Newly-single Dan Osborne’s latest business venture ‘runs into difficulties’ after the REAL reason behind his shock split from wife Jacqueline Jossa was revealed

Dan Osbourne’s latest business venture has reportedly run into difficulties amid his shock split from wife Jacqueline Jossa. 

According to The Sun, the ex TOWIE star’s tanning salon has failed to open nine months after promising Instagram followers it would be the ‘best in Essex’.

Last June Dan, 33, shared a glimpse of the property after getting his hands on the keys and promising things would be up and running ‘soon’ however the shop has still yet to open.

Writing at the time: ‘WE FINALLY GOT THE KEYS!! After 7 months we have now got the keys to our shop in Benfleet, Essex! Work begins now.. This shop is going to look unreal when we’re done with it!’.

But according to the publication Dan recently gave an update on the business and told a follower: ‘We’re still waiting on the electricity I’m afraid. We’ve been waiting for EDF Energy for 4 months to install a meter’.

MailOnline have contacted Dan’s reps for comment.  

Dan and Jacqueline’s split after the former TOWIE star purchased a property without his wife’s knowledge, MailOnline can reveal.

The EastEnders actress, 32, was left in shock after discovering her husband had bought a house in Essex last year, which put more pressure on their strained relationship.

Sources close to soap star Jacqueline, who shares daughters Ella, ten, and Mia, six, with the reality star, say she felt ‘betrayed’ and it had ‘reignited old trust issues’.

The couple struggled to make their marriage work following weeks of heated rows.

Jacqueline, who was pictured for the first time on Monday without her wedding ring, was the sole owner of the couple’s ‘dream’ £2million six-bedroom home, which was put on the market in June and sold earlier this month for a six-figure sum.

A source told MailOnline that Dan, who’s also a father to son Teddy, 11, with ex-partner Megan Tomlin, wanted to ‘protect’ himself and invest in somewhere to live for his own security as his relationship with Jacqueline gradually declined.

An insider revealed: ‘Dan bought a house last year without telling Jacqueline until the final stages.

‘He put the wheels in motion because he believed their relationship was coming to an end and with Jacqueline owning their marital home, he needed to look after his future.

‘It caused a blazing row between them and the trust, which was already fragmented, really suffered.’

It was confirmed on Sunday that the couple had separated following almost eight years of marriage and over 10 years together, with Dan already spotted without his wedding ring.  

The Sun on Sunday revealed Dan had packed his bags and moved out with the couple uncertain about their future.

An official statement said: ‘Jacqueline and Dan are handling things privately, choosing to keep their lives and relationship out of the public eye. They kindly ask for respect and privacy as they navigate this together.

‘Their children remain their top priority, surrounded by love and care from both parents, something that will never change.

‘Above all, Jacqueline and Dan have each other’s and their children’s best interests at heart. There will be no further comment.’

MailOnline has contacted Jacqueline and Dan’s representatives for comment. 

MailOnline exclusively revealed in July how Jacqueline had put her Essex mansion up for sale after spending years renovating the property, which she documented on Instagram.  

Jacqueline previously described the abode as the couple’s ‘forever home’, sharing the moment she collected the keys with her followers.  

The former I’m A Celeb winner, who returned to EastEnders as Lauren Branning in 2023, proudly shared videos on her profile where she took her fans on a tour of the property, showing off a bar area with light-up ‘The Osborne’s’ sign.

Jacqueline married ex-TOWIE star Dan in June 2017 and last paid tribute to her husband online in July, which coincided with their wedding anniversary and his birthday.

She wrote: ‘Just realised I haven’t even posted on the grid about Daniel’s birthday or our anniversary and I just wanted to do a little appreciation post for my bestest friend in the world. Over 10 years and seven of them married. Love you more than ever. Crazy little world isn’t it.’ 

The couple have faced their difficulties over the years, with their marriage plagued by cheating allegations against Dan.