It’s funny how time can shift even the most broken relationships.
Twenty-five years ago, Meg Mathews and Noel Gallagher were locked in one of the ugliest celebrity splits the UK had seen.
Fast forward to now, and the former couple seem to have patched things up – not romantically, but as good friends, quietly rebuilding trust and leaning on shared history.
The Early Days: Love, Fame, and Chaos
Back in the early ‘90s, just before Oasis exploded onto the music scene, Noel met Meg – a stylish, outgoing socialite who quickly became his steady support.
As Oasis launched into the Britpop stratosphere with their debut album Definitely Maybe, Meg was always in the wings, helping Noel navigate the madness that came with sudden fame.
They married in Las Vegas in 1997 with an Elvis impersonator as their officiant – classic rock ’n’ roll style.
But like many stories from that era, things eventually fell apart. Their divorce just four years later was brutal.
With rumors of cheating, mental strain, and intense emotional fallout, friends say it left Meg shattered.
Full Circle: Finding Friendship After All These Years
Now both in their late 50s, Meg and Noel appear to have rediscovered each other – not as lovers, but as longtime companions with a complicated but deep bond.
Following Noel’s painful split from his second wife, Sara MacDonald, Meg has been there for him, offering the same kind of support she did decades ago.
Sources close to the pair say there’s no romance in the picture this time – just mutual understanding.
“Meg really gets Noel,” one insider shared. “She knew him when it all began, and they’ve got a shared past that’s hard to replicate.”
Supporting Each Other Through Life’s Changes
Noel, who recently divorced Sara after more than a decade together, reportedly struggled to move on.
Meg, however, stepped up to offer kindness and familiarity during that time.
She even showed up at Oasis reunion gigs – not just as a fan, but as a VIP guest, with her own guest list in tow.
Eyebrows were raised when she left a recent Cardiff gig before the band played Wonderwall – a song Noel famously wrote about her.
Meg later clarified she simply wanted to beat the crowds.
And judging by her Instagram posts filled with throwback pictures of her and Noel, it seems the warm memories have stuck more than the bitterness.
Their Daughter Anais: A Quiet Force Behind It All
Some believe their daughter Anais, now 25, has played a big part in bringing them together.
Others think the nostalgia of the Oasis reunion has done most of the work.
After all, Meg was part of the Oasis story from day one – a kind of unofficial member of the band’s inner circle.
“She was part of the DNA,” said one source.
“Back then, she knew what made the band tick, and Noel always respected her opinion.”
Healthier Lifestyles, Happier Lives
These days, both Meg and Noel have left the wild lifestyle of their youth behind.
Meg is clean and sober, following a wellness-focused routine much like her old Primrose Hill friends, including Sadie Frost and Davinia Taylor.
Noel, while still known to enjoy a drink, has also calmed down.
That lifestyle shift, friends say, has helped them reconnect in a way that feels calm and grounded – a far cry from their chaotic past.
Noel’s New Chapter
Noel is reportedly dating again, although details are scarce.
After his high-profile divorce from Sara – which included a rumored £20 million settlement and the handover of their £8 million London home – a new romance may be just what he needs.
He spent about a year living at Claridge’s Hotel to regroup, sources say, and during that time, Meg remained a steady part of his life thanks to their shared responsibility for Anais.
Anais and the Next Generation of Gallaghers
Anais herself seems to be enjoying life surrounded by music and family again.
She’s often spotted at Oasis gigs with her cousins – Liam’s sons Lennon and Gene – showing that the younger generation of Gallaghers is just as connected.
With Liam and Noel still famously at odds, their children and extended families appear to be bridging the gaps – even if the brothers themselves aren’t exactly hugging it out backstage.
A Bit of Britpop Healing
In the end, the Oasis reunion hasn’t just been about music.
It’s brought healing to a messy chapter in the Gallagher family’s history.
For fans, seeing Noel and Meg on friendly terms adds a new layer to the nostalgia – a sense that some things really can come full circle.
As one insider summed it up: “It’s not just Noel and Liam finding their rhythm again.
Everyone around them is reconnecting too. It’s a kind of Oasis family reunion – and it’s long overdue.”