The Davies family who won the EuroMillions £61million prize winners became one of the highest jackpot winners in UK history. The syndicate of five, Sonia (53), daughters Courtney Stephanie, her boyfriend Steve, as well as Stephanie's partner, Keith became overnight celebrities Friday, July 29 with their huge multi-million windfall. However, Keith's ex-wife, Mandy Reynolds insists that she is not bitter over her estranged ex-husband's new wealth and says that she was "happy" for him. She added that she bears no grudge towards Keith's current love, Sonia Davies.
Although Keith has had three children with her, Mandy refused to declare any details about their split two years ago and after 20 years of marriage. However, Mandy's brother, Glen Hipkiss has shed some light on their separation insisting that it had been an amicable parting.
"There is no bitterness at all," she said. "It is his money and he can do what he wants with it. I have spoken to my daughters since the win and they are all happy. We are all very happy. It is great news. There is no bitterness on my part at all. We still get on well for the sake of the children and that's is all there is to it. I have not spoken to Keith about it but I have spoken to my daughters and they were thrilled. I don't want to say anymore, other than we are all very happy."
"Keith Is A Lovely Bloke And There Is No Animosity There At All"
"They were married for 20 plus years and have three daughters. One was in America playing football and they all went over to Florida for her graduation recently. Keith went as well. That was Abby. Their other daughters Holly and Tash still live locally," he added. "I think it is great! It sets my nieces up for life. Keith is a lovely bloke and there is no animosity there at all," he said.
"I am delighted, mainly for my nieces. My sister and Keith still get on ok and are in contact mainly over their daughters. There was no explosive divorce - it was just a parting of the ways and it happened about two years ago. My brother phoned to tell me about the win. It is a monster prize so fair play to Keith. I have not heard what he is planning to do with the money but I am sure my nieces will be well looked after. I am really pleased for him - chuffed!" he said.
Even Mandy's other brother's partner, Kelly Price, reiterated the theme. "I am really pleased for Keith. It is great news and great for their daughters. It is surreal, though."
The EuroMillions jackpot is currently standing at a very substantial £30,000,000. Draws take place at 20:45 every Tuesday and Friday. The EuroMillions lucky numbers are:
| 13 | 16 | 29 | 35 | 42 | 6 | 8 |