Elle King, the acclaimed singer-songwriter known for her hit "Ex's & Oh's" and her familial connection to Rob Schneider, has captivated audiences not only with her music but also with her candid glimpses into her personal life. While details surrounding a planned wedding to Andrew "Fergie" Ferguson garnered initial attention, King's journey encompasses resilience, self-discovery, and a fierce embrace of individuality.
The Unconventional Wedding That Wasn't
Originally slated to marry her fiancé Andrew "Fergie" Ferguson in New York, King took a detour from traditional nuptials. Instead of walking down the aisle, she found herself rocking out onstage with Eagles of Death Metal at the Paramount Theatre. This unexpected turn of events was documented in a post where she wrote, "Skipped out on my wedding."
Ferguson, who is Scottish, had a whirlwind romance with King after meeting her in the lobby of a hotel in London. Their connection was strong enough that he soon quit his job and moved to the United States to be with her.
Navigating Heartbreak and Finding Strength
Around the time of the skipped wedding, King shared a reflective post on Instagram. On March 28, she posted a selfie taken in the Hollywood Hills with the caption, "Gotta say…no matter how heartbreaking one day may be, it's hard to not smile in this California sunshine," as well as a photo of her with her girlfriends. "All my single ladies," she wrote.
A week prior to the planned wedding, King posted a video of herself snuggling her dog, revealing a vulnerable side. "Been a really rough and insane start to this year. But I haven't seen my sugar in a month," she wrote. "Lately I don't cry very much. I feel like it will just be an explosion if I did. But seeing my little baby girl again, and having her by my side, well I lost it."
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Embracing Self-Worth and Inner Strength
King's Instagram posts around this time offered glimpses into her emotional state and her commitment to self-worth. "Today someone tried to make me feel a certain way about myself," she continued. "But we have to remember, no one can make you feel anything unless you let them. Don't give people power over you. As a human, other people may try to be threatening in more ways than just verbal or physical acts. Always be strong. Always have dogs. Never forget your rights and your worth. If no one has told you today, I love you and I think you're beautiful and are worthy of love and kindness." This message resonated with many, highlighting the importance of inner strength and self-love in the face of adversity.
A New Chapter in Los Angeles
Amidst the personal challenges, King embarked on a new chapter by buying a house in Los Angeles. She shared her experience of moving in, reflecting on the process of rediscovering personal treasures. "All my s--t arrived in boxes while I slept." "If you look at moving boxes as a mountain, it can be overwhelming and terrifying," she said Friday. "But it's been a surprise each time. It's wonderful to rediscover all of your favorite things. I think our memories make up our souls. What we've done, who we've seen, what we've feared, who we've loved. Isn't that what makes us who we are? We can't control the world. All I can control is what I allow within my own world."
This move symbolized a fresh start and a commitment to personal growth. "I'm going to choose happiness and curiosity and try practicing more patience with this new chapter," she added. "It's scary. But I don't think I'd learn any lesson that didn't leave me shakin in my boots."
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