Sports presenter Laura Woods shares emotional story of miscarriage and finding strength with fiancé
TV presenter Laura Woods has spoken publicly about the pain of suffering a miscarriage, revealing the “very awful times” she and fiancé Adam Collard endured in the aftermath.
The 38-year-old broadcaster shared her heartbreak on Instagram, posting a clip of Collard’s appearance on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, where the former Love Island star broke down while recalling the couple’s loss.
In the emotional footage, Collard, 29, wept as he reflected on the miscarriage, which occurred just before his participation in the Channel 4 reality show. The raw moment captured a side of the reality TV personality rarely seen by audiences.
Alongside the video, Woods paid tribute to her partner, describing him as her “big, beautiful man.” She wrote:
“We really had some very awful times last year, but this big, beautiful man has got me through every one of them… And I’ve been so very proud watching him on this.”
The couple’s relationship began in October 2023, quickly blossoming into an engagement by September 2024. In January this year, they welcomed their first child together, a son named Leo. Woods revealed that their baby boy has been a source of comfort and hope after the grief of their earlier loss.
Reflecting on her journey, Woods shared another poignant post with her followers:
“Sometimes I look at Leo and I think of the baby we’ll never meet, while also knowing we wouldn’t have Leo without it happening. It’s a very confusing feeling.”
Her candid words resonated with many, opening up a conversation about miscarriage — a subject often shrouded in silence. For Woods, who is known for her upbeat on-screen presence covering sports, this glimpse into her private life marked a strikingly vulnerable moment.
Collard, who gained fame as a controversial contestant on Love Island, showed a more reflective side on Celebrity SAS. Known for his hard-edged persona, his tears during the programme highlighted the emotional scars left by the miscarriage. The gruelling reality show, designed to push celebrities to their physical and psychological limits, offered him an unexpected outlet for grief.
Woods acknowledged the challenges they faced as a couple in 2024, describing the period as one of the most difficult of her life. Yet, she credited Collard’s resilience and their shared bond for helping her navigate the storm.
The pair’s decision to speak openly about their experience has been widely praised. Miscarriage affects around one in four pregnancies, yet many women and couples often feel isolated in their grief. By sharing their story, Woods and Collard have brought visibility to a deeply painful subject.
Their posts also revealed the complex emotions that accompany such a loss — grief for the baby they never met, but gratitude for the child they now hold. Woods’ words about Leo reflected this bittersweet reality, showing how joy and sorrow can coexist.
Fans responded to her Instagram posts with messages of support, praising her courage in speaking openly about such personal pain. Many described her words as “brave” and “healing,” with some sharing their own stories of loss in solidarity.
For Woods, the past year has been marked by profound challenges and new beginnings. While the miscarriage left emotional scars, the birth of Leo has given her and Collard a new chapter filled with love and hope. Their candid revelations show that even in the spotlight, grief is real — but so is resilience.
As Woods continues to juggle her television career with motherhood, her honesty about the most painful chapter of her life has struck a chord, reminding audiences that behind the glamour of celebrity lies the same fragility, loss and strength that define us all