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Jun 2022
53m 6s

Denise van Outen

Fearne Cotton
About this episode

Heartbreak is a universal feeling, but everyone copes with it differently. Presenter, actor and singer Denise Van Outen tends to throw herself into work, keeping busy with exciting professional opportunities, to distract from any pain.


In this chat with Fearne, Denise talks about how she’s learnt to accept being alone after heartbreak and acknowledge the stillness without constantly trying to fill the void. Close friends Fearne and Denise also share their experiences of raising blended families, and chat about how much of your heartbreak – or any other pain – you should share with your kids.


Denise’s book, ‘A Bit of Me: From Basildon, to Broadway, and Back’, is available to buy now. 



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