Mark Wright, a former cast member of The Only Way Is Essex, has reportedly taken steps to distance himself from the ITV show. Despite rising to fame on TOWIE, Mark left the show in 2011 to pursue other opportunities, including appearing on I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! Although it has been over a decade since he appeared on the show, Mark’s name still comes up due to his former fiancee Lauren Goodger returning to TOWIE after nine years. In a recent episode, Lauren discussed her tattoo of Mark’s name, causing some tension. A source close to Mark revealed that he is unhappy with his name being mentioned on the show, especially in relation to his past relationship with Lauren. He has allegedly contacted TOWIE producers to request that his name not be mentioned on the show.
The source claimed that Mark does not want to be associated with TOWIE anymore and dislikes his name being brought up, particularly in connection with Lauren. The source also mentioned that Mark’s team reached out to TOWIE producers to remind them of his wishes. However, it was reported that the producers found Mark’s request amusing, considering that the show contributed significantly to his career, especially through his turbulent relationship with Lauren. Mark is said to be frustrated with his ex-castmate Amy Childs for bringing up his name in conversations with Lauren, accusing her of doing it intentionally to provoke a reaction from him. While some former TOWIE stars may want to revisit the past, Mark prefers to leave it behind him.
Mark and Lauren’s relationship was a central storyline in the early seasons of TOWIE, capturing viewers’ attention with their ups and downs culminating in a marriage proposal captured on film. However, their relationship eventually ended, and Mark went on to marry Michelle Keegan in 2015. Lauren also moved on and became a mother in 2021, welcoming her first daughter, Larose. Sadly, Lauren announced in June 2022 that her second daughter had passed away shortly after birth. Despite the challenges in their personal lives, Lauren made a return to TOWIE and caught up with her friend Amy Childs, reminiscing about old times. The mention of Mark’s name in their conversation sparked humor as Lauren revealed that she had gotten rid of her tattoo of his name for obvious reasons.
The tension surrounding Mark’s name being brought up on TOWIE reflects his desire to distance himself from the show and move forward with his career. Since leaving the reality series, Mark has pursued various opportunities, including becoming a presenter and marrying actor Michelle Keegan. While some aspects of his past continue to resurface through mentions on TOWIE, Mark appears focused on maintaining a sense of privacy and professionalism in his current endeavors. Despite the challenges and emotional moments that defined his time on the show, Mark seems determined to carve out his own path separate from his reality TV roots and past relationships. As he navigates the complexities of fame and personal life, Mark’s efforts to move beyond his TOWIE days showcase a desire for growth and new experiences.
