September 22nd 2024.
Zoe Ball, the popular DJ, has reportedly made a big move from her luxurious mansion in Sussex to a charming townhouse in the vibrant city of Brighton. The 53-year-old purchased her sprawling Sussex pad in 2020, complete with a swimming pool, tennis courts, and acres of land. However, it seems that Zoe has had a change of heart and decided to trade in her lavish country lifestyle for something more lively.
According to reports, the main reason for her move was to be closer to her ex-husband, DJ Norman Cook, also known as Fatboy Slim. The former couple, who were married for 21 years and share two children aged 24 and 14, have remained close and it's believed that Zoe wanted to be near her family. "Zoe obviously got fed up with life in the country and wanted to move to somewhere a bit more lively," a source revealed.
Since moving to her new home, Zoe has been completely immersed in making it her own. "She has become really engrossed in making her house just as she wants it and has been happily ordering furniture and buying bits and bobs to make it perfect," the source added.
Zoe's Sussex home was purchased for £2,025,000 and it's speculated that she wanted a change of scenery after her split from partner Michael Reed last year. The couple had been together for five-and-a-half years before going their separate ways. Despite their split, Zoe and Michael have remained on good terms and have been co-parenting their two children.
This is not the first time Zoe has gone through a separation, as she and Norman separated in 2016 and officially divorced in 2020. The couple tied the knot in 1999 and have a son, Woody Fred Cook, and a daughter, Nelly. Despite their breakup, Zoe and Norman have remained close and often share photos of themselves with their children on social media.
Recently, Zoe was spotted out and about with her ex-husband and children, enjoying a day at a café in Hove with a large group of friends. This came as a relief to fans who had been concerned about her absence from her BBC show. It was later revealed that Zoe had been taking some time off to spend with her family after the passing of her mother from cancer in April.
In an exclusive statement to MailOnline, Zoe's son Woody expressed his happiness at seeing his mother smile again. "My mum and I like to keep our private lives to ourselves, but I will say I have spent a lot more time with her recently, as she has always been there for me in tough times. I'm glad to see her smiling," he said.
Fans of Zoe will be delighted to know that she is set to return to the airwaves on Monday, September 23, as per BBC schedules. If you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, feel free to reach out to The Agency entertainment team by emailing or calling, or by visiting their Submit Stuff page. They would love to hear from you!
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