Ellie Goulding, the 39-year-old pop sensation, has parted ways with her management company as she prepares for a musical return and the birth of her first child with boyfriend Beau Minniear.
Management Shift and Upcoming Album
The award-winning artist is developing her sixth studio album, drawing inspiration from her brief marriage to art dealer Caspar Jopling, 34, father to their four-year-old son, Arthur. Her previous release, Higher Than Heaven, came out in 2023.
Ellie joined TaP Management in 2018, aligning with stars like Dua Lipa and Lana Del Rey. Sources indicate she left the firm late last year to prioritize family, with her second child expected soon. As a key figure in UK music, she continues to produce chart-topping hits.
Officials close to the matter emphasize that Ellie merits treatment as a global superstar, focusing on her unique voice and proven success.
Insights into the ‘Divorce Album’
Ellie described the project in a recent interview, noting, “It had always been the goal to start this album. I didn’t know it was going to be a divorce album, but that’s the way it started heading.”
She wed Caspar, grandson of former Conservative MP Michael Jopling, at York Minster in 2019, believing the union would last a lifetime. Reflecting on it, she stated, “When I married my ex-husband, I thought it was for life. That will never go away.”
The album includes tracks that honor her past respectfully, alongside more immediate, emotional responses. Ellie shared that her marriage’s end influenced her creative process even before recording began. On the day she met producer Jack, she confided, “Jack, I should be candid with you. Today, my husband and I decided we’re going to separate.”
Despite the personal themes, Caspar supports the work. Ellie mentioned, “My label, my friends—everyone’s behind it. And even my ex-husband loves the songs… well, he hasn’t heard all the songs.”
Personal Life Updates
Ellie announced her pregnancy on the red carpet at the Fashion Awards in early December, appearing heavily expectant. Her romance with Beau became public in September 2025. The couple vacationed in Italy, where Beau posted an intimate photo of Ellie in a hotel bed. He also features in provocative scenes from her recent music video, Destiny.
Caspar Jopling’s New Romance
Meanwhile, Caspar has sparked rumors with director Olivia Wilde. At the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, Wilde shared Instagram photos of an embrace with a mystery man, later identified as Caspar. With eyes closed and a serene smile, she leaned into him, his face cropped from the image.
Speculation grew after their October stroll in London. Wilde captioned her post, “I Want Your Sex & The Invite Park City 4vrrrr,” referencing her erotic comedy thriller I Want Your Sex, which premiered on January 23. This follows her split from Harry Styles over three years ago.
