Tommy Fury has revealed candid details about his struggles with alcohol and how it impacted his relationship with Molly-Mae Hague. The 26-year-old boxing star admitted that he doesn’t blame Molly-Mae for ending their relationship last year, acknowledging, ‘I would’ve walked away from me too.’
From Love Island Romance to a Tumultuous Split
Tommy and Molly-Mae, both 26, met on the fifth season of Love Island in 2019 and quickly became a beloved couple. They welcomed their daughter, Bambi, in January 2023 and got engaged later that year. However, in August 2024, fans were shocked when the couple announced their breakup. This revelation left many wondering what had gone wrong in their seemingly picture-perfect relationship.
In his upcoming BBC Three docuseries, Tommy: The Good. The Bad. The Fury, the professional boxer provides an unfiltered glimpse into the struggles he faced during their time apart. The series explores how his battle with alcohol and the aftermath of a hand injury contributed to the downfall of their relationship.
Alcohol and Life at Rock Bottom
In the docuseries’ debut episode, Tommy discusses how excessive drinking became his coping mechanism after being sidelined from boxing due to surgery. ‘I had enough drink to last me a lifetime in 2024,’ he says, describing how he turned to alcohol to escape his problems. ‘You forget where you are, you forget what’s going on.’
The boxer admitted that his drinking left him neglecting his responsibilities as a father and partner. Reflecting on the breakup, he shared, ‘I woke up one morning, and everything was gone. Molly and the baby had left. That was the moment I realized I had to change.’
His father and trainer, John Fury, also plays a significant role in the story. John recalled how he encouraged Molly-Mae to distance herself from Tommy to prompt his wake-up call. At the time, Tommy confessed to his dad, ‘I probably would’ve walked away from me too.’
The Road to Recovery
2024 marked a low point for Tommy, but he has since turned his life around. He now drinks sparingly, reserving alcohol for special occasions. ‘If it’s a wedding or something like that, I might have a couple of drinks. Four or five times a week is something nobody should be doing,’ he said.
Looking back, Tommy acknowledged the personal growth he gained from his struggles. ‘I’m grateful for the lessons that I’ve learned. If I hadn’t gone through that, I wouldn’t know half of what I know about myself now.’
Rekindling Love and Moving Forward
Despite their split, Tommy and Molly-Mae have since rekindled their romance, giving their family a fresh start. The couple’s journey has been one of resilience and growth, and Tommy remains determined to make 2025 ‘the best year of my life.’
Tommy: The Good. The Bad. The Fury, set to premiere next week, promises to offer fans an intimate look at Tommy’s battle with addiction, self-discovery, and his ultimate redemption story. The honesty displayed in the series is sure to resonate with many who have faced similar challenges.
Tommy closes his emotional journey with a hopeful perspective: ‘Everyone’s got a hard life. I’ve come through this, I’m on the other side, and I’m back doing what I do best.’
