Olly Murs opens up about twin feud

Olly Murs discusses his estrangement from twin Ben and how fatherhood reshapes his view of the rift.

Olly Murs opens about a long running feud with his twin brother

Olly Murs says he has not spoken to his twin Ben since 2009, when he performed on the X Factor instead of attending his brother's wedding. The singer tells The Sunday Times Magazine that the fallout has torn the family apart but he has begun to understand his mother's sadness more since becoming a parent. He adds that he has nothing but love and respect for his brother and would welcome reconciliation.

The piece notes that Ben once called Olly a self obsessed sell out and cut contact, widening the gap within the family. Olly also says Robbie Williams has become like a brother, and that he will not miss important family moments this time around as he prepares for a second child with wife Amelia. He describes his work as not being a regular job and stresses that his priority now is to be a good husband and father, while still hoping to change the dynamic with his brother someday.

The story uses a private family rift to examine how fame shapes personal ties. It shows that a career built in the public eye can collide with family loyalty, sometimes with lasting emotional cost for parents and siblings. The interview also reframes the narrative around forgiveness, portraying Olly’s quiet resolve to mend fences while balancing the pressures of public life. In a world that loves celebrity drama, this piece stays focused on human questions rather than sensational gossip.

Highlights

Private grief meets public life and the path to reconciliation remains uncertain.