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Arsenal star Declan Rice defends his wife, Lauren Fryer, after cruel online comments about her appearance, calling her the love of his life and his greatest support.
Declan Rice, one of the most expensive English footballers, has been thrust into media attention for the wrong reasons. The Arsenal midfielder, who transferred from West Ham last year for a record-breaking €95 million, has been a target of online criticism due to comments about his wife, Lauren Fryer.
Lauren, who met Rice when they were both 17, has been labeled unfairly by some fans as "overweight," sparking a divisive debate online. The couple, now both 25 years old, live a quiet life in London and welcomed their son, Jude, in 2022. Despite their happy life together, Lauren has faced cruel remarks about her appearance after Rice posted a photo of the two of them on Instagram. The backlash was so intense that the post was eventually deleted.
On social media platform X, one post stood out, stating: "Declan Rice is a multi-millionaire, an athlete, a 185-centimeter-tall top footballer, and he settled for a fat girl." Similar comments resurfaced during the recent European Championship, where Lauren was seen supporting Rice from the stands, with critics suggesting he could have "done better."
The negative comments led Lauren to delete all her social media posts in April, though she had previously shared family photos and moments with her partner. Declan Rice addressed the criticism during a press conference, passionately defending Lauren. "She is the love of my life and I don't need a better one," he declared, praising her honesty, wit, beauty, and kindness. He described her as his refuge in moments of loneliness and his greatest source of support.
Rice has been in the spotlight since his rise to fame at West Ham United. His high-profile transfer to Arsenal in 2023 cemented his status as one of England's top footballers. Despite the public scrutiny, his unwavering support for Lauren showcases his loyalty and commitment to his family.