Right before calling it quits, the couple had been living together with their adorable pooch Freddie and even went on a romantic getaway to Mauritius at the beginning of the year.
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Sexting several women
However, over the last week, reports have come out detailing Dr Alex George's unfaithful behaviour in which he is said to have sexted several women despite being in a committed relationship with Hecht. According to one close source of the couple:
Alex cheated on Ellie very early on in their relationship but she chose to forgive him and move on. She has really been his rock during a very difficult time for him and decided to give him the benefit of the doubt.
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Unfortunately, Alex went on to sext a number of other women during their relationship and it all came to a head when someone contacted Ellie and spilled the beans about what he had been up to.
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Both have now broken their silence
Most recently, Dr Alex George has come out with a vague statement that indirectly addresses the events that have transpired, saying:
It's wise not to judge situations that you do not understand. Just a Sunday thought.
While ex-girlfriend of the Love Island star took to social media for the first time to break her silence. In the story, she wrote:
This has been a very difficult time for me so I really do value all the kind messages. However, I’d appreciate if you could respect my privacy at this time as well.