Phoebe Burgess changing Instagram name to distance herself from Sam

Phoebe Burgess changing Instagram name to distance herself from Sam
Phoebe Burgess changing Instagram name to distance herself from Sam

Phoebe Burgess is making a significant change to her Instagram username.

This week, the former WAG told a fan that she's in the process of removing the 'Mrs' from her Instagram handle, which is currently 'mrsphoebeburgess'.

'I'd love if she dropped the Mrs from her Insta handle,' the fan commented. 

Changes: Former WAG Phoebe Burgess has revealed that she's in the process of removing the 'Mrs' from her Instagram handle, which is currently 'mrsphoebeburgess'

Changes: Former WAG Phoebe Burgess has revealed that she's in the process of removing the 'Mrs' from her Instagram handle, which is currently 'mrsphoebeburgess'

'It's only a technical issue. I am onto it though,' she responded.

Phoebe is free to change her username whenever she likes, but since she has a verified account, she will lose her coveted blue tick if she does.

The 32-year-old is most likely trying to change her username directly through Instagram's support team, which may allow her to keep her verified status on the social media platform.

There are many different benefits that come from being verified on Instagram, such as getting access to special features and being perceived as more trustworthy by brands and consumers. 

Comments: 'I'd love if she dropped the Mrs from her Insta handle,' the fan commented. 'It's only a technical issue. I am onto it though,' Phoebe responded

Comments: 'I'd love if she dropped the Mrs from her Insta handle,' the fan commented. 'It's only a technical issue. I am onto it though,' Phoebe responded

Since splitting from her NRL star ex-husband Sam, Phoebe has largely worked as an Instagram influencer.

She regularly flogs beauty products to her 80,000 followers and is an ambassador for L'Occitane.

Phoebe's ex Sam was recently crowned the winner of SAS Australia - being the only recruit to pass selection.

Sam and Phoebe were married for four years before splitting in 2019 and finalising their divorce settlement in 2020.

He revealed on the show he had been unfaithful to his wife during

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