SHE spent years of her life being the dutiful wife, closely following husband Wayne Rooney’s career while hers took a back seat.
But now is – and it’s all about getting revenge on anyone who ever doubted her.
The I, is said to be keen to shut down speculation once and for all that she is only with footy star Wayne for his money – and thinks making her own cash is the perfect way to do that.
An insider told us: “This is just the start for Coleen and she can be very determined when she wants to be.
“She’s sick of hearing that she would be nothing without Wayne or she only stays for the money – she’s now a multimillionaire in her own right and she’s not stopping there.
“She’s the reason they got this big Disney deal and I’m A Celeb .”;
They added: “She turned down a lot when the boys were little and now her career is as important as Wayne’s. It’s the ultimate revenge on her doubters.”;
The Sun has contacted representatives for Coleen for comment.
The Sun told last week how Coleen’s earnings have now eclipsed those of the ex-England footballer after business ventures made a £1.3million profit.
Figures for her firm, CWR 2021, indicate the income from her endorsements and media career in a year.
Earlier this year, Coleen agreed to a reported which will see her and Wayne appear in a documentary with their four sons – Kai, 15, Klay, 11, Kit, 8, and Cass, 6.
Things are really looking up for the couple as to be a regular.
He is also signed up as a panellist for the channel’s coverage from the US, and .
A source added: “With Coleen’s amazing Disney contract, and Wayne’s new BBC deal, they will officially become one of the country’s most influential media power couples. It’s a very exciting time.”;
