Blue singer Duncan James splits from boyfriend of six years – and flees to Spain with pals for break-up getaway

Published on August 24, 2025 at 09:44 AM
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BLUE singer Duncan James has split from his partner of six years Rodrigo Reis.

The couple, who started dating in 2019, quietly split a few weeks ago – with the pair since unfollowing each other on Instagram.

Two men embracing on a balcony.
Rodrigo Reis’s relationship with Duncan James is over
Duncan James of Blue and another man relaxing outdoors.
The couple were together for six years

A source said: “Duncan and Rodrigo have gone their separate ways after six years. 

“A break-up is never easy but Duncan has been throwing himself into the band and keeping his mind occupied with music.”

Duncan, who played at the Big Day Out festival in Ireland yesterday with BLUE, has spent the last week soaking up the sun in Spain with pals. 

He shared a montage of summer snaps this morning – hinting with fans about his break-up as he said it was a chapter of “growth”.

Duncan wrote: “Summer 2025 – a season of sea, sun, and soul-soothing magic.

“Grateful for family, friends, and adventures that filled my heart. From quiet healing to laughter under golden skies, and neon lights.

“This chapter was one of growth, love, magic and light.

“Here’s to carrying the glow into every season ahead.”

Meanwhile flight attendant Rodrigo has been recharging in Mauritius following the split. 

Duncan revealed in 2021 how he met Rodrigo while doing a gig in Belgium. 

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Speaking on ITV’s Loose Women, he said: “We met a couple of years ago in Belgium. 

“I was doing a gig with the boys and I met Rodrigo at the after-party.

“I saw him across the bar and […] he was very much my type. I was like: ‘He’s hot’.”

Hopefully Duncan is not feeling too Blue.

Blue performing at a concert.
The Blue singer is living it up in Spain with pals
Duncan James of Blue in a gym locker room.
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Duncan James and Rodrigo Reis at the Tulley's Shocktober Fest.
The pair pictured at the Tulley’s Shocktober Fest in happier times

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