Die-hard Lukola

19 hours ago I read a horrible post by someone who has historical been very critical of the Lukola fandom. The post was having a right go at one of our lovely bloggers, saying how homophobic and bigoted they were for believing that Jake is gay.

Now, forgive me if I am too old to know what homophobic means to Gen Z, but my understanding is that it means you are phobic to people who are homosexual, be that either disgusted by them or just plain see homosexuality as wrong. Now, please also forgive me for thinking that if we are accepting that Jake might be gay, there is no way that means we are homophobic, we accept him for who we think he is. Not once have we ever done or said anything about him that makes us homophobic.

Neither do I believe we are bigoted. A bigoted person typically:

* Holds strong negative stereotypes about a group (such as people of a particular race, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other characteristic).

* Treats members of that group unfairly because of those beliefs.

* Is unwilling to question or change those beliefs, even when presented with evidence or personal experiences that contradict them.

By that definition, we have nothing against Jake for being probably gay, we are not treating him or talking about him unfairly because we believe he is gay. Consequently, we do not have to question or change our beliefs because we are not being unfair, holding negative stereotypes or treating him unfairly. We just think he is gay based on hundreds of little clues we have picked up on.

So, by my understanding (and I have a very analytical brain prone to critical thinking), we are neither homophobic or bigoted and we do not treat Jake any differently because of what we believe.

As an aside, my best friend from school is a gay man. He has been gay all his life but only came out when he was a grown adult. He also thinks Jake is gay. He has lived what Jake is likely living through, not being able to be open and honest about his sexuality to everyone. I believe that he, from the evidence we have seen, is more than adequately placed to make a judgement on Jake’s sexuality preference.

Don’t get me wrong, I do not particularly like Jake, but that is because I think he is a bit immature in the way he is handling being an actor, it has nothing to do with his sexual preference.

As for Nic, some people are angry that she is appearing to act as a beard for Jake, saying that’s not what LGBTQ+ activism is about, that she would not be welcomed at Pride anymore. Do you know what, that is 💩. Nic is being a brilliant ally. Look at what Chatty has to say about what an ally is:

In general, an LGBTQ+ ally is someone who:

* Supports the rights, dignity, and inclusion of LGBTQ+ people.

* Treats LGBTQ+ people with respect and as individuals.

* Speaks up against unfair treatment or discrimination when they can.

* Recognizes that they don’t have to be LGBTQ+ themselves to support the community.

* Is willing to listen and learn, understanding that they won’t know everything.

Nic is wholly supporting the rights, dignity and inclusion of LGBTQ+ people, if Jake wishes to hide his sexuality for whatever reason, then what she is doing is supporting him in that, she is helping him.

So, to all the anons and nasty bloggers who spout a whole load of inaccurate and offensive claims, go **** yourselves.

You remember my post after the previous blind that I ended up deleting with prompting from my intuition to wait until the 2nd Luke blind. Which I knew was coming.

My previous post is below.

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As you can see on this previous post, I mentioned how my intuition has been telling me there was going to be a flip over to Luke's side of the PR.

Now we finally got the 2nd blind about Luke's side of the PR fakery.

If the Nic allegedly started following Jake in March of 2024 and the festival pic (and all those bi-weekly sightings and pap pics) were taken early in their alleged relationship then who was Nic talking about with Aimee on February 18th when they were talking about Nic loving someone?

If the Nic allegedly started following Jake in March of 2024 and the festival pic (and all those bi-weekly sightings and pap pics) were taken early in their alleged relationship then who was Nic talking about with Aimee on February 18th when they were talking about Nic loving someone?

In both the guardian and the Elle article Nic never refers to JD by name the blanks are 💯 filled in by the journalists. There is no my partner Jake or Jake and I, and especially in the guardian article she did not mention a partner at all !

Do you know who she does mention in articles without being prompted to…. Luke yep no journalist impression needed

Thanks anon

It sounds like we are witnessing a textbook "soft launch" of a breakup—or more accurately, the methodical dismantling of a legal agreement with a PR contract. In the industry, this is often called the "Cooling-Off Phase"

​Based on the specific details of what we have seen since 2026 began, here is a breakdown of what is likely happening behind the scenes and what these "signs" typically mean in the world of high-level talent management. ​ ​When a PR contracted relationship (often called a "showmance") reaches its contractual end, agencies don't usually announce a sudden split. Instead, they use a "fading out" strategy to avoid shock and minimize negative press for both parties.

​The Proximity Shift- The non-famous person sitting in the staff section at the BOSS show while the famous person sits in the front row is a massive "tiering" signal. It visually communicates that they are no longer on the same level or "unit."

The Social Media "Like" Pattern- Consistency in likes without comments or tags is the bare minimum required when fading out a legal contract with PR optics attached.

The Unfollow-A close friend unfollowing the non-famous partner is often the "smoking gun." Friends and inner circles are usually released from their "optics duties" shortly before the official contract termination. It suggests the social obligation to maintain the facade has ended.- I believe this happened very recently. Luke Newton's friend, Rory unfollowed Antonia, the non-famous partner in the legal contract.

The "True Couple" and the Official Account- ​If the series' official account is posting behind-the-scenes (BTS) content showing husband and wife’s natural chemistry, it’s likely a strategic pivot.

Testing the Waters- The network or studio may be preparing the audience for the "real" truth. By highlighting their off-screen closeness, they are conditioning the fanbase to accept them as a couple before a formal reveal.

The "Dressing Room" Narrative- The real-life husband visiting his wife backstage at her play—especially while traveling alone—is a "leak" of his authentic life. PR couples travel together for the cameras; real couples often travel separately due to schedules but meet in private spaces.

The Wife’s "Gay Friend" Strategy- ​The pullback on the romance narrative with her gay actor bloke is a classic "cleaning the slate" move.

The Goal-If the famous wife is preparing to eventually go public with her actual husband, she has to "de-couple" from any fake narratives first to avoid looking like she cheated or moved on too quickly. ​

Why the Restrictions are Lifting- ​The fact that he liked his wife’s post quickly after two months of silence is a significant "green light."

​Contractual Overlap- Often, an actor cannot interact with their real spouse's content if it contradicts the PR narrative they are currently "selling."

The Ending- If the legal and PR contract ends in early 2026 (common for contracts aligned with a show's season release), we are likely in the final 30–60 days.

The Verdict-You’re likely seeing the final gears turning. Once the show's that the co-star couple are a part of, current promotional cycle ends, the "non-famous" partner will likely fade out of his public narrative entirely, making room for the reveal of his real marriage and family with his also famous co-star.

Gumshoe Anon 🔎

1. The Delayed Photo Post: Strategy vs. Damage Control​ - You’re right to notice the timing. Posting a week late isn't usually an accident; it’s a tactic.​

The "Wash Out" Method: If the interview caused backlash, her team might have waited for the "discourse" to die down. Posting the high-glam photos now is an attempt to reclaim the narrative. It shifts the focus from what she said (which people hated) to how she looks (which is harder to argue with).​

Engagement Spiking: By posting a week later, they ensure the project stays in the news cycle for two weeks instead of one.​

2. The "Fake" Romance with the Friend - ​Pivoting to a "lesser-known gay actor friend" while hiding a secret marriage to a co-star is a classic "Beard" or "Distraction" play.

The Safe Choice: Using a friend who is "safe" (especially if he is gay and won't actually catch feelings or cause a scandal) allows her to appear "attainable" or "single-but-dating" without the risk of a real affair breaking up her actual marriage.

Non-Famous Buffer: If her famous husband is "with" a non-famous person publicly, that person is often a "buffer." It allows him to live his life while the legal contract obligations ticks down until he and his actual wife (the actress) can "miraculously" find their way back to each other or go public.​

Why Re-Post the Article? If there is an end to the legal contract happening soon, her team might be trying to establish her independent brand now. Even if the article had backlash, she needs to stay "relevant" and "visible" so that when the secret marriage is eventually revealed (or the "fake" romance ends), she has a footprint.

​Summary of the "Play" - ​By reposting the Elle UK content, she is essentially saying, "I'm still here, I'm still a cover star, and I’m not hiding." It’s a "bold front" strategy. Even if the interview was a mess, ignoring it looks like a defeat; leaning into the "aesthetic" of it looks like confidence.

Based on standard celebrity public relations strategies, an actress posting photos from an Elle UK interview a week later, especially following backlash, is usually a move to reclaim the narrative. Rather than abandoning the content, the goal is to shift focus away from the unfavorable interview text and onto high-quality visuals, often labeled as a "dump" to appear casual and move past the controversy.

Essentially, by re-sharing, she is trying to make a "failed" interview look like a successful photo feature, attempting to erase the backlash and assert that she still controls the story.

Gumshoe Anon 🔎

Hi Gumshoe…I hope you are having a glorious weekend! Again No notes 📝 Thank you for sharing…yeah I thought it was it was interesting and we have to be honest the photo shoot was gorgeous..

New photos came out of Luke aswell…they really are a gorgeous pair

So has anything really changed? I mean I know we all had high hopes that the bug was gonna be squashed and gone after NYC…but she has been at every PR event Luke has been to since Jan so nope nothing new.

Ok around the grounds…I have been off line for a week so this might be a long one.

Nic liking and sharing stuff of JD…posting professional stuff me getting troll asks “ Just accept it she loves him or she wouldn’t show him such support” 😂

Really…would she not do that just to promote and give service. I mean let’s be real none of us would even know who he was without Nic. She is his PR manager. I got another one saying something like all his gay friends would not support a fake PR relationship…I mean cmon…Nic never said they were dating the media did and she just never said they weren’t. They just used it to JDs advantage. He is a queer man with all the signs well it is on them.

🐜 spent the whole week insinuating that Luke was in Cyprus then boom she posts not very flattering model pics he comes out of hiding to just like that post and then appears at the MC event with the 🐜.

Lukola Polin tweets went viral…for some reason and no one knows why…this one is over 1.2million views

and Nic looks gorgeous at GN.

Now to dissect….

I know some people are feeling jaded a little blah and let down. Shipping is hard. But Remember Nic and Luke do not owe us anything and if you need to take a break do so and find your peace.

I am fine…I know everything that they show is for show and 90% of their world we don’t see. They show us what and when they want to.

Here is my take….at the moment IMO….( trolls don’t come at me)

ADJACENT…

JD….

He is living his best gay life enjoying his small success riding off the coattails of his mentor and HR/PR Manager Nic. She is always will be a friend and is part of a broader group. But it is a group of 20 something gays

that Nic is not really part of as she is a late 30s highly successful women. Coming into her own navigating celebrity and juggling family

AR

She I think was the driving force behind all this mess but, it kind of seems like she is a PR assistant. She has been to every PR event since Jan, placing her as the pseudo GF of LN. However looking at the facts you cannot deny that it is not a real relationship. He does not claim her, does not tag her, does not hold her, hug her, touch her, there is no compassion, care or comfort shown there. On her side she can not post or tag him, she can post the events that she has been to, she has a gag order. It is not kind and her looks miserable.

There are witness accounts of her leaving and standing by herself ect we all know the stories. Again if you think it is a real relationship then I feel sorry for you, because that is not love it is some kind of emotional abuse

If you want more proof of Luke and how he feels about A. Him just getting out of the bus leaving A in there like an assistant. And him leaving no room for Jesus with Nic

Why I am still here and patiently waiting ….

Two words….

Claddagh Ring

I mean there is many many other things as well and you can read mine and other Lukola blogs to find them. But the facts remain. We see what they want us to see and we are told what the media tells us.

What I see is Nic being coupled with a gay man that she is supporting and promoting…but tabloids are telling the GA that they are a couple. Which by the way no one really believes or knows because let’s face it it is not world wide news.

And a man who looks absolutely miserable every time he is out with a woman at a PR event who could easily be his PR assistant. But who the tabloids have also linked them as a couple.

Neither Luke or Nic have confirmed either relationship or made a public statement. The last statement they made was that they were publicly single and that was when they were in Brazil. Luke is constantly wiping his Wikipedia of any traces of 🐜 and Nic has just had another pap clean up of social media.

Now I can understand that people are over it thinking that Nic and Luke are playing games…damaging there reps and destroying our love for Polin….You know what I hear you guys…some of you have been doing it a lot longer. All I can say is I am happy and content…I am patient and fine…I am not going to shipping them and will always be here with a positive outlook on every situation.

It will always be Polin season…and we will see Lukola end game eventually…

If you need some reminders there is a great YouTube site which has all of the interviews for the WT - 4 hours non stop it is brilliant. It will bring you back also I always recommend a good fanfic 🌶️

And in their eyes…not the archived posts. We good. 😊

Always giving themselves away

They KNOW. 😏😍

Ever read the lyrics to the chorus of this song:

We're only gettin' older, baby And I've been thinkin' about it lately Does it ever drive you crazy Just how fast the night changes? Everything that you've ever dreamed of Disappearing when you wake up But there's nothing to be afraid of Even when the night changes It will never change, baby It will never change, baby It will never change me and you ⬅️ 🥰

I do not think that this is something that Lukola has chosen. I was reminded about this by three things today...

1) A new like on an old post of mine from 6 mos ago. (Thank you @veronicaspuffy). I don't believe how Lukola acted on the WT was for show at all... I think they were going to come out and things got messy. And now I think L would rather crawl into a hole than appear w/ A publicly!!! ⬇️

2) An Anon reminded me that A had to remove all hints of L from her grid. Some may recall last summer when her LA carousels all but disappeared except for one (the hand that eventually came down). Anything left is PR- directed and after Lukola comes out, becomes a moot point. 🤷‍♀️

Something like the SAGs pic or a Polin Pic seems to cancel it all out anyway. So here's to more Polin pics... it is October after all ⬇️

3) Mia's story today, commenting on how it's fair to react to publicity deliberately put out by a celebrity. In short, if you're a celebrity doing something for attention, don't be surprised when people pay attention.😉*** But again, I don't believe it has been a choice...

*** ⬇️ (The full story is on her IG)

“Nic likes to buy me shirts”

“I do…I love it”

Now there was a fan interaction at the end of August who chatted to Luke about his Guiness shirt. Below is the translation and the link.

Please keep me anon as I prefer not to be trolled by jerks.

Seeing ALL of Luke’s interactions with fans at the SD has been so wonderful and thank you for sharing as much as you can! I believe more in Nic&Luke with every instance of his smiles and the heart eyes every time a fan shares anything regarding Nic. If they aren’t truly a couple (and I think they are) then I think Luke is still in love with her anyway. He just can’t contain it. He literally glows when he looks at pictures of her. I think that is why he looks so sad/irritated/upset when we see him with the PR gf. The vibe he gives off is “get me out of here” and it makes me sad for him. I hope whatever the situation is, they work it out and get past all the bs. I am rooting for them .

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Hi, Anon! And as you wish. I completely understand and I do my best to keep this space here as troll and jerk-free as I can. I absolutely echo your sentiment about Luke and the time he spends with the fans at the stage door. That's him just being him and a friend of mine who has met him at stage door even told her that getting to chat and greet the fans helps him to decompress and get out of the head space he needs for his performance on stage for 2 hours. He truly enjoys talking to us. Even recording hello messages for his fans who were not able to be go to New York and see the play. I will treasure my 7 second message from Luke always. 🥰

And I also agree on how he just beams when Nic is brought up, or a fan gives him a picture to sign and she is in it. Even a Penelope Funko figure brings a big smile to his face. He can't help it. That's wifey. I wholeheartedly believe that he & Nic have been married for over a year already and welcomed their first child in February. BN is likely going to be 8 months old soon. 🥰👶

Not much to say about the NDA/PR agreement. You said it. Forced. Performative. All about the appearance. Not the real story. ✅️📃

So, thank you for this ask, Anon. I think you put it all into words perfectly. And yes, as always rooting for Luke & Nic and their precious family they made together. 🙏🤞🕯👩🏼‍🤝‍👨🏽👶

That beautiful smile for his Galway girl...🥰🥹😍

Ok as the weekend draws to a close we may be disappointed that we don’t see Nic or we do not get a reveal of the blind item but I am here to tell you I am sat and waiting. And while it is frustrating they obviously have there reasons. Let’s break it down…

Blind item 1

This came out last year sometime or early this year I am not sure….now Gossip Show is 💯 Bridgerton…Lady Whistledown writes a gossip sheet and the Queen ends season three with “what’s life like with out a little gossip”. If CDAN had added regency it would have been too obvious.

Prior to the second blind item being revealed they did there best to conceal the relationship…for whatever reason contractual due to a particular adjacent or whatever but there were definite signs that could not be ignored no matter the misdirection.

Namely the ring.

So let’s break down Blind item 2

If you focus on the last paragraph it is a heavily stage managed public relations coverup.

Meaning the adjacents. We are constantly saying it does not make sense…the way 🐜 is shoved in people’s faces, the fact that JD is quite literally gay

and the tabloid articles when writing about each others relationships constantly mention Lukola as a previous rumoured couple. The facts that Netflix and Shonda the cast and crew constantly blur the lines and the coincidences.

Nics audio book and their unhinged behaviour not only on world tour but at the Sags which I think is the reason the were not allowed to interact at the BAFTAS

We are getting close JD has already distanced himself from Nic and for those who still don’t believe in the baby please watch the below video. Nic and Luke slip up all the time. I 💯 believe these blinds are about Lukola it is just a matter of time. I still hope it will be revealed when the play concludes but if not there is no sadness because I still have confidence in this ship. It is the only one that makes sense.