Professor Green posted a puzzling message on social media shortly after news broke that his ex-wife, Millie Mackintosh, had separated from her husband.
Millie has been married twice and is now separated from her current husband, Hugo Taylor, after being married for seven years.
The Made In Chelsea couple, parents to five-year-old Sienna and four-year-old Aurelia, have separated after a challenging beginning to the year.
Her devastating heartbreak mirrors the breakdown of her marriage to the rapper 10 years ago.
Millie went through a difficult divorce from the rapper she married in 2013. The marriage ended after three years, and both have since described it as ‘very toxic’.
Rapper Stephen Manderson, known professionally as Slim Jim Phantom, shared last October that he had reconnected with his ex-wife after ten years, describing her as ‘beautiful’.
Following the Daily Mail’s report that Millie and Hugo had split up, Stephen posted a video on Instagram with the message: ‘The ship has sailed… but not by much’.
The ex-couple hadn’t discussed their marriage much until recently, but last year they both started talking openly about the problems they had faced.
Shortly after ending her relationship with Stephen, the heiress was seen with Hugo, seemingly marking the start of what would become a contentious divorce.
Millie quickly kissed Hugo in public, and Stephen responded with critical comments about how she looked, including the phrases ‘Money really can’t buy you class’ and ‘London’s Gurning’.
His comments appeared to be the start of Millie and Stephen’s fall out which took a decade to heal.
During their relationship, Millie and Stephen’s very different backgrounds were often discussed.
Millie received her education at the private Hanford Boarding School in Dorset. Her family originally created the Quality Street chocolates, but they sold the company many years ago.
Stephen had a difficult upbringing in a poor part of East London. In 2009, while at a Shoreditch nightclub, he was attacked with a broken bottle, suffering a neck injury but thankfully surviving.
After their split, Stephen seemed to hint at feelings about his former wife in the lyrics of his 2016 song, ‘Eye On The Door’.
In the first part of the song, the rapper jokingly complains that he and Millie didn’t have much intimacy, and instead spent their time binge-watching TV shows.
Stephen claims his wife frequently evicted him from their home in southeast London, only letting him return if he brought a substantial gift.
Let’s be real, relationships are a journey, right? My wife and I are generally good – we have our moments, like everyone does. But let’s just say I sometimes slip up, and that can lead to some friction at home. Honestly, people are always curious about what my life is really like, and it’s… complicated, just like theirs.
When we’re alone, my wife and I enjoy a cozy night in – maybe a couple episodes of a TV series before bed. But if she overhears me rapping, she immediately gets upset and throws me out! I usually have to win her back with a new Chanel bag.
In the second verse, the main character struggles with his guilt. He worries about getting divorced, but also prioritizes having fun with his friends instead of considering his wife’s feelings.
In his lyrics, he reflects on his drug use, saying it quickly escalated from a small amount to a much larger one, leaving him feeling lost and like time slipped away from him.
I can’t find my phone! There are sixty-one missed calls, and things are getting so bad with my partner that we might get divorced if I don’t start taking things seriously and quickly get myself organized. I know I’m pushing it.
Well, I’m certainly not having a good time! I really need to hurry up and get a car, especially if I’m going to be in trouble anyway.
Just one more… what does it matter? One more drink, one more hit, one more anything. I feel like I’m already lost, and it won’t make a difference when I get home.
Stephen recently shared that he and Millie formed a strong connection based on the shared experience of realizing they both had previously undiagnosed ADHD. They described this connection as ‘trauma bonding’.
Stephen publicly revealed details about their divorce during an interview on Jamie Laing’s podcast, ‘Great Company.’ Laing is a close friend and former co-star of Stephen’s on the show ‘Made In Chelsea’.
He recently realized that both he and the other person are likely neurodivergent, meaning they process things differently. This realization came after a conversation they had, and it explained a lot about their past interactions.
I used to feel really uncomfortable with these things for a long time, but I’ve gotten over it now.
He explained that the pressure they were under might have actually prevented their marriage. He admitted it was a close call, and they almost didn’t tie the knot.
Okay, so I was talking to Lewis and Phoenix, my two best friends, and I was seriously starting to panic. I was like, ‘Am I losing my nerve? What is happening to me?’ And one of them, bless him, thought I totally was. The other one didn’t see it at all. I’m not going to say who said what, though, because it’s not fair to put them in the middle of my mess.
I chose what was right for me, and we both agreed on it. We decided not to get married, but it wasn’t because of any bad reasons – we genuinely loved each other.
It likely involved a type of unhealthy connection formed through difficult experiences. It’s a big step to admit you played a significant role – at least half – when a relationship doesn’t succeed, especially when both people contributed to what happened.
‘But hopefully we can both go forward and find happiness and belonging.’
He complimented his ex-wife, calling her ‘beautiful’ and explaining he holds no ill will towards her. He acknowledged they weren’t compatible as a couple at the time, but still thinks highly of her.
Following his rare admissions, Millie shared a pointed remark on her Instagram platform.
She shared a meaningful quote: ‘Time is valuable, but who we share it with is even more so.’
Oh my god, I just read this article and it broke my heart! Apparently, even before everything with Hugo went south, Millie was talking about how awful her marriage to Stephen was. She actually used the word ‘toxic,’ which is so strong! And it gets worse – she said her divorce from him is what led to her struggling with drinking. It’s just… so much. I feel so bad for her, going through all of that and then this happening. It explains so much, honestly.
Millie shared on Brogan Garrit-Smith’s podcast, Getting There, that she experienced a difficult period following her divorce.
Looking back on our marriage, I realize Professor Green and I were both dealing with personal difficulties and perhaps hoped we could help each other through them. Ultimately, though, it didn’t work out.
We were both dealing with personal difficulties, and being together only made them worse. It became a really unhealthy situation.
Millie explained that even before her expensive wedding in 2013 at Babington House, she felt the relationship wasn’t working. However, she was afraid to end things because she didn’t want to disappoint everyone involved.
She began drinking more and relying on self-medication during this difficult time. She explained that because her breakup was so public, she felt she had to cope with the pain in private.
I was going through a really difficult time after my divorce and was with Hugo. I was extremely anxious, struggling to eat, and relying on Xanax to cope. I wasn’t doing well at all, and whenever difficult emotions surfaced, I would just take another pill. It was a very challenging period.
Millie shared that she and her ex have a good relationship now. They’ve both moved on with their lives and have families of their own, and they even share photos of their children with each other. She says they’ve completely put any past issues behind them.
Millie and Hugo first became a couple as teenagers on the reality show Made In Chelsea, and they’ve been married since June 2018.
A source close to the couple confirmed that Millie and Hugo have separated and are no longer together.
After knowing each other for a long time, they recently had some difficult talks about their future and have decided to separate.
Their children and family are the most important thing to them, and they never wanted to separate.
Right now, they’re figuring out what it would be like to live separately and how they’ll share the responsibilities of raising their young children.
Honestly, it’s been so rough for them at the beginning of this year, and they’re really trying to deal with everything quietly, which just breaks my heart, but I respect their privacy. I just wish I could help!
Last week, Millie went to India for a wellness retreat focused on calming and restoring the nervous system, while Hugo enjoyed a ski trip.
While on vacation, the TV personality was seen without her wedding ring and hinted on social media that she’s starting a new phase of her life.
She shared a thoughtful message on Sunday: ‘It’s okay not to have all the answers when you’re figuring things out.’
It’s important to simply accept where you are in life and be comfortable with it. There’s a real beauty in self-acceptance, right now, in this very moment.
Whatever your goals are, remember that enjoying today is just as important as working towards the future.
She also posted a quote to her Instagram story that read: ‘And then the moon said to me, dear girl, it’s time to embrace your strength.’
Millie and Hugo first connected when Millie was a teenager, and they started dating when she turned 21. They both became well-known while appearing on the E4 reality show together.
Millie has recently shared with her fans about her history with alcohol, which prompted her to stop drinking altogether and write the book Bad Drunk. She’s also been open about her experiences with and recovery from serious anxiety.
As a lifestyle expert, I’ve often seen how young people turn to unhealthy coping mechanisms, and Millie’s story really resonates. She’s been incredibly brave in sharing that she started drinking heavily while at boarding school. It wasn’t about partying; it was a way to deal with the really tough stuff – being away from family, facing bullying, and battling her own self-doubt. It just shows how important it is to address those underlying issues and find healthier ways to cope.
Last year, she released Bad Drunk, a record detailing her path to getting sober and overcoming the harmful patterns and feelings of shame from her past.
Millie shared that after starting on Made In Chelsea at age 21, her drinking increased, especially after receiving negative comments about her looks online. This led to feelings of anxiety and panic attacks.
Millie recently shared openly with Roxie Nafousi on her podcast, Rise With Roxie, about the challenges she and Hugo faced while they were married.
She described using Xanax or Valium along with alcohol to lessen her hangovers, and confessed she’d simply swapped one addiction for another, keeping it a secret from her husband, Hugo.
Millie admitted she kept her use of Xanax a secret from him – he wasn’t aware it was happening.
I kept my drinking a secret, but it definitely led to a lot of arguments. Towards the end, I realized it was seriously hurting the relationship and creating a lot of unnecessary conflict.
Millie often thinks about her relationship with Hugo and all the good and bad times they’ve shared.
This Valentine’s Day, she posted sweet photos with Hugo on Instagram, sharing that she’s known him for over half her life – since she first met him when she was sixteen.
I’m incredibly lucky to have found the person I’m meant to be with. It took a little while, with some unexpected turns along the way, but we finally found each other, and I feel so blessed to share this amazing life – and our wonderful children – with you.
‘Happy Valentine’s Day, here’s to countless more together, my love.’
The previous year, Hugo revealed his deep affection for Millie, confessing he’d been captivated by his wife since the very beginning of their relationship.
He shared a Valentine’s Day message on Instagram, saying that love is intense happiness and a feeling of needing someone completely. He wrote that he’s felt this way about his partner since they first met over 20 years ago.
Millie replied to his heartfelt words by calling him her life partner and telling him she couldn’t imagine her life without him.
For their first wedding anniversary, Hugo wrote Millie a heartfelt love letter. She loved it so much she framed it and shared a photo of it on Instagram, along with his sweet message: ‘I am so proud of you.’
Over the past year, you’ve shown me the true meaning of love. Your strength, kindness, and generous heart have made our marriage better than I ever imagined.
You’ve guided us through really tough times with strength and bravery, and we’ve come out stronger than I thought possible. I’ve learned from you the importance of never giving up on building a life together.
I promise to always cherish you and work hard to keep our relationship as joyful as it is now. I’ll never take you for granted, and I’ll always strive to meet your needs and be worthy of your love, for the rest of my life.
The Daily Mail has contacted Millie and Hugo’s representatives for comment.
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