Charlotte Church, the renowned Welsh singer, sought the blessing of her ex-partner Gavin Henson before entering a new relationship. The couple was together for five years and shares two children. Their split occurred in 2010, and within weeks, Church began dating musician Jonathan Powell, now her husband.
Request for Consent After Split
In a candid interview, Church revealed that she felt a sense of duty to ask Henson for his permission to date Powell. She stated, “I’d been writing with Johnny for a while, but it was a good couple of months after me and Gav split.” Church emphasized her integrity during her previous relationship, clarifying, “I really want you to know that nothing ever went on between me and Johnny while we were still together.”
Background of Their Relationship
Church and Henson’s relationship started in 2005. They welcomed their daughter Ruby in 2007 and their son Dexter in 2009. Their high-profile romance drew significant media attention, leading to extensive coverage that took a toll on both of them. Church described the press scrutiny as “insane,” noting that it often portrayed her unfairly.
Media Intrusion and Legal Battles
- Church’s legal battle with News Group Newspapers culminated in 2012.
- Surveillance was revealed, including hacking of her medical records.
- She remarked that her fury helped her navigate the invasive coverage.
Diverging Lifestyles and the Split
Although their love story seemed ideal, fundamental differences began to surface. Church noted their contrasting lifestyles as an issue, explaining that, “We were such different people in every way.” Despite a joyous engagement, both parties felt a change of heart that led to their eventual separation.
Continued Friendship and New Beginnings
Today, Church and Henson maintain an amicable relationship as they co-parent their teenage children. Charlotte Church married Jonathan Powell in 2017 and welcomed a daughter named Frida in 2020. Meanwhile, Gavin Henson tied the knot with Katie Mould in 2019.
