Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice has been in a relationship with his girlfriend, Lauren Fryer, for over a decade, and the couple shares a son together. While Rice has often praised Fryer for her unwavering support, she has faced a difficult time as millions have shamed her for her appearance.
Lauren Fryer's Struggle with Online Trolling
A few months ago, Dani Dyer, the girlfriend of West Ham striker Jarrod Bowen, opened up about how Fryer was deeply affected by the cruel comments about her weight. Dyer stated, "It was so hard for her, the trolling, as she doesn't put herself out there…" She added, "I think it's harder when you are not in [the celebrity world] and you are being personally attacked. I found that hard. She is a really good mum, who keeps to herself. No one deserves to be criticised like that."
Dyer continued, "It was so cruel. We didn't speak about it a lot. What we did talk about is how she is so nice and so great and looks absolutely gorgeous. Plus, she's Dec's childhood sweetheart and you can see how much he adores her."
Over the past few years, both Rice and Fryer have faced relentless trolling from fans regarding their relationship. In February 2026, during the North London Derby, where Arsenal defeated Tottenham Hotspur, a Tottenham fan was seen holding up a picture of Fryer on his phone in an attempt to shame Rice. Although Rice did not react immediately, he later told Bukayo Saka on the pitch, "When I went to take a corner, they were showing it, so obviously I was angry."
Rice's Defense and Fryer's Privacy
Rice has consistently stood up for Fryer and defended her in public, but the couple continues to face shame over their relationship. Amid the ongoing trolling, Fryer has deleted pictures from her social media accounts and has chosen to maintain a private life.
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