "Alright let's get straight into our first topic." Yet later in the show, the anchor hinted the subject had resurfaced. Vanessa teased that there were 'censored' conversations with her guests during the break. She didn't disclose what the chats were about - but the guests were all laughing as the theme tune played out. It came a day after she was spotted all smiles as she partied with pal Myleene Klass following her MBE accolade, just hours after Ben's ceremony. BEN'S CATTY SWIPE While the pair were partying, Ben took a catty swipe at his ex as he said I Do. Inside Ben Ofoedu and fiance Vanessa's 'no expense spared' three-day wedding with HUGE boyband star best man and luxury fairground as they set date for nuptials New husband Ben then told MailOnline: "I have always wanted to be married since I was seven years old. I always wanted to be with someone who would take my surname. "I almost gave up on marriage, thinking there wasn't a lady that would walk down the aisle for me. "I can't believe the day has come, it is a dream come true. It feels like I've been waiting for this moment all my life. "This is the finale of the chapter that was 17 years of my life." Vanessa Feltz and Ben Ofoedu relationship timeline 2005 The couple meet at a Christmas party after being introduced by mutual friend Keith Duffy. Ben tells OK! years later: 'My first impression of you Feltzy was cheeky, very very cheeky and very very quick-witted." 2016 The pair get engaged in December in Ireland after a whirlwind romance. Ben pulls out all the stops, covering their hotel bed in red roses. 2020 Ben teases on Loose Women that a ceremony is imminent. He says: "I think we'll be making an announcement very, very soon. 2022 The stance changes significantly. Vanessa tells OK!: "I do think 'never say never', but I certainly haven't made any plans for a wedding and I think we're quite happy this way." 2023 Shocked Vanessa announces the relationship is over, heartbroken by Ben's infidelity. An insider also told The Sun: 'Ben's never been happier. He's always wanted to get married and knew Vanessa was the one instantly." Back in April, Ben revealed no expense was going to be spared in order to make it the perfect day. He told us: "There's a three-day wedding celebration. We've got a summer soiree the night before, a barbecue, then the whole day of celebrations the day after and then a farewell brunch. "So it'll be jam-packed." FELTZ'S PAIN TV star Vanessa dumped her fiancé Ben two years ago after suspicions that he had cheated on her with several women. The This Morning segment presenter spoke of her 'shock' and 'heartbreak' over the singer's suspected infidelity at the time. Amid a string of allegations that Ben cheated with a number of women, Vanessa was horrified to discover his 'double life'. It was understood she discovered a trail of emails and social media messages that led her to uncover the infidelity. She told fans of her TalkTV drive time show that despite the "sadness" and "shock", she wouldn't let it get her down. Vanessa said: "People who have been reading about my private life over the weekend will know that my 16-year relationship has come to an end. "I have said, I'm very sad. I'm very shocked, but I am going to soldier forth. I hope to rise like a phoenix from the ashes and all of that." The TV presenter revealed a dramatic two stone weight loss after the painful break-up. 7 Vanessa made her comments 24 hours after Ben's nuptials Credit: Channel 5 7 Ben appeared to take his own swipe at his broadcaster ex shortly after his ceremony Credit: Getty
Scottish Sun
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Vanessa Feltz parties with Myleene Klass as ex fiance marries new wife in £100,000 castle wedding
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) VANESSA Feltz glammed up in a pink frock and hit the town with pal Myleene Klass just hours after her ex fiance married his new wife. The popular broadcaster - who revealed a dramatic two stone weight loss after the painful break-up - was all smiles as she marked her I'm A Celeb star mate getting an MBE. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 7 Vanessa Feltz looked pretty in pink as she stepped out in London in a summer dress Credit: Instagram 7 She joined pal Myleene Klass to celebrate her being bestowed an MBE for her campaign work on miscarriage Credit: Getty 7 At the same time, Ben Ofoedu said I Do with Vanessa Lana Brown Vanessa, 63, who told how she felt her "heart had stopped pumping" after she and Ben Ofoedu, 53, called time on their engagement in 2023 - bravely brushed aside any personal hurt as she stepped out in London. She arrived at swanky venue Gymkhana is a summery ruffle dress which flattered her glowing tan, paired with shimmery silver sandals. She styled her blonde hair in loose waves over her shoulders and added a pop of mascara and metallic eyeshadow. As her ex married new partner Vanessa Brown in a stunning castle ceremony, she posed with former Hear'Say hitmaker Myleene, who donned a white suit and had pinned her MBE to her lapel. The musician and campaigner scooped the accolade from King Charles at Windsor Castle for her services to campaigning on miscarriage. Vanessa, who dated Ben for 16 years, is clearly in a happier chapter two years on from her break-up. BEN'S CATTY SWIPE While the pair were partying Phats & Small singer Ben, best known for his biggest hit Turn Around, took a swipe at his ex as he said I Do. Ben, who was previously engaged to TV presenter Vanessa, said the special occasion was 'a new beginning', adding: "I wasted 17 years of my life." He married on Wednesday - five months after proposing to new wife Vanessa on Valentine's Day in New York - having started dating just weeks before. New husband Ben then told MailOnline: "I have always wanted to be married since I was seven years old. I always wanted to be with someone who would take my surname. Vanessa Feltz's ex fiancé buys £1.8m home in posh London street with new girlfriend "I almost gave up on marriage, thinking there wasn't a lady that would walk down the aisle for me. "I can't believe the day has come, it is a dream come true. It feels like I've been waiting for this moment all my life. "This is the finale of the chapter that was 17 years of my life." An insider also told The Sun: 'Ben's never been happier. He's always wanted to get married and knew Vanessa was the one instantly." Vanessa Feltz and Ben Ofoedu relationship timeline 2005 The couple meet at a Christmas party after being introduced by mutual friend Keith Duffy. Ben tells OK! years later: 'My first impression of you Feltzy was cheeky, very very cheeky and very very quick-witted." 2016 The pair get engaged in December in Ireland after a whirlwind romance. Ben pulls out all the stops, covering their hotel bed in red roses. 2020 Ben teases on Loose Women that a ceremony is imminent. He says: "I think we'll be making an announcement very, very soon. 2022 The stance changes significantly. Vanessa tells OK!: "I do think 'never say never', but I certainly haven't made any plans for a wedding and I think we're quite happy this way." 2023 Shocked Vanessa announces the relationship is over, heartbroken by Ben's infidelity. Back in April Ben revealed no expense was going to be spared in order to make it the perfect day. He told us: "There's a three-day wedding celebration. We've got a summer soiree the night before, a barbecue, then the whole day of celebrations the day after and then a farewell brunch. So it'll be jam-packed." FELTZ'S PAIN TV star Vanessa dumped her fiancé Ben two years ago after suspicions that he had cheated on her with several women. The This Morning segment presenter spoke of her 'shock' and 'heartbreak' over the singer's suspected infidelity at the time. Amid a string of allegations that Ben cheated with a number of women, Vanessa was horrified to discover his 'double life'. It was understood she discovered a trail of emails and social media messages that led her to uncover the infidelity. She told fans of her TalkTV drive time show that despite the "sadness" and "shock", she wouldn't let it get her down. Vanessa said: "People who have been reading about my private life over the weekend will know that my 16-year relationship has come to an end. "I have said, I'm very sad. I'm very shocked, but I am going to soldier forth. I hope to rise like a phoenix from the ashes and all of that." She added: "Meanwhile, I'm feeling that brokenhearted thing, you know where your heart hurts." 7 Vanessa beamed and brushed off the significance of the day Credit: Instagram 7 She split with Ben in January 2023 Credit: Getty 7 Ben took a swipe at his ex and told how he had 'wasted' 17 years of his life Credit: Getty
