Just a day after it was revealed that The Only Way Is Essex OG Lydia Bright has quit the show, her mum and all round absolute legend Debbie Douglas has also announced her departure.
And we're totally heartbroken.
Debbie took to Twitter to break the news to her fans, writing: "Following the latest release re Lydia leaving Towie I feel it's the right time to inform you that I decided to leave the show at the end of the last series…"
Lydia's mum was quick to point out that her decision to leave had absolutely nothing to do with her daughter's ex, James Argent, making his big return to the show.
She continued: "please BELIEVE me that this had no link at all re James returning. I wish James love and happiness as does Lydia.
"My time on Towie has come to an end for other reasons. Love and hugs to all."
This comes after an insider told The Sun: “Lydia’s loved being on Towie despite the stresses it’s caused in her personal life, particularly when it comes to Arg.
“She was weighing up her future following the end of the last series and with Arg clearly being back in contention, it triggered her decision.
“She knew he would get a lot of airtime and it’s only natural she would be dragged into possible storylines."
A spokesperson for the reality TV star later confirmed the news of Lydia's departure, telling OK!: "Lydia has decided to take a break from TOWIE and this is a decision we fully support. We wish Lydia well."
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