The marriage between rugby star Danny Cipriani and mental health campaigner Victoria has reportedly crumbled, with friends suggesting that the cause lies in the sordid revelations of Danny’s sexual past found in his autobiography.
The couple, who tied the knot in April 2021, recently ended their two-and-a-half-year marriage following heated disputes over text messages discovered on Danny’s phone.
Autobiography Controversy: Victoria’s Reservations and Outrage
Victoria, aged 42, expressed reservations about the explicit content in Danny’s autobiography, titled “Who Am I?,” released in September.
The book detailed Danny’s past encounters, including claims of sleeping with three women a day.
Victoria questioned why certain chapters, which she had asked him not to write, were included.
Sources close to her suggest that the revelations about Danny’s sex life may have played a role in the unexpected separation.
Privacy Concerns: Victoria’s Desire for Control
Known for her privacy, Victoria had concerns about the unwanted attention on their relationship due to Danny’s high-profile status.
The couple had differing views on what to share publicly, with Victoria preferring control over their public image.
While she willingly shared intimate details like her IVF battle, the explicit stories in Danny’s book, especially regarding his past lovers, proved challenging for her to accept, leading to strain in their relationship.
Autobiographical Flashbacks: Danny’s Past Relationships and Troubles
The autobiography delves into Danny’s tumultuous past relationships, including high-profile romances with models Kelly Brook and Katie Price, as well as Hollywood personality Lindsay Lohan.
A significant revelation involves a turbulent incident with Kelly Brook in Las Vegas, where a suggestion led to a heated argument and self-harm by Danny.
Oversharing Strains Relationship: Victoria’s Discomfort
Danny’s penchant for sharing intimate details, both in the autobiography and publicly on social media, became a source of tension in the marriage.
Victoria was reportedly irked by his tendency to discuss their relationship in public, even expressing displeasure when he confirmed their separation on Instagram.
Privacy Request Amidst Divorce: Victoria’s Instagram Plea
In response to Danny’s public announcement of their separation, Victoria took to Instagram to request privacy during this delicate time.
She emphasized her desire to navigate the situation without unnecessary intrusion, expressing her discontent with Danny disclosing their relationship status on social media.
Autobiography Fallout Sparks Unexpected Chapter in Marriage
The fallout from Danny Cipriani’s autobiography, revealing explicit details of his past, appears to have played a role in the breakdown of his marriage to Victoria.
The clash between their desires for privacy and Danny’s penchant for oversharing has led to a new chapter in their relationship, marked by separation and public scrutiny.
As the couple moves forward independently, the echoes of the autobiography revelations continue to resonate in the aftermath of their unexpected split.
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