Hollyoaks star Stephanie Davis has confirmed that she and boyfriend Joe McKalroy have split up, just a short time after she welcomed a baby boy with her former partner22:48, 22 Jun 2025Updated 22:57, 22 Jun 2025Stephanie and Joe welcomed a son in JanuaryStephanie Davis has announced her break up with boyfriend Joe McKalroy, following a week of whispers about their relationship.The 32 year old Hollyoaks star and Joe started dating in 2022 and share a five-month-old son named Samuel together.Gossip about the end of their love affair began last weekend when Stephanie posted a Father’s Day message that conspicuously left out any nod to her child’s dad. More comments dropped by the soap celeb added fuel to the fire regarding the split.On Sunday, Stephanie took to social media to put an end to the rumours, confirming she and Joe have parted ways and she is bracing to raise her little one alone.She said she was ‘in shock’ at the splitShe did not explain what led to the end of their once solid relationship.Article continues belowTaking to Instagram Stories, she wrote: “Never in a million years did I think I’d be writing this. I’ve been left with no choice but to address the rumours.”She added: “This has come as a complete shock and has been an incredibly painful and unexpected time. Just four months after having a baby – one of the most vulnerable and emotional times in a woman’s life – I’ve found myself facing this chapter on my own.”Alluding to her previous rocky relationship with reality star Jeremy McConnell, father to her seven year old son, she continued: “After everything I’ve been through in the past, I truly believed I’d finally found my happiness – something secure and lasting. But that, heartbreakingly, hasn’t been the case.”Stephanie continued to pen: “I’m grateful for the years we had because without us I wouldn’t have my Samuel. Who will always be my priority.”She wrapped up her message by saying: “Right now, I’m focusing on healing, protecting my peace, and doing the best I can – being there for my two beautiful boys. Thank you to those who’ve reached out – your kindness has meant more than I can say. Stephanie X.”This heartfelt update followed closely on the heels of an earlier social media post celebrating her son, Samuel’s five-month milestone, with no mention of Joe, reports the Mirror.Stephanie and Joe welcomed a son in January(Image: More