Jamie Laing recently achieved an incredible feat by running 150 miles in five days for Comic Relief, raising over £2 million in the process.
While fans praised his dedication, many were left wondering why one key figure—his close friend Spencer Matthews—was nowhere to be seen during the challenge.
Support from Friends, But No Spencer Matthews
Jamie’s grueling journey from London to Salford saw several friends join him for parts of the run, including Oliver Proudlock, Leanne Quigley, and Greg James.
Yet Spencer’s absence stood out, especially given his background in endurance running—he famously completed 30 marathons in 30 days across the Jordanian desert.
This noticeable absence reignited rumors that Jamie and Spencer’s once-tight friendship had strained in recent years.
Wedding Fallout: The Root of the Rift?
Speculation about their drifting friendship dates back to 2023, when Spencer revealed he was hurt after being excluded from Jamie’s legal wedding ceremony in London.
While Spencer and his wife, Vogue Williams, attended Jamie and Sophie Habboo’s Spanish wedding celebration, they hadn’t been invited to the earlier civil ceremony at Chelsea Registry Office.
Instead, Spencer was on a family holiday in Portugal at the time.
After fans voiced their confusion, Spencer addressed the issue on his podcast with Vogue, clarifying that he hadn’t snubbed Jamie’s wedding—he simply wasn’t invited.
Spencer admitted he was frustrated by the oversight, saying he would have “flown to Japan” if it meant being there for his friend.
Vogue backed her husband, recalling how hurt Spencer had been when learning he’d been left out.
Jamie Admits to His Mistake
Jamie later acknowledged his error during a conversation on his NearlyWeds podcast, explaining that he mistakenly assumed Spencer and Vogue were unavailable.
While the two couples seemed to have patched things up after that heartfelt discussion, their bond hasn’t appeared the same since.
Podcast Fallout and Friendship Drift
Further signs of tension emerged when Jamie and Spencer’s popular podcast 6 Degrees from Jamie and Spencer abruptly ended in November.
Reports claimed that Vogue had urged Spencer to step away from the project, adding to speculation about the strained dynamic between the two friends.
Spencer’s Low-Key Response and Jamie’s Emotional Thanks
Despite the tension, Spencer publicly expressed support for Jamie’s Comic Relief run via Instagram but didn’t show up in person.
Meanwhile, Jamie thanked his “great friends” for their support on his NewlyWeds podcast, notably highlighting Ollie Proudlock’s surprise visit and expressing heartfelt gratitude for his wife Sophie’s presence at the finish line.
What’s Next for Their Friendship?
Fans continue to speculate on what may have happened between Jamie and Spencer, especially since the pair were once inseparable.
With their friendship now under the spotlight, many are left wondering if they’ll ever rekindle their former bond.