Frankie Bridge Opens Up About Heated Row With Husband Wayne Over Her Hair

Frankie Bridge has candidly shared how a light-hearted disagreement with her husband, Wayne Bridge, once left her far from impressed — proving that even celebrity couples have their occasional spats.

The 35-year-old singer and television personality first rose to fame as a member of the popular British girl group The Saturdays, performing alongside Una Healy, Rochelle Humes, Mollie King, and Vanessa White between 2007 and 2014. During that time, the band scored multiple Top 10 hits such as “Up”, “Ego”, and “What About Us” (BBC Music). Since the group’s hiatus, Frankie has transitioned into television, becoming a familiar face as a Loose Women panelist and a regular guest on shows like The Wheel and I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! (Hello! Magazine).

Away from her busy TV career, Frankie enjoys family life with her husband, former professional footballer Wayne Bridge, best known for his years at Chelsea and Manchester City. The couple, who tied the knot in 2014, share two sons — Parker and Carter — while Wayne also has another son from a previous relationship (Daily Mail).

Yet, like most long-term partners, Frankie and Wayne have had their moments of tension. One particularly memorable disagreement, Frankie revealed, centered on her ever-evolving hairstyles.

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A Haircut That Sparked a Mini Domestic Drama

Frankie has long been admired for her chic and daring haircuts. During her time in The Saturdays, she became known for her short, asymmetrical bob — a look that inspired fans across the UK (The Mirror). In 2016, she decided to return to her signature short style after experimenting with longer locks.

Speaking to The Mirror at the time, Frankie recalled how Wayne reacted when she texted him about her plan to “chop it all off again.” His response? A hesitant, “Really? I’ve got used to it long now.”

That comment didn’t sit well with Frankie. “I won’t repeat what I said back, but I wasn’t impressed,” she admitted with a laugh. “I was like, ‘Seriously? You’ve given me such a hard time about having longer hair, and now THIS is what you’re saying?!’ You really can’t win. But yeah, he likes it now.” (The Mirror, 2016)

Despite the disagreement, the couple has since laughed off the incident, with Frankie often poking fun at how unpredictable her husband’s preferences can be.

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From a Setup to a Strong Marriage

Frankie and Wayne’s love story began in late 2011 thanks to comedian James Corden, who famously played matchmaker by secretly exchanging their phone numbers. “We basically texted a little bit and ended up going for dinner,” Wayne once recalled in an interview (Daily Mail).

The couple became engaged in 2013 and tied the knot a year later in a romantic ceremony surrounded by family and friends. Over the years, they’ve built a reputation as one of the entertainment world’s most down-to-earth and relatable couples, often sharing glimpses of their family life on social media.

In a playful moment on Loose Women in August 2024, Frankie revealed one of the quirky reasons she fell for Wayne. “I just love a man on a skateboard,” she confessed. “I’ve always wanted to go out with a man who had a skateboard.” When co-host Denise Welch asked if Wayne actually owned one, Frankie giggled, “He does — that’s why I’m married to him, guys! He’s got a longboard, actually.” (ITV’s Loose Women, 2024)

The cheeky exchange sent her fellow panellists into laughter, highlighting the easygoing humor that fans have come to love about Frankie.

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Catch Frankie on The Wheel

Fans can catch Frankie Bridge on The Wheel this Saturday, November 1, at 8:20 p.m. on BBC One, where she’ll bring her signature charm, wit, and warmth to the screen once again.

With her successful transition from pop star to television personality — and her refreshingly honest take on marriage, motherhood, and life in the spotlight — it’s clear that Frankie continues to strike a chord with audiences across the UK.

(Sources: The Mirror, BBC, Hello! Magazine, Daily Mail, ITV)