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27th November 2024
10:00am GMT
Dee Devlin has defended Conor McGregor after the MMA fighter lost a civil rape trial last week.
Last Friday, Nikita Hand won her civil trial against McGregor after she accused him of raping her in a Dublin hotel in 2018.
His partner Dee Devlin broke her silence for the first time since the result and defended her long-term partner.
She said people have no right to comment on their relationship and claimed she and McGregor worked through their issues already.
Alongside a photo of their family, she wrote: "My man and I have created a beautiful life together. I love him I trust him and I BELIEVE HIM!
"Our four beautiful children whose smiling faces and happy hearts are testimony to the man he is and who we are! No one is entitled to comment on our relationship- we trust one another and love one another."
She added: "Nothing or nobody will change that. Our family stands strong!"
Devlin also said: "My sons will be warned women like you exist in the world."
McGregor also spoke out following the ruling and said he will be appealing the verdict.
He wrote on X: "People want to hear from me, I needed time. I know I made mistakes.
"Six years ago, I should have never responded to her outreaches. I should have shut the party down. I should never have stepped out on the woman I love the most in the world. That's all on me.
"As much as I regret it, everything that happened that night was consensual, and all the witnesses present swore to that under oath. I have instructed my legal team to appeal the decision."
Nikita Hand won her civil assault claim against Conor McGregor after the DPP chose not to prosecute McGregor in a criminal trial.
Hundreds gathered to march in solidarity with Nikita Hand on Monday in Dublin city. Crowds chanted "Thank you, Nikita" as they marched from City Hall to the DPP.
She has been praised for her strength and for helping other victims feel less alone.
Speaking outside the courts on Friday evening, Hand said: “I hope my story is a reminder that no matter how afraid you might be, speak up, you have a voice and keep on fighting for justice."
"I want to show Freya, and every other girl and boy that you can stand up for yourself if something happens to you, no matter who the person is - and justice will be served."
For those who wish to share their stories but to remain anonymous, DRCC’s We-Consent campaign has created a survivor story-sharing platform, WeSpeak.ie, that allows people to share their stories safely and securely, in their own time.
The 24-hour National Helpline 1800 778888 provides free, confidential, and non-judgmental support after sexual violence at any time.
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