Caroline Peaty, mother of Olympic swimming champion Adam Peaty, has been photographed for the first time since shocking reports emerged that she's been banned from her son's upcoming Christmas wedding to Holly Ramsay.
Family Rift Goes Public
The alleged family dispute became public knowledge after Caroline was reportedly excluded from both Holly's hen do and the main wedding guest list. The hen party featured notable attendees including Victoria Beckham and Holly's mother, Tana Ramsay, making Caroline's absence particularly conspicuous.
In exclusive photographs taken in Staffordshire on Thursday, Caroline appeared deep in conversation with a friend while wearing a grey cardigan and black-and-white spotted blouse. An eyewitness observed: "She didn't look happy but what can you expect? It has been a tough week for her and the family and there is no end in sight."
Aunt Speaks Out Against Nephew
The situation has escalated with family members taking to social media to voice their opinions. Louise Williams, Caroline's sister and Adam's aunt, claimed the hen do incident had left Caroline "heartbroken" and accused Adam of having "said the most vile things a son can say to his mother".
In a particularly pointed comment, Louise questioned Adam's commitment to his Christian faith, writing: "Yes. Adam is a born again Christian. He's not living by the tenets of Christianity is he? Where is 'honour thy mother and thy father' where is the forgiveness?"
When challenged by social media users about the family's decision to air their grievances publicly, Louise defended their position, stating: "Our family and friends place real value on love, friendship, loyalty and being there for each other." She added: "I hate injustice always have and I will always speak out against it whether you are the King of England or a sycophant like yourself. Unlike you I happen to know all sides of the story."
From Close Bond to Broken Relationship
The current tension stands in stark contrast to the previously close relationship between Caroline and the couple. Just months earlier, Caroline had shared a heartfelt birthday tribute to Holly on Instagram, writing: "Happy birthday Holly (and Jack), have a wonderful day x We are looking forward to the year ahead and to you officially becoming part of our family x We have shared some wonderful times already and here is to many more x."
The post featured family photographs of the three together, and Holly responded affectionately with: "Thank you xx." Caroline's Instagram profile had regularly showcased admiration for both Holly and her son, including a February 2024 message praising Adam's professional achievements.
Sources close to the family have suggested that Adam has become influenced by the celebrity lifestyle and prestige of the Ramsay family since beginning his relationship with Holly two years ago, with one insider claiming he appears "ashamed" of his working-class background.
Neither Adam Peaty nor Holly Ramsay have publicly commented on the allegations, with representatives for the couple approached by the Mirror for comment remaining silent on the matter.
