"Cat Deeley ‘Anxious’ Ahead of This Morning Return Amid Fears of Being Cast as ‘Villain’ in Split from Patrick Kielty Following Blame from Trolls and Ex’s Family"

Cat Deeley Anxious Ahead of This Morning Return Amid Split Backlash

Cat Deeley, 48, is reportedly feeling nervous about her return to This Morning next week following her split from husband Patrick Kielty, 54, after 12 years of marriage. The couple, who share sons Milo, 9, and James, 7, announced their separation last month, emphasizing “no other party” was involved. However, tensions over Cat’s absence from Patrick’s mother’s funeral in March have fueled public criticism and family strife.

[Image: Cat Deeley and Patrick Kielty at an event in 2013]
Caption: Cat and Patrick, pictured in 2013, announced their split after 12 years of marriage.

Funeral Absence Sparks Family Rift
Patrick’s family remains upset that Cat skipped his mother Mary’s funeral in Northern Ireland, where he carried her coffin in their tight-knit village. A family source told the Daily Mail, “You would put on a ‘best face’ for something so momentous. Her absence confirmed the marriage was over.” Cat’s spokesperson explained she stayed in London to care for their children, but relatives called it a “huge embarrassment,” with one adding, “The wake is sacred here. People couldn’t believe she didn’t come.”

[Image: Patrick Kielty at his mother’s funeral]
Caption: Patrick at his mother’s funeral in March; Cat’s absence deepened family tensions.

Cat’s Quiet Return to Screens
Despite the backlash, Cat will not address the split on-air during her This Morning return with co-host Ben Shephard, 50. A source revealed, “She’s hurt by judgments from strangers and Patrick’s inner circle. This is painful for both of them.” Trolls and scrutiny over her funeral no-show have compounded her anxiety.

Patrick’s Fresh Start
Patrick has relocated to Dundrum, Northern Ireland, near family, and will resume hosting The Late Late Show on September 12. He previously admitted to feeling like an “unequal partner” during their marriage. Meanwhile, Cat has been spotted in Spain with hairdresser friend Ben Skervin, sparking attention after she removed her wedding ring.

[Image: Cat Deeley in Spain with Ben Skervin]
Caption: Cat in Spain with friend Ben Skervin; she’s since removed her wedding ring.

Moving Forward
While Patrick leans on community support, Cat focuses on co-parenting and work. Despite the fallout, insiders stress the split was mutual, with a source noting, “Cat is positive but hurt by the blame game.” As both navigate new chapters, their sons remain the priority.

[Image: Cat Deeley on This Morning set]
Caption: Cat prepares for her return to This Morning amid personal challenges.

Daily Mail has contacted Cat’s representatives for comment.

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