Peter Andre has long been cast as the dependable, caring father who stepped in to provide stability for his children after his tumultuous marriage to Katie Price.
For years, that image painted him as the “nice guy” who kept the family together.
But recent attention surrounding their daughter Princess Andre’s reality show, The Princess Diaries, has sparked renewed scrutiny of that chapter of Andre’s life, prompting viewers to reassess the couple’s relationship and his behaviour during their marriage.
Social Media Reopens Old Wounds
In recent weeks, clips from the late 2000s showing Andre with Price have circulated widely on social media, causing fans to question his past actions.
Commentators have accused him of being manipulative during their four-year marriage and failing to adequately support Price through her mental health struggles.
Some footage shared online has sparked allegations of narcissistic and misogynistic behaviour, leading many to argue that the singer benefited professionally from his relationship while leaving Price to navigate her personal challenges alone.
Controversial Footage of Harvey Sparks Backlash
Perhaps the most serious criticism comes from a historic clip showing Andre seemingly mocking Price’s autistic and disabled son, Harvey.
The footage, reportedly from between 2005 and 2009, shows Andre asking Harvey to repeat a catchphrase from Little Britain, a popular but increasingly controversial comedy sketch, while Harvey sits in his wheelchair.
The moment drew widespread condemnation online, with viewers describing Andre’s behaviour as “horrible” and “vile.”
Questions About Parenting and Past Behaviour
Old clips of Andre interacting with his biological son, Junior, have also surfaced, raising eyebrows among some viewers.
In one exchange, he appears to instruct young Junior about heterosexual behaviour, prompting debate over whether his words reflected homophobia or merely parental guidance.
Other clips show Andre verbally berating Price during their marriage, including moments of swearing and personal attacks, some of which occurred while Price was heavily pregnant.
These resurfaced videos have caused fans to reassess the family’s reality TV past and the way Andre conducted himself on camera.
A Marriage Born in Reality TV Spotlight
Peter Andre and Katie Price famously met during I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! in 2004 and married the following year.
Their marriage lasted until 2009, and it was frequently documented on reality TV, where arguments and tense moments became fodder for public consumption.
Price has since shared insights into the pressures of those early years, including how reality show editing often painted her in a negative light while promoting Andre as the “good guy.”
Price’s Perspective on the Marriage and Public Image
Katie Price has openly reflected on her mental health struggles and the complexities of their relationship.
On a recent podcast, she described feeling unfairly demonised while Andre maintained a golden-boy image.
She emphasised her own personal growth, acknowledging past mistakes, and critiqued the curated personas of others who project perfection publicly, hinting that Andre may not have been entirely genuine in his image as a devoted father and partner.
Andre’s Public Response
Peter Andre addressed the resurfacing controversies on Instagram, defending his parenting and explaining that court orders had placed Princess and Junior primarily in his care since 2018.
He also referenced previous court cases where Price made false claims against him, asserting that many of the allegations currently circulating were also untrue.
Andre stressed his commitment to his children and criticised what he described as repeating falsehoods about his conduct.
Fans React to Reality TV Resurfacing
The release of The Princess Diaries has prompted fans to revisit older episodes of Katie & Peter: The Next Chapter, revealing disturbing dynamics between the couple.
Viewers have commented on Andre’s treatment of Price, his apparent jealousy, and his efforts to control how she was portrayed in the media.
Many have expressed sympathy for Price while questioning Andre’s long-held “nice guy” reputation.
Andre’s Personal Life Since the Divorce
Following his divorce from Price, Andre has enjoyed a more stable personal life with his second wife, Emily MacDonagh.
The couple met after Andre underwent surgery performed by Emily’s father, eventually marrying in 2015.
They have three children together, and Andre’s public image in recent years has been largely focused on his family and career rather than personal controversies.
The Ongoing Debate Over Andre’s Legacy
The recent social media resurgence of old clips, combined with the public release of Princess Andre’s reality show, has reignited debates over Peter Andre’s behaviour during his marriage to Katie Price.
While some fans defend him as a devoted father, others are critical of past actions now viewed through a modern lens, including alleged verbal abuse, insensitive remarks, and manipulative behaviour.
The conversation continues to divide opinion, highlighting the complexities of celebrity life, parenting, and reality TV exposure.
