Stacey Solomon and her husband Joe Swash are facing immense ‘pressure’, one insider has claimed, as they endure “non-stop” abuse online following the launch of their reality show.
The stars of new BBC series Stacey & Joe came in for savage verdicts from some social media users as the first episode of six aired earlier this week.
Detractors complained on X that the programme was “utter garbage” and a waste of the TV licence fee. And some viewers also criticised former EastEnders actor Joe for his “frustrating” behaviour.
But according to one report, harsher remarks have been taking a toll on “sensitive” Joe, even as the couple interact with more positive reactions from their huge Instagram followings.
Joe Swash is said to be upset by criticism (Credit: BBC iPlayer)
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OK! reports that Stacey and Joe have felt blindsided by the backlash – and may not have anticipated the level of exposure the series would bring.
A source is reported to have claimed Joe in particular has been stung by online disapproval as their family life at Pickle Cottage with their kids was depicted on TV.
The pair are said to have envisaged Stacey & Joe might come to be considered a more grounded version of The Kardashians. However, the social media fallout has reportedly been tough for Joe.
Joe can be very sensitive to criticism and gets very upset by it.
The insider claimed: “Joe can be very sensitive to criticism and gets very upset by it, so doing the show is not as easy as it seems.”
Maybe those having a go at Stacey Solomon don’t realise she can see their nasty comments on her phone? (Credit: BBC iPlayer)
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