Fans have been waiting to hear Katie’s side of the story following revelations that her husband of one year, Kieran Hayler, had been having an affair with the star’s best friend, Jane Pountney.
The star usually shares her thoughts and opinions through her weekly magazine column, but Katie was noticeably absent from the newsstands this week.
NOW magazine instead ran a message of gratitude from Katie to her fans to thank them for their support as news of Kieran Hayler’s affair unfolds.
The message read: ‘I want to thank readers for all your messages of support. It’s been overwhelming. The past week has been so difficult and at this time it’s all too raw to talk about. I need some time ad space. But I will be back next week. Thanks for your understanding.’
It has also been reported that Kieran is not ‘banished’ to Katie’s log cabin as it was previously alleged. According to a source, Kieran is still living under Katie’s roof.
Despite this, both Katie and Kieran have been spotted without their wedding rings.
The source also told NOW magazine that Katie is planning on ‘cutting ties’ with 49-year-old Jane after being her closest confidant for over 20 years.