The burgeoning romance between darts prodigy Luke Littler and Eloise Milburn, a 21-year-old, has sparked both admiration and criticism, with trolls subjecting Eloise to online abuse. Luke, the 16-year-old rising star in the darts world, and Eloise revealed their relationship of six weeks, prompting a backlash regarding their age difference.
The two initially connected through a game of FIFA on Xbox, and Eloise has been a visible supporter of Luke as he prepares for the World Darts Championship finals at London's Alexandra Palace.
However, the negativity surrounding their relationship led Eloise's mother, Amanda Milburn, to address the criticisms. Amanda vehemently defended her daughter against accusations of being a "money grabber" and disputed remarks about the five-year age gap. She refuted claims that Eloise is only with Luke for his newfound fame and potential earnings.
Amanda expressed her frustration with the hurtful comments circulating online, emphasizing that Eloise is in the relationship because she genuinely likes Luke, not for any perceived financial or fame-related motives. She described the accusations as a "total pack of disgusting lies."
While acknowledging that they haven't met Luke in person, Amanda and her husband Phil have spoken to him over the phone. Despite the online turbulence, Amanda hinted at the positive trajectory of the relationship, suggesting that marriage might be on the horizon.
In the face of adversity, Amanda Milburn stands firm in supporting her daughter's relationship, urging people to allow the young couple the space to build their connection without judgment from online detractors.
