James Haskell recently shared a humorous anecdote about a misunderstanding he had regarding his former wife Chloe Madeley’s parents. The ex-England rugby player, 41, and Chloe, 38, were in a relationship from 2014 until 2023 when they got married. Haskell admitted that during their initial date, he had no idea Chloe was the offspring of renowned TV personalities Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan.
Speaking on the No Parental Guidance podcast, Haskell recalled the moment of realization when he visited Chloe’s parents’ house for the first time. He mentioned being surprised to see a picture of Richard Madeley on the wall, which led him to incorrectly assume Chloe had unconventional interests. However, after querying Chloe about the photo, he discovered the truth and humorously asked for another intimate encounter.
Richard and Judy, famous for presenting ITV’s “This Morning” from 1988 to 2001, are highly respected in the TV industry. Haskell expressed admiration for the couple, referring to them as “TV royalty” and acknowledging their welcoming nature towards him.
Additionally, Haskell discussed his amicable co-parenting relationship with Chloe following their separation. The pair shares a daughter named Bodhi, born in August 2022. Despite their split, Haskell praised Chloe for positively influencing his life and emphasized their commitment to parenting their child together.
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