Added: Aug 8, 2023
In this episode of the podcast, Dawn Ward shares her life story and discusses her successful marriage with her husband, Ashley. She begins by talking about her upbringing and her parents, who she describes as amazing. Dawn's father's self-taught education and business acumen inspired her to be independent and confident, while her mother taught her to appreciate what she had and be independent by not coddling her.Dawn then discusses her early career in modeling and her move to London at the age of 16. She lived in a model flat with other girls and worked various modeling assignments. She also worked in a pub to support herself. Dawn shares a funny story about meeting Guns N' Roses in the pub where she worked and becoming friends with the drummer, Matt Sorum. After her time in London, Dawn returned home and got into a relationship with a guy named Chris. However, he cheated on her multiple times, so she decided to call a guy she had met at a pub, who turned out to be Ashley. They went on a date, and Dawn was immediately attracted to him. They started dating, and Dawn eventually found out that Ashley was a professional footballer for Leicester City. Dawn and Ashley have been together for 31 years and have a successful marriage. Dawn attributes their success to the fact that she still finds Ashley attractive and that they have a strong physical connection. She also mentions that they have a great friendship and enjoy spending time together. Dawn believes that communication and trust are essential in a marriage and that they have always been honest with each other. Dawn also talks about her parenting style and how she has tried to instill the values her parents taught her in her own children. She believes in being strict but fair and teaching her children to be polite, caring, and understanding of others' feelings. Dawn emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and following through with consequences. Dawn talks about the influence of her parents and Ashley's parents on their marriage and how they have both come from strong marriages. She emphasizes the importance of having a strong foundation and support system in a relationship. Dawn also mentions her ambition and desire to be successful, which led her to start various businesses, including a care home and a clothing shop. The conversation then turns to Dawn's decision to join "The Real Housewives of Cheshire." She explains that she initially turned down offers to appear on reality TV but eventually decided to do the show to give her daughters a platform and to continue their standard of living after Ashley's football career ended. Dawn reflects on the success of the show and how it has helped her family. Dawn also discusses the challenges she faced during her time on the show, including health issues and conflicts with other cast members. She talks about her decision to leave the show after her hysterectomy and the regrets she had about her behavior while filming, particularly when she was drunk. Dawn acknowledges that the show does not force or encourage cast members to drink but admits that she allowed herself to get caught up in the atmosphere. Dawn then opens up about a traumatic experience she went through when she was accused of making racist remarks. She explains that she had been arrested and charged based on false accusations made by a group of individuals. She describes the emotional toll it took on her and how she had to face the possibility of being found guilty of such serious allegations. Dawn emphasizes that she has always been against racism and has friends from various backgrounds, making the accusations even more devastating for her. She discusses the court case that followed and the evidence presented to prove her innocence. Dawn's barrister and her husband played crucial roles in supporting her throughout the process. She expresses her gratitude for their help and the support of her friends and family. Dawn also highlights the flaws in the criminal justice system, particularly for public figures, and the stress and anxiety she experienced during the trial. Ultimately, Dawn was found not guilty, and she reflects on the impact the case had on her life. She acknowledges the importance of her family and friends in helping her through the difficult times. Dawn also discusses her career as an interior designer and the success she has achieved in that field. She mentions her involvement in charity work, particularly the Creme de la Creme Ball, which has raised over a million pounds for various causes. In conclusion, Dawn Ward shares her personal journey, including her experiences on "The Real Housewives of Cheshire" and the challenges she faced during her court case. She emphasizes the importance of family and friends in supporting her through difficult times and expresses her gratitude for their unwavering support.