Just days after Cat Deeley and Patrick Kielty stunned fans by announcing the end of their 12-year marriage, fresh fears have surfaced — not only about their relationship, but about Cat’s future on This Morning… and whether she may be ready to leave the UK behind altogether.
According to new reports, those close to the couple are worried that Cat may be preparing to leave Britain — and possibly take their sons back to the U.S.
A move that could change everything for Patrick.
💔 The Statement That Started It All
On July 29, Cat and Patrick issued a rare joint statement confirming the end of their marriage.
“We have taken the decision to end our marriage and are now separated. There is no other party involved.”
The pair share two sons — Milo, 9, and James, 7 — and had previously built a life in Los Angeles before returning to the UK when Cat joined ITV’s This Morning.
🇺🇸 Could She Be Heading Back to America?
Before landing her role on This Morning, Cat was a fixture on U.S. television, notably hosting So You Think You Can Dance, where she reportedly earned £43,000 per episode.
But now, whispers inside ITV and among close friends suggest she may already be considering a move back across the pond — with her children in tow.
“Everyone is worried about Paddy,” an insider revealed.
“The fear is that Cat will go back to America with the little ones. That would leave him in a very dark place.”
📺 Is Her Time on This Morning Nearing Its End?
While Cat hasn’t publicly commented on her long-term future with This Morning, behind the scenes, there’s speculation that her heart may no longer be in it — especially with ITV facing budget cuts, and the constant public scrutiny that comes with the job.
“Her stint on the show hasn’t been a disaster, but it hasn’t been a huge hit either,” the source said.
“And she has far more lucrative — and less intense — options waiting for her in the States.”
In a past interview, Cat even hinted that she could walk away if things ever became too much:
“If it gets too much for me, I’m going to quit. I don’t need to do it. I could stop and be a mum for most of the year, and then go and do the shows in America.”
“Hot Property” in Hollywood
Industry insiders claim that Cat is still highly sought-after in the U.S., with the potential to pick and choose from high-paying gigs that would give her more flexibility — and more time with her boys.
“She’s still hot property in the U.S.,” one source said.
“She could walk into a top role tomorrow — with better hours and better money.”
Where Does This Leave Patrick?
Currently, Patrick is hosting The Late Late Show in Ireland and is expected to return to screens in September.
But if Cat does relocate with the boys, many wonder how long he could realistically stay away from them.
“He loves those two fellas more than anything,” one insider added.
“If Cat leaves for the U.S., it’s hard to imagine Patrick staying put in Ireland. He’d do anything to be near them.”
A Transatlantic Crossroads
This split may be about more than just a marriage ending. It could mark the beginning of a life-changing shift — across continents, careers, and family dynamics.
“It’s not just the end of their relationship,” one source hinted.
“It could be the start of two very different lives.”
As for what happens next, neither Cat nor Patrick has revealed their plans.
But with emotions running high — and two young boys at the center of it all — the next move may come sooner than anyone expects.
