Ryan disputes Skinner’s version of events.
Comedian Katherine Ryan has strongly criticised Thomas Skinner after the reality star suggested his extramarital affair had been “forgotten” in his marriage.
Ryan, 42, argued that such language was misleading and dismissive of the impact on a partner, insisting that women rarely forget infidelity even if forgiveness is granted.
Skinner admits to a fling after marriage.
The former Apprentice contestant and Strictly Come Dancing personality, 34, married Sinéad Chambers in 2022. At the time, the couple already shared a young son.
Shortly after the wedding, Skinner later admitted he had been unfaithful in what he described as a “two-week fling.”
Family expanded after the scandal
Despite the revelation, Chambers forgave her husband.
The couple went on to welcome identical twin daughters in 2023, presenting an image of a reconciled family.
Skinner has since told interviewers the relationship is now “strong” and that the affair has been “forgotten about.”
Ryan says women ‘never forget’
Speaking on her Telling Everybody Everything podcast, Ryan directly challenged his comments, calling the notion of forgetting an affair “false.”
“It’s forgotten is such a really inflammatory term for me,” she said. “For him, it seems forgotten because his wife forgave him, and his life carried on. But I promise you, your wife has not forgotten.”
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Ryan also shared the podcast extract on Instagram, adding further remarks in the caption about the wider cultural fascination with celebrity infidelity.
She emphasised that affairs are not unique to celebrities but argued public scrutiny is intensified when family-oriented television personalities are involved.
No call for professional cancellation
The comedian clarified that she does not support public or professional “cancellation” of people for infidelity.
However, she said there was “extra intrigue” when a figure linked to a mainstream family show was found to have cheated.
‘Women never forget’
In her Instagram post, Ryan doubled down on her point, writing: “Forgotten? WOMEN NEVER FORGET. ❤️”
She wished healing to both women affected by the revelations, acknowledging imperfection in relationships but urging honesty.
Differences in male and female affairs
Ryan, who is currently pregnant with her fourth child, has previously spoken about the dynamics of infidelity.
In a podcast conversation with singer Paloma Faith, she suggested men often cheat without premeditation, while women typically engage in more deliberate affairs.
‘One mistake can ruin a life’
She explained: “Every man is one stupid mistake away from exploding his whole life. I think women cheat too, but we mean to do it. We’ve often been in love with someone else for months.”
Ryan contrasted this with what she described as impulsive mistakes made by men, including encounters with sex workers.
O’Rourke challenges Skinner’s story.
Separately, a woman named Amy-Lucy O’Rourke has publicly disputed Skinner’s account of the events.
The 35-year-old aesthetician and mother of one claimed their involvement was not a fleeting fling but a sustained affair.
Allegation of dishonesty
Speaking to the Daily Mail, O’Rourke accused Skinner of misleading the public by claiming he confessed the truth to his wife.
“He did not tell her,” she said. “He tried to keep the lie up for weeks and was torturing me emotionally.”
Evidence presented
O’Rourke said she had Ring doorbell footage showing Skinner at her property, shouting and banging on the door during the time of their alleged relationship.
She argued that his version of events sought to paint him in a more honourable light than was accurate.
‘Love of his life’ claims
According to O’Rourke, Skinner had declared she was “the love of his life” and gave the impression his marriage was loveless.
“He sold me a dream,” she said. “He told me he was in a relationship of convenience.”
Skinner insists he confessed.
Skinner, however, has stood by his account, insisting he came clean to his wife about his behaviour.
Speaking to The Sun, he described a moment of regret after the affair, saying he felt guilty and admitted his mistake.
‘Brief moment of madness’
He said, “I woke up feeling absolutely terrible about it. I felt so guilty. I told my wife. I let her down in that brief moment of madness where I wasn’t thinking, where I didn’t appreciate what I had.”
The television personality has maintained that the couple are now in a much stronger place.
Public response remains divided.
The revelations have provoked mixed reactions online, with some praising Chambers for choosing forgiveness, while others questioned Skinner’s framing of the incident as a forgivable slip.
Ryan’s commentary has further fuelled debate about how infidelity is processed within relationships.
Broader debate on celebrity image
Observers note that the scandal raises broader questions about the portrayal of celebrity family life.
Public figures linked to or family-focused television are often judged more harshly when personal failings become public.
Experts suggest that forgiveness in relationships does not necessarily equate to forgetting and may involve long-term emotional processing.
Ryan’s intervention highlighted the distinction between moving forward and erasing past wrongdoing.
A test for resilience
For Skinner and Chambers, the affair and its fallout appear to have become a defining test of their relationship.
The couple’s decision to continue together and expand their family has been interpreted by some as evidence of resilience.
O’Rourke’s perspective lingers.
Despite Skinner’s attempt to put the matter behind him, O’Rourke’s allegations continue to keep the story in the public eye.
Her detailed claims raise questions over the accuracy of his account of transparency and remorse.
Ryan’s message resonates.
Ryan’s insistence that women “never forget” has resonated with many listeners, sparking discussions about gender, memory, and forgiveness in cases of betrayal.
Her comments underscore the long-lasting emotional weight that affairs can leave behind.
Contrasting narratives
At present, three separate narratives exist: Skinner’s story of remorse and reconciliation, Chambers’ silence, and O’Rourke’s accusations of dishonesty.
The public is left to interpret which version holds the most credibility.
Impact on public profile
Skinner’s reputation as a television personality may hinge on how the scandal continues to unfold, especially given his association with mainstream shows.
Ryan’s intervention has ensured the matter remains a talking point across both traditional and social media.
A continuing conversation
While Skinner insists the affair has been forgotten within his marriage, Ryan and O’Rourke’s responses suggest the issue is far from resolved in public discourse.
The fallout continues to spark conversations about fidelity, honesty, and the pressures of maintaining a public image.
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