Stacey Solomon has broken her silence after reports suggested she regretted letting the cameras into her private life for the BBC reality show Stacey & Joe.
In a heartfelt video shared on Instagram, the 35-year-old TV star reflected on the experience of filming with her husband Joe Swash and their blended family at their beloved Pickle Cottage. She thanked fans for their support as the final episode aired, saying: “It’s gone so quickly. We just wanted to make something people would smile at – and hearing your feedback has meant the world.”
Despite Stacey’s emotional message, the show has sparked mixed reactions online. While some viewers embraced the candid look at the couple’s family chaos, others slammed it as a “waste of licence fee.”
Insiders claim Stacey is feeling the pressure, particularly after backlash about how she and Joe come across on screen. Viewers saw Stacey juggling motherhood and career, while Joe was portrayed as disorganised – something the couple addressed openly, especially in scenes where his ADHD became a talking point.
In a raw therapy session featured in the series, Joe admitted: “All I hear is that I’m a huge problem in Stacey’s perfect life.” Stacey responded: “You’re hearing something that’s not being said – I’m not here to change you, I’m here to support us.”
The show didn’t shy away from conflict. One episode showed Joe missing an important meeting to go fishing, leaving Stacey to manage their young children and work commitments solo.
Critics online were vocal: “Why is this even on TV?”, “Who signed this off?”, and “What a waste of public money.” But fans also flooded social media with praise, calling the pair “relatable” and comparing them to “the Essex Kardashians.”
While Stacey and Joe admitted they’re not a perfect couple, they stand by the decision to show their unfiltered reality. “Watching our bickering back has been better than couples therapy,” Stacey laughed.
Whether critics or fans win out in the long run, one thing’s clear – Stacey & Joe sparked a conversation far beyond Pickle Cottage’s gates.
