Stacey Solomon’s Family, Relationships, and Friends: Everything You Need to Know

Stacey Solomon has often spoken about the importance of family, relationships, and friends in her life. Known for her warmth and openness, she has shared moments from her journey both in her career and at home with those who support her. These aspects have shaped the person people know today.

Family Life and Background

Stacey was born in Dagenham, England, in 1989. Her upbringing was in a close-knit household with her parents, David and Fiona Solomon. She also has a brother, Matthew, and a sister, Jemma. Stacey’s parents divorced when she was nine, which brought changes to her family dynamic.

She attended King Solomon High School. At age seventeen, during her studies, she became pregnant with her first son. This early responsibility played a big role in shaping her future outlook on family and children.

Stacey is married to Joe Swash. They met in 2010 while filming I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! but began dating in January 2016. Their connection grew from shared experiences in the entertainment world.

The couple got engaged in December 2020. They married at their home, Pickle Cottage, in Essex. Together, Stacey and Joe have welcomed a son, Rex, in 2019, and a daughter, born in October 2021. Stacey’s older children, Zachary and Leighton, are from previous relationships.

None of Stacey’s children are adopted; all are biological. Joe Swash, her husband, is also a television presenter. Stacey’s family life is a central part of her public persona.

Name	Relation	Birth Year
David Solomon	Father	Unknown
Fiona Solomon	Mother	Unknown
Matthew Solomon	Brother	Unknown
Jemma Solomon	Sister	Unknown
Zachary	Son	2008*
Leighton	Son	2012*
Rex Swash	Son	2019
Daughter (name unconfirmed)	Daughter	2021
Joe Swash	Husband	1982

*approximate, based on known data

Relationships Over the Years

Stacey’s romantic relationships have been a topic of public attention. Before marrying Joe Swash, she had relationships with several partners. Her early relationship with Dean Cox occurred while she was a teenager. Dean is the father of her first son, Zachary. Dean Cox’s profession and background are less known to the public.

She was engaged to Aaron Barham in December 2011. Aaron is the father of Stacey’s second son, Leighton. Their engagement ended, and they went their separate ways, though they maintain a parenting relationship for their child.

Stacey also dated Steve-O, known from Jackass, in 2015. Steve-O, an American entertainer with a background in television and stunt comedy, met Stacey during the TV show The Jump. Their relationship was brief, as differing lifestyles and schedules led to their breakup.

None of these relationships continued; Stacey and her former partners ended things amicably for the sake of their children.

Name	Relationship Type	Time Period
Dean Cox	Ex-boyfriend	~2007–2009
Aaron Barham	Ex-fiancé	~2011–2014
Steve-O	Ex-boyfriend	2015

Friends Since Fame

Stacey has built strong friendships through her career in music and television. One of her notable friends is Olly Murs. Olly, a singer-songwriter, became friends with Stacey during their time together on The X Factor in 2009. Their brief time as finalists fostered a lasting friendship.

Another close friend is Mrs. Hinch (Sophie Hinchliffe), known for her work as a cleaning influencer. Their friendship began through social media and mutual admiration for each other’s work and approach to family life. They offer support and encouragement, especially around parenting.

Stacey is also friends with Joe Swash’s ex-wife Emma Sophocleous, as they co-parent in harmony for the children involved. Stacey’s friendships often revolve around shared experiences in the public eye, parenting, and their mutual support for each other’s endeavors.

Name	Known Since	Profession
Olly Murs	2009	Singer-songwriter
Sophie Hinchliffe	2019	Influencer
Emma Sophocleous	2016	Unknown