Jamelia has insisted that the rumours that her former fiance Darren Byfield cheated on her were not to blame for their split last week.

Darren was accused to sleeping with a model late last year but Jamelia told the Sun: “I absolutely know the rumours about him are not true and they played no part in our break-up.”

“Living your relationship in the public eye is a difficult thing to do, especially when both of you are under the spotlight. I still love Darren and we will remain the best of friends.”

She added: “I’m doing OK. I’m a practical person and I’ve got two children to look after so I’m not going to fall apart.”

“I’m not scared about being a single mum again as I don’t see myself that way. Darren has always played such an active role in the kids’ lives and I’m confident that he always will. He’s a fantastic father.”

She also has work to keep her busy: “I’m getting on with work as I’ve got two really big projects to focus on - my new haircare range, Model.Me, and my greatest hits album, which are both out next month.”

“I’ve also got an amazing support network around me in Birmingham which helps me both as a mother and with my career. My friends and family have been amazing and are supporting me through this every step.”