In a public display of remorse, Manchester City and England defender Kyle Walker has issued a heartfelt apology to his wife, Annie Kilner, after admitting to fathering two children with another woman, Lauryn Goodman. The 33-year-old footballer, who has been married to Kilner since 2022, acknowledged his wrongdoing and expressed regret over the pain he has caused to his family.
Walker and Kilner’s relationship dates back 12 years, having met when Walker was just 17 years old. Together, they have three children, with a fourth on the way. However, Walker’s infidelity with model and influencer Lauryn Goodman led to the birth of two additional children outside of his marriage.
Despite Kilner initially forgiving Walker after learning of his affair with Goodman, she ultimately decided to leave him upon discovering that the relationship had persisted, resulting in the birth of another child. Currently, Kilner resides with their three children while Walker resides elsewhere, not with Goodman.
In an interview with The Sun newspaper, Walker took full responsibility for his actions, admitting to making “idiot choices” and causing pain to those he loves. He expressed deep remorse for the hurt he has inflicted on his wife and family, acknowledging that he alone is to blame for the situation.
Walker’s decision to speak publicly about his indiscretions reflects his desire to address the situation and provide his family with the privacy they need and deserve. Despite his status as a public figure, Walker emphasized his commitment to taking responsibility for his actions and expressed hope for reconciliation with his family.
Manchester City, Walker’s club, has refrained from commenting on the situation, allowing Walker to address the issue on a personal level. Despite the turmoil in his personal life, Walker has continued to excel on the football field, serving as City’s captain and playing a key role in their recent successes.
Reflecting on his achievements in football, Walker expressed regret over hurting his “best friend,” Kilner, and vowed to seek redemption within himself. This public apology marks a significant moment of accountability for Walker, who previously made headlines for breaching COVID-19 lockdown rules in 2020.