Olly Murs shares struggle over twin brother feud admitting 'I was desperate' (2024)

Olly Murs attends HITS Radio Live Manchester at AO Arena (Image: Getty Images for Bauer)

Olly Murs has opened up about the intense loneliness he felt due to his estrangement from his twin brother Ben. The X Factor star, who hasn't seen his sibling since a heated argument in 2009, admitted that he missed his brother's wedding and best man duties to appear on the ITV competition show.

The Heart Skips A Beat singer confessed that he struggled with feelings of isolation for years, but found solace after meeting his now-wife and mother of his child, Amelia Tank.

Speaking to The Times, Olly said: "When you've been in the womb with someone, you struggle with loneliness. I had to deal with it when my twin and I went on our separate lives. I was desperate to be around people, could not sit in a room alone."

He further explained how Amelia helped him change his perspective, stating: "When I was single for three years, I had to learn to like my own company. That's when I met Amelia. I always thought that spark when you fall in love was a load of Disney rubbish.

"People would talk about that moment and you'd go, 'Really?' And when it does happen, it's not like it is in films, of course. When that person walks into your life and changes how you feel, you know.

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Olly Murs with wife Amelia Tank (Image: INSTAGRAM)

"She's gorgeous, the love of my life. We're a good team."

Olly, who was a coach on The Voice UK, has shared his philosophy on life, stating that the key to happiness is "following your dream" and finding a job you adore.

He mentioned his wife's satisfaction with her role at Lloyds Bank, saying she "loves it".

His journey since The X Factor has been fuelled by determination, a trait he attributes to his upbringing on a council estate.

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Olly Murs (right) with his twin brother Ben Murs (Image: Collect Unknown)

"My dad was a toolmaker, up every day at 4am, and watching both my parents work so hard, that lifestyle was instilled in me," Olly reflected.

The star also shared he is "good with money". However, Olly experienced a significant setback during his appearance on Deal Or No Deal in 2007, before he became a household name.

He had hoped to win £250,000 to secure his future, but ended up declining a £22,000 offer from the banker, only to walk away with a mere £10.

"I was devastated. Later I went on the show as a celebrity and won 50p. Between two shows half a million was up for grabs, and I won £10.50," he recounted.