Former Page 3 model Katie Price has publicly expressed significant regret over her decision to share intimate details of her 2002 relationship with pop star Gareth Gates in a tell-all interview. The admission is a central theme in her new Sky documentary series, 'Katie Price: Nothing to Hide', which began airing on Sunday, 8 July 2026, offering a retrospective on her extensive career and personal life.
Price, now 48, reflected on the infamous tabloid scandal that unfolded when Gates, then 17 and fresh from his 'Pop Idol' success, was linked to the 23-year-old glamour model. At the time, Price was pregnant with her first child and widely known by her alter-ego 'Jordan'. She disclosed in the documentary that her motivation for giving the interview was 'revenge' after Gates reportedly denied their romance, leaving her feeling 'hurt' and 'in the lurch'.
The bombshell interview, which included revelations that Price was Gates's first sexual partner, positioned her as the 'villain' in the media narrative, while Gates maintained a 'squeaky clean' image. Price now states that going into such detail is a moment she wishes she could retract. She lamented, "If I could turn back time, I wish I’d never taken his virginity, for his sake. I wish he’d saved it for someone he loved and could have a relationship with."
The documentary also features Gareth Gates, who, over two decades later, recounts feeling 'betrayed' and 'shocked' by the story's publication. He detailed the profound personal impact, particularly the difficulty of having denied the relationship to those closest to him. In a notable moment from the series, Gates learns that Price was not responsible for initially tipping off paparazzi about their romance – a long-held suspicion that, upon its debunking, brought visible relief to the singer.
This candid reflection from Price offers a rare glimpse into the personal cost of public life and the lasting impact of media scrutiny, particularly for figures who have spent decades under the spotlight. The series aims to provide a comprehensive look at her journey, from her emergence as 'Jordan' in the 1990s through numerous controversies and personal challenges.