Influencer Ellidy Pullin recently shared a seemingly pointed message on social media while celebrating her engagement on a lavish yacht trip in Europe. The post came shortly after the father of her late partner, Alex ‘Chumpy’ Pullin, publicly expressed his desire for her to change her last name upon marrying her new fiancé, Brock Wadsworth.

Engagement and European Getaway

Ellidy Pullin, 33, announced her engagement to Gold Coast builder Brock Wadsworth last Wednesday. This celebration follows a whirlwind romance that became public less than a year ago. The couple’s engagement news coincided with Ellidy embarking on a luxurious European holiday with friends.

A reel shared by Ellidy on Instagram showcased moments from her trip. The collection of images featured Ellidy and Brock embracing on a yacht, accompanied by her four-year-old daughter, Minnie Alex Pullin. The caption accompanying the reel read: ‘Minding my own bloody business and being stoked on life with my people, everyone should try it.’ This statement has been interpreted by some as a subtle response to the recent public comments made by Chris Pullin, the father of her late partner.

The European excursion included close friends such as Chloe Fisher and her husband, music producer FISHER, DJ Richy Penny and his wife Jaynee, and Ellie Malouf, CEO of superyacht charter brokerage Ahoy Club. The group appeared to be enjoying the Mediterranean Sea.

The Name Dispute with Chris Pullin

The public commentary from Chris Pullin stems from Ellidy’s continued use of the surname ‘Pullin’. Ellidy gained widespread attention following the tragic death of her partner, Olympic snowboarder Alex ‘Chumpy’ Pullin, in a spearfishing accident in 2020 at the age of 32. After his death, Ellidy posthumously harvested his sperm and subsequently became pregnant with their child, Minnie.

Despite never having been married to Alex Pullin, Ellidy changed her surname from Vlug to Pullin via deed poll. This decision has become a point of contention for Chris Pullin.

In a recent interview, Chris Pullin stated his strong disapproval of Ellidy retaining his family’s last name. He expressed his wish for her to adopt her fiancé’s surname, Wadsworth, upon her upcoming marriage. ‘She is a Pullin, but she’s not. They weren’t married. I hate it, but what do I do? All I can say is, “What would Chumpy think about that?”‘ Chris Pullin reportedly said.

He further elaborated on the family’s feelings, noting, ‘It annoys me because it’s out of our control. The Pullin family is very much still in existence. There are about 30 of us.’ Chris Pullin also indicated that Ellidy has limited contact with his side of the family, stating, ‘She has no relationship with any of us other than my daughter [Chumpy’s sister].’

Estrangement and Past Support

The relationship between Ellidy and Chris Pullin, along with his late wife Sally, appears to have fractured significantly in the years since the birth of Minnie. Initially, Ellidy seemed to have the full support of Chris and Sally Pullin. However, Chris has claimed that Ellidy has ‘blocked’ his family on social media and did not reach out to him directly following the death of his wife, Sally, from central nervous system lymphoma in April 2025. Ellidy did, however, post a public tribute to Sally Pullin weeks after her passing, a gesture that reportedly remains a sensitive issue for Chris, who stated he did not receive private condolences.

Ellidy’s New Relationship and Feelings

Ellidy Pullin first introduced Brock Wadsworth to her audience on her podcast, ‘Darling, Shine!’, in November. She described her new relationship with a longtime friend, acknowledging initial concerns about public perception. Ellidy shared feelings of joy and happiness, admitting to a sense of guilt given her past with Alex Pullin.

‘I’m just so happy right now, and I’m really enjoying the feelings and the emotions and falling in love with Brock and having this new love,’ she conveyed on her podcast. ‘I feel guilty saying that because, obviously, there were so many times where I just thought it would just be Chump and I forever.’

She continued, reflecting on her present happiness: ‘It would have been, but he passed away… I’m young, I’m never going to be alone forever. I didn’t make a rash decision. I sat on this for pretty much a whole year, and I’m really stoked with where I am with him right now. It’s f**king epic.’

Background on Alex ‘Chumpy’ Pullin

Alex ‘Chumpy’ Pullin was a celebrated Australian snowboarder, known for his achievements in the sport. His life was tragically cut short at the age of 32 in July 2020. He was found unresponsive on the ocean floor at Palm Beach on the Gold Coast after suffering a shallow-water blackout during a spearfishing excursion. His death sent shockwaves through the sporting community and deeply affected his partner, Ellidy.

Conclusion

As Ellidy Pullin navigates her engagement and celebrates new beginnings with Brock Wadsworth, the public statements from Chris Pullin highlight the complex emotional landscape surrounding family names and legacies. Ellidy’s recent social media post, shared from her European yacht holiday, appears to address the ongoing tension, emphasizing her focus on her current happiness and personal life.