"X Factor" host Olly Murs has reportedly split from girlfriend of three years, and is "numb" by the heartbreak.
Murs, who was dating property manager Francesca Thomas, 26. They have called time on their relationship following a holiday last week, according to The Sun newspaper, reports mirror.co.uk.
As per sources, Murs was struggling to juggle his long-term romance with his hectic work schedule.
"The split has just happened and it is very raw for Olly, he still feels numb. He always worried that his relationship would struggle because he'd always put his career first. Now, with 'X Factor' and his singing on the go, that's exactly what has happened," said a source.
The "Heart skips a beat" hitmaker is also said to be particularly upset because Francesca was "the first woman he planned a future with".
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