Published: 18:08 BST, 7 August 2026 | Updated: 18:08 BST, 7 August 2026
Ella Rae Wise is not married, according to reports.
The TOWIE star, 26, sparked speculation she had secretly tied the knot to businessman Ricky Lawrence, 34, after going Instagram official earlier this week while on holiday in Marbella.
Ella and Ricky's pal Lorri Haines, who is the fiancé of Ferne McCann, posted a photo of the couple where he wrote 'Congratulations to the newlyweds'.
Ella also flashed a gold Cartier ring on her finger during their stay at the luxurious Don Carlos Hotel.
A source told The Sun the couple 'aren't married' and the reference to being newlyweds was 'just a joke' but added they are enjoying spending time together.
The Daily Mail has contacted Ella's representative for comment.
The new romance comes just four months after Ella split from her on-and-off boyfriend Dan Edgar, who is now in a relationship with Chloe Lewis.
Ella Rae Wise is not married, according to reports. The TOWIE star, 26, sparked speculation she had secretly tied the knot to businessman Ricky Lawrence, 34, after going Instagram official
In May, Ella candidly shared that she is finding it 'really hard' to come to grips with Dan moving on with Chloe.
Ella dumped Dan, 36, in January 2025 – a week before she entered the Big Brother house – citing trust issues.
And appearing on brand new TOWIE podcast You All right Hun? Ella opened up on navigating being around her ex-boyfriend, while also giving her verdict on his relationship with Chloe.
Speaking to host Denise Van Outen, she said it was a 'really hard situation', compounded by the fact that she and Dan were 'naturally drawn to each other' in group situations.
The TV personality said she felt 'very emotional' about the situation and was struggling to decide what to do moving forward, confessing she wished she had a 'crystal ball' so she knew which path to take.
'It was a lot,' Ella explained. 'And I think it's really hard to be around your ex anyway. Like, we all know that I don't have loads of friends on TOWIE don't we? So, he to me, he's a bit of my familiarity.