Rice's Partner Faces Online Abuse Amidst World Cup Run

Declan Rice's partner, Lauren Fryer, has endured relentless online abuse and body-shaming, prompting her to deactivate her social media accounts. Fryer and Rice, who have been a couple since their teenage school days, welcomed their first child, Jude, in August 2022. Despite the online harassment, Fryer has been seen supporting Rice at World Cup matches in North America, often with their young son.

Rice, the England midfield linchpin, is preparing for a crucial World Cup semi-final. He and Fryer attended Grey Court School together in south-west London and fell in love at age 17. Rice has previously spoken of his deep love for Fryer, calling her 'the love of my life'. Their relationship has largely stayed out of the spotlight, contrasting with some other high-profile sports couples.

Other public figures, including Dani Dyer and Liberty Poole, have spoken out against the abuse Fryer has faced, emphasizing her role as a good mother and defending her against unrealistic beauty standards amplified by social media. The distress caused by the harassment nearly led Fryer to miss the tournament, but her unwavering support for Rice and their family remains evident.