Title: Safiyya Vorajee Attributes Split from Ashley Cain to His ‘Started Drinking a Lot’ After Baby Azaylia’s Death

Ashley Cain’s Ex Safiyya Vorajee Opens Up About Split, Grief, and Past Abuse

Safiyya Vorajee, ex-partner of TV personality Ashley Cain, revealed their relationship ended due to his struggle with alcohol following the tragic death of their daughter, Azaylia. The couple’s eight-month-old baby passed away in April 2021 after battling acute myeloid leukemia, a rare and aggressive cancer. Azaylia endured chemotherapy, a bone marrow transplant, and multiple surgeries before succumbing to tumors in her lungs, stomach, and kidneys.

[Image: Ashley Cain and Safiyya Vorajee holding Azaylia during her treatment.]
Caption: Ashley and Safiyya with Azaylia during her courageous cancer fight.

Safiyya shared on Paul C Brunson’s We Need To Talk podcast that while both parents grappled with grief, Ashley turned to alcohol, leading to their separation. “I waited for him to navigate his pain, but he started drinking heavily. I needed him, but he needed space,” she explained. “There’s no right or wrong in grief, but I couldn’t stay.” She emphasized that Ashley had initially passed her “90-day test” early in their relationship, where he committed to prioritizing family over partying after club appearances.

[Image: Safiyya Vorajee speaking tearfully during the podcast interview.]
Caption: Safiyya discussing grief and her split from Ashley on the podcast.

Safiyya’s Trauma From Past Abuse
In the same interview, Safiyya broke down recounting a previous abusive relationship. She described a four-year ordeal with an ex who physically assaulted her, isolated her from loved ones, and destroyed her property. “He hit me in the face while I was driving, then stole my car,” she recalled. Despite her family’s pleas, she stayed until another woman exposed his infidelity. Safiyya later sought help from the police and Samaritans to escape.

[Image: Symbolic image of a broken heart or hands reaching out for help.]
Caption: Safiyya’s story highlights the importance of support for abuse survivors.

Azaylia’s Brave Battle: A Timeline

• October 2020: Diagnosed with leukemia after being misdiagnosed three times.
• November 2020: Lost her hair and required a bone marrow transplant.
• January 2021: Received a transplant, but cancer returned.
• April 2021: Tumors spread rapidly; she passed away days after turning eight months old.

[Image: Azaylia smiling in a hospital bed surrounded by toys.]
Caption: Azaylia’s resilience inspired global support during her short life.

Ashley and Safiyya raised over £1 million for experimental treatment in Singapore, but pharmaceutical companies withheld critical drugs. Celebrities like Molly-Mae Hague and Dwayne Johnson joined nationwide tributes, including a skywriting heart, to honor Azaylia.

Support Resources:

• Samaritans: 116 123
• Alcohol Anonymous: 0800 917 7650
• The Lullaby Trust: 0808 802 6868

[Image: Memorial image of Azaylia with angel wings or a butterfly symbol.]
Caption: Azaylia’s legacy continues to inspire childhood cancer awareness.

Safiyya’s candid reflections underscore the devastating impact of loss and the complexity of coping mechanisms. Both parents remain dedicated to honoring Azaylia’s memory through charity work, though their paths to healing diverged.