Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan are one of TV’s strongest couples – so why, daughter Chloe Madeley has asked, are they plagued with rumours of “crisis talks”?

Chloe’s family has been the subject of many rumours in recent month following the announcement of her split from husband James Haskell.

However, now Chloe has hit back, sharing her bemusement at untrue stories that have made the press.

Chloe has poked fun at press reports (Credit: ITV)
Chloe Madeley asks: ‘Why are they still married?!’

It all started when Denise Welch posted a picture of a magazine cover with a story about her being “terrified” on the front.

Loose Women star Denise asked her followers: “As I’m abroad, does anyone happen to know what I’m terrified of?”

Can someone please explain why Mum and Dad are still married when they’ve been in ‘crisis talks’ for, like, ever…?!

Many celebs chipped in to offer their hilarious suggestions to Denise, but Chloe took the chance to poke fun at headlines aimed at her family.

The 36-year-old mum of one responded to Denise: “Can someone please explain why Mum and Dad are still married when they’ve been in ‘crisis talks’ for, like, ever…?!”

Richard and Judy have never been on the rocks

Chloe’s parents – Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan – have been married for 37 years and share Chloe and her brother Jack.

As with most showbiz couples, it has been widely reported across the years that the pair are “holding crisis talks”.

Good Morning Britain host Richard opened up on their marriage in 2018, insisting they have never been on the rocks.

He told The Sun: “There’s no great panacea. We’ve had our moments, and the occasional screaming, [bleep] you row, but it’s always been over something trivial. We’ve never had marriage counselling, and never ever so much as discussed divorce.

“There have been no crisis dinners, nothing. We respect each other, and that’s the key.”

He continued: “I’ve made it a rule never to talk about my sex life, but we have always shared a bed and we still share an en-suite bathroom. Having said that, I am very happy with my sex life. And I’ve never had to sleep on the couch.”

Richard has previously opened up on his happy marriage with Judy (Credit: ITV)
Richard and Judy ‘deeply upset’ over Chloe split

The family are clearly close. It was reported after Chloe and James’ separation that Richard and Judy were “deeply upset”.

A source told New! magazine in November: “[Chloe’s] so close to them and they’re deeply upset about all of this too. They’ve had a very strong marriage and wanted the same for Chloe. They adore James but they want to see their daughter happy and they could see the cracks appearing for a long time.”

Chloe Madeley recently expressed mock confusion over persistent media rumors suggesting her parents, Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan, were engaged in “crisis talks” about their marriage. In a playful comment on social media, she quipped, “Can someone please explain why Mum and Dad are still married when they’ve been in ‘crisis talks’ for, like, ever…?!” This lighthearted remark highlights her bemusement at the ongoing speculation surrounding her parents’ relationship.

Despite the media’s portrayal of marital strife, Richard and Judy have consistently denied any such issues. Richard has previously stated that they have never had a crisis or marriage counseling, emphasizing their strong and respectful relationship. He noted, “We’ve never had marriage counseling, and never ever so much as discussed divorce. There have been no crisis dinners, nothing. We respect each other, and that’s the key.”

Chloe’s comment underscores the family’s frustration with the media’s persistent narrative about her parents’ marriage. Her playful tone suggests a desire to dispel unfounded rumors and highlight the stability of Richard and Judy’s relationship. The Madeleys’ enduring partnership, spanning over four decades, stands as a testament to their mutual respect and commitment.

In a broader context, Chloe’s response reflects a common sentiment among children of public figures who often find their families subjected to unwarranted scrutiny. By addressing the rumors with humor, Chloe not only deflects the speculation but also reaffirms the strength and resilience of her parents’ marriage.

In conclusion, while the media may continue to speculate about the Madeleys’ relationship, Chloe’s candid and humorous response serves as a reminder that the truth often lies beyond the headlines. Richard and Judy’s enduring marriage remains a private matter, unaffected by the transient nature of media gossip.