Milly and Louis, who gained a substantial online following by documenting the renovation of an abandoned Victorian villa, have announced their separation. The couple shared the news in an emotional video update, confirming their split after five and a half years together.
Despite their breakup, Milly stated that she intends to continue the ambitious restoration project of Belgrave Villa in Swansea, Wales, on her own. The pair purchased the seven-bedroom property, which had been empty for six years, in 2024 for £410,000 (approximately AUD$825,000) and have spent the last two years sharing their progress with millions of fans.
Their online journey, which includes 1.9 million Instagram followers and over 480,000 YouTube subscribers, saw viewers become invested in both the transformation of the sprawling property and the couple's dynamic. Milly acknowledged that fans had noticed changes behind the scenes and explained that she delayed the announcement as she was uncertain about the future of the renovation.
Milly clarified that the delay was not for clickbait purposes but due to the personal and financial complexities that followed their separation. She detailed the challenging discussions about who would keep the property and whether she could manage the renovation financially on her own. These discussions, alongside the demands of the renovation and their social media channel, required her to juggle mortgage advisers, accountants, and financing arrangements.
Ultimately, Milly decided to take on the project solo, despite the house serving as a constant reminder of her past relationship. She described the task as