Tammy Hembrow Shares Her Struggle Through Public Divorce
Tammy Hembrow, a well-known influencer and star of Love Island, has opened up about the emotional turmoil she faced during the end of her marriage to Matt Zukowski. The couple, who tied the knot in 2025, announced their split after just seven months, leaving Hembrow to navigate the challenges of a high-profile divorce.
Hembrow, a mother of three, shared her experience on the Something to Talk About podcast, where she spoke candidly about the difficulties of maintaining a facade of normalcy while dealing with personal heartbreak. “It was an excrucious experience at first,” she said, reflecting on the early days of the separation.
The period leading up to the public announcement of their split was particularly tough for Hembrow. She explained that it was hard to put on a brave face and pretend everything was okay. “I started having panic attacks … I was really not OK for a while,” she admitted. The emotional strain was so severe that she found herself breaking down in public, even over simple interactions.
“I couldn’t even go to the grocery store without breaking down, I was in such a terrible place,” she recalled. Hembrow described how even a simple greeting from a stranger could trigger a breakdown due to the stress and trauma of the situation.
The Role of Therapy in Recovery
Therapy played a crucial role in helping Hembrow through this difficult time. She emphasized the importance of seeking professional support when dealing with emotional distress. “I’ve never experienced anything like that in my life, and I feel like it was just the trauma of the relationship and the breakup and … trying to deal with the public and everything after it. It was just a lot.”
Despite the challenges, Hembrow is now in a much better place. She expressed gratitude for the lessons learned and the progress she has made. “I can gladly say that I’m in such a better place now and I’m grateful to be out of that, and I’m grateful for everything that I’ve learned.”
Dealing with Public Scrutiny
The public nature of the divorce added another layer of difficulty for Hembrow. She mentioned that there were many untrue things said about her situation, which only made the experience more challenging. “Dealing with any breakup is already so difficult, and doing it in public with everyone with their assumptions and their opinions, it just makes it 10 times harder.”
Hembrow also highlighted the added pressure of being a mother during this time. “And then also just doing it as a mum and trying to not break down in front of my kids … it was a really difficult thing to go through.”
Moving Forward
Hembrow’s journey through the end of her marriage has been a testament to her resilience. While the experience was undoubtedly painful, it has also led to personal growth and healing. Her story serves as a reminder of the importance of seeking support and taking time to heal, especially when facing public scrutiny.
As she continues to move forward, Hembrow remains focused on her family and her well-being. Her openness about her struggles has resonated with many, offering hope and encouragement to others going through similar challenges.
