They were once the Posh and Becks of Essex.
But today MailOnline can reveal that former TOWIE star Billi Mucklow and Andy Carroll’s divorce is “getting nasty” as the footballer jetted off to Mallorca to celebrate new girlfriend Lou Teasdale’s birthday.
While the couple were seen frolicking in the sea when former X Factor stylist Lou turned 41, Billi was at home doing her school run and looking after the couple’s five children, two of whom are from her previous relationship. Andy.
The split now threatens to tear apart Essex’s tight-knit celebrity community, especially as Lou’s twin sister Sam is a central part of it.
One source said: “It looks like this could turn into a real WAG war.”
MailOnline can reveal former TOWIE star Billi Mucklow and Andy Carroll’s divorce is “getting nasty” as the footballer jetted off to Mallorca to celebrate his new girlfriend’s birthday.
Andi and Lou Teasdale enjoyed a holiday in the sun and were seen taking selfies while relaxing.
While the couple were seen frolicking in the sea when former X Factor stylist Lou turned 41, Billi was at home doing her school run and looking after the couple’s five children.
Meanwhile, it can also be revealed that Billi is determined to keep the family home – Sir Rod Stewart’s former mansion, Copped Hall, in Epping, Essex. The 18th-century house features 25 acres of land, a football pitch and a lake which Billi and Andy bought for £4.1 million in 2019.
A source close to the estranged couple said today: “Seeing Andy on holiday having a great time while she is at home doing school and looking after five children would leave any woman incandescent.”
‘She’s at home while Andy is out enjoying the sun. She’s used to him being away to play football, but now it feels like Billi’s nose is being rubbed.
“Andy and Lou are really in love and in love with each other, but Billi will give it her all. Their divorce is the talk of Essex and has caused a massive divide among their large group of friends.
“At the center is Sam, Lou’s sister, who is part of the cool Essex crowd and that’s how Andy and Lou met.”
It can also be revealed that the pub where Andy and Lou met is a stone’s throw from the family home. Sources say they met at the Theydon Oak village pub in Epping, through Lou’s non-identical twin Sam.
Sam, who co-owns hairdressing company Bleach London with her sister, is said to have attended a party at the pub and brought her sister, where she and Carroll met.
Billi is currently at home with Andy’s two children from his relationship with Faye Johnstone: Emilie Rose, 15, and Lucas, 13. She also takes care of her own children, Arlo, 9, and Wolf, 7. , and four-year-old Marvel. while Andy and Lou were photographed enjoying ice cream and frolicking in the sea at the exclusive Balneario beach club.
The split now threatens to split Essex’s tight-knit celebrity community, especially as Lou’s twin sister Sam is a central part of it (Billi and Andy pictured in June).
A source close to the estranged couple said today: “Seeing Andy on holiday having a great time while she is at home doing school and looking after five children would leave any woman incandescent” (Lou pictured).
The source added: “Andy and Lou are really in love and in love with each other, but Billi will give everything she can.”
Meanwhile, it can also be revealed that Billi is determined to keep the family home – Sir Rod Stewart’s former mansion, Copped Hall, in Epping, Essex (seen at her wedding).
Billi, 37, has the support of her father Steve, who is said to be “angry” at how he has treated his daughter Andy, the former English footballer who now plays for FC Girondins de Bordeaux in the French fourth division. .
MailOnline revealed Andy’s new romance just hours after it was announced he and Billi had split.
Andy, 35, and Lou were later spotted on a date in London’s Spitalfields.
Despite claims that Billi was “surprised” by the relationship, friends say she “knew Andy had someone” but wasn’t sure who it was. She found out shortly before the romance became public.
The source added: ‘Billi has no intention of speaking until her divorce is finalised. She is determined to get everything she can, including the house.
‘Her dad Steve is also furious and won’t let her settle for less than she deserves.
‘She has taken care of Andy’s two children and has three little ones. She is a great mother and there is a lot of anger towards Andy. ‘
Lou, who once toured the world with One Direction as a stylist, now has 5.8 million followers on Instagram, owns two businesses and two properties in north London.
She was seen on Monday wearing a pink string bikini, clinging to the footballer as he carried her through the waves and struggling to keep his hands off her.
Billi and Andy tied the knot in June 2022, but last week confirmed they were divorcing after secretly splitting earlier this year after being together for 11 years.
The ex-couple is seen with their children
Billi and Andy tied the knot in June 2022, but last week confirmed they were divorcing after secretly splitting earlier this year after being together for 11 years.
The build-up to the nuptials was overshadowed by Andy’s debauched stag do, when he was photographed lying in bed asleep alongside glamorous bar manager Taylor Jane Wilkey in a Dubai hotel room.
Taylor also posed for photos wearing one of her custom bathrobes.
Andy flew to Dubai to go to Billi’s bachelorette party, but stayed with his friends while she returned home.
Although he was given a cold reception upon his return, Billi forgave the striker and the wedding took place as planned.