Coleen Nolan has responded firmly to allegations made by her son’s ex-girlfriend, Emma Kivell, who accused her of being a “cruel bully.” The dispute centers around long-standing tensions within a complicated family dynamic involving Coleen’s son, Shane Nolan, and Emma, with whom he shares a daughter, Amelia-Rose.

Emma and Shane first met in 2015 through mutual friends, and although they were never in a committed relationship, they welcomed their daughter in 2016. At the time, it was reported that Shane had promised to support Emma as a single mother, and Coleen herself was present at the birth, suggesting an initially supportive family environment. However, according to Emma, this support did not last.

Emma claims that Coleen’s attitude toward her changed significantly over time. She alleged that Coleen eventually stopped seeing her granddaughter, Amelia-Rose, because she refused to visit Emma’s home. This distancing, Emma suggested, contributed to her emotional struggles and eventual breakdown. Speaking to The Sun, Emma described her interactions with Coleen in harsh terms, claiming that she was verbally abusive and frequently insulted her, allegedly calling her offensive names such as “jealous b***h” and behaving in what Emma described as a “vile” manner.

In response to these claims, a spokesperson for Coleen Nolan strongly denied the accusations. The statement emphasized that the allegations were “inaccurate and misleading,” and lacked important context. The spokesperson further noted that the situation stems from a private and contested family matter, and stressed that it is inappropriate for such issues to be publicly discussed, especially when doing so could negatively impact a child.

The tensions between Emma and the Nolan family are not new. Just a few months prior, Emma had publicly criticized what she described as “toxicity and pettiness” from Coleen and her family, indicating that the feud has been ongoing for years. It has also been previously reported that Coleen had not seen her granddaughter for nearly seven years, highlighting the depth of the estrangement.

Shane Nolan has also addressed the situation publicly. In September, he took to social media to defend himself against claims that he had neglected his responsibilities as a father. He insisted that he had consistently paid child maintenance and even increased his contributions after experiencing financial difficulties during the COVID-19 pandemic. He expressed a desire to be involved in his daughter’s life, stating that he missed her and hoped for a future where they could reconnect.

However, Emma disputed Shane’s version of events. In a strongly worded social media post, she claimed that Shane had made little genuine effort to be part of Amelia-Rose’s life. She alleged that he had not checked on their daughter’s well-being, nor had he reached out during critical times such as the height of the pandemic. Emma further claimed that financial support had lapsed during that period and was only resumed following court intervention.

Additionally, Emma suggested that Shane’s lack of access to his daughter was due to breaches of court orders, implying that there were legal reasons behind the restricted contact. She also criticized the broader Nolan family, stating that her daughter did not need exposure to what she described as their negative behavior.

Amid this ongoing conflict, Shane has moved forward in his personal life. It was revealed last summer that he had entered a new relationship with Kimberley Sallis, a mortgage manager who already has a daughter. The couple welcomed a baby boy together in November, marking a new chapter for Shane as he expands his family.

Coleen Nolan has also spoken publicly in the past about becoming a grandmother. Reflecting on the birth of Amelia-Rose, she acknowledged that while she had hoped her son and Emma might form a lasting relationship, she ultimately accepted the situation and embraced her role as a grandmother with enthusiasm.

More recently, Coleen shared further family news, announcing in June 2024 that she was set to become a grandmother again. Her youngest son, Jake Roche, is expecting a baby boy with his fiancée, Georgia. In addition, her daughter Ciara Fensome welcomed a son with her partner Max Innes last October, adding to the growing Nolan family.

Despite these joyful developments, the unresolved tensions surrounding Emma, Shane, and Amelia-Rose continue to cast a shadow over the family. With both sides presenting conflicting accounts, the situation remains deeply complex and emotionally charged, rooted in years of disagreement and differing perspectives on responsibility, involvement, and respect.