Reality TV star Jake Quickenden shocked fans earlier this month when he revealed he had split from his wife, Sophie Church. He has opened up on his feelings in an emotional new social media post.22:21, 28 Jun 2026Updated 22:21, 28 Jun 2026Jake Quickenden revealed he'd endured a week of "ups and downs" following the collapse of his marriage. the 37-year-old singer, presenter and actor revealed last month that he had split from Sophie Church after four years together.‌The pair share three sons together - with Jake being stepfather to Sophie's teenage son, Freddie, who she welcomed in a previous relationship. The former couple are also proud parents to five-year-old Leo and one-year-old Kit.‌On Sunday, Jake took to social media to share a collection of photographs - many featuring the three boys. In a week that followed record breaking temperatures, the TV star appeared keen to encourage temperatures to raise even higher as he showcased sizzling topless snaps in his mix of shared photo collection.‌However, the former I'm A Celeb runner-up also hinted that the end of his marriage may have been on his mind. In a reflective post, Jake wrote: "It’s been a hot week… full of ups and downs. It will all be ok in the end, and if it’s not ok it’s not the end."He continued: "Spent lots of time with the boys this week and it’s been super fun, exhausting but fun." And he added: "Have a great Sunday."‌The star showed off his impressive physique with a mirror selfie taken from a gym - and in another photo, showed his abs reflecting in a circular mirror. A host of other photos showed the proud dad posing with his sons as they enjoyed sunbathing, dining out, exploring woodland, and relaxing together.The images were well received by Jake's followers - with many noting how happy everyone looked despite a recent change in family dynamics. Commenting on the photos, one wrote: "Those smiles on your boys faces when your around them is what life’s about" - with the former X Factor star agreed with.Another typed: "Aw Jake. Keep your head up high. That’s what I’m doing. Happiness is somewhere for you." And another commented on Jake's close bond with his stepson, Freddie, with Jake then noting: "he’s my bro when he’s not on Fortnite lol."‌Earlier this month, Jake revealed that his marriage to Sophie had come to an end after four years. The former X Factor star and the businesswoman had first started dating in June 2018 before tying-the-knot in September 2022.‌In a social media post at the beginning of June this year, Jake explained that he and Sophie had split on an earlier date. Sharing a photo of them together with their children, he wrote: "Me and Sophie have unfortunately separated it’s been a few months now, tried to keep it private for us to come to terms with it and navigate it properly, while it also involves our beautiful children."He then went on to praise his estranged wife, writing: "Sophie is an amazing person and Mother and we shared some very special moments together that I will always cherish, we have beautiful children together and they will always come first, I have respect and love for her and I want her to succeed in everything she does, I will always have her back."He went on to share that he and Sophie had grown apart and decided they would be happier if they broke up. He added: "Many times in breakups people expect a huge reason, this isn’t like that it’s two people growing apart and realising that happiness rests its head somewhere else."‌He then went on to explain that he was going to concentrate on raising his children - who he now co-parents with Sophie. Following their split, a source told The Sun: “Jake and Sophie have ended their marriage but they remain incredibly amicable.“There is still a huge amount of love and respect between them. Their main priority has always been, and continues to be, their children, and they are fully committed to being the best parents possible.“Over time, they started to grow apart and Jake and Sophie have had some long and honest conversations about this. While they might not be together any more, they are still on great terms and are looking to the future, co-parenting together. Maintaining a happy and supportive family unit together is their focus now.”Article continues belowLike this story? For more of the latest showbiz news and gossip, follow Mirror Celebs on TikTok , Snapchat , Instagram , Twitter , Facebook , YouTube and Threads .