When Adam Peaty and Holly Ramsay tied the knot in a lavish ceremony at Bath Abbey, the guest list quickly became a talking point — not just for who attended, but for who didn’t. Among the notable absences was Strictly Come Dancing professional Katya Jones, Adam’s former dance partner, sparking quiet questions among fans and insiders alike.
The Olympic swimmer’s wedding was packed with familiar faces, including several Strictly alumni such as Dan Walker and Sara Davies. Yet Katya, who partnered Adam during the 2021 series, was nowhere to be seen. For viewers who vividly remember their intense on-screen chemistry, her absence didn’t go unnoticed.
Fuel was added to the speculation when Katya resurfaced on Instagram after deleting her social media accounts for a week. Rather than sharing wedding-related snaps, she posted a serene image of herself at home by a roaring fire, book in hand. “I’ve been off social media for a week,” she explained, calling the break a necessary step away from what she described as “toxic energy.”
Her reflective message struck a noticeably calm and introspective tone. “What a gift it is to be present in the real,” she wrote, encouraging followers to stop chasing noise and instead protect their peace. The timing, however, led many to wonder whether her digital detox coinciding with the wedding weekend was simply coincidence — or something more.
Katya’s history with Adam has long been a sensitive subject. During their Strictly run, a much-discussed “near kiss” moment drew headlines and reportedly caused discomfort for Adam’s then-partner, Eirianedd Munro, the mother of his son. At the time, sources claimed the moment left emotions strained behind the scenes, adding complexity to their professional partnership.
Adam and Holly’s wedding itself unfolded against the backdrop of a wider family rift. Reports suggest the swimmer made the difficult decision to uninvite most of his family, including his mother, from the ceremony. His sister Bethany was the only immediate family member present, serving as a bridesmaid, while his father was allegedly offered a late, limited invitation.
Despite the tension, Holly’s side of the family played a central role in the celebrations. She paid a touching tribute to her mother, Tana Ramsay, even wearing one of Tana’s original wedding dresses during the reception — a gesture that moved guests and symbolized continuity amid change.
Adam has since signaled a new chapter by changing his name on social media, a move widely interpreted as embracing his new family life. The decision echoed similar high-profile choices made by other celebrities who have publicly distanced themselves from relatives amid personal conflicts.
As for Katya, she has remained silent beyond her thoughtful social media post — offering no comment on the wedding or the speculation surrounding her absence. Whether she was deliberately excluded or simply chose a different path that weekend may never be confirmed. What is clear, however, is that she appears focused on peace, reflection, and moving forward — away from drama and firmly on her own terms.
Sometimes, the loudest stories are told not by what’s said — but by what’s quietly left unsaid.
