Vernon Kay and Tess Daly have shared a special family update. The proud parents have both sent well wishes to their daughter Phoebe as she celebrates her 21st birthday.
The couple met in 2001 and got married in 2003. When they first met, Vernon and Tess were both starting their TV careers and grew closer when they were tasked with recreating a Britney Spears video together. The celebrity couple share two children, they have Phoebe who was born in 2004 and Amber who was born in 2009.
On Instagram today, the presenter shared a picture with his wife and daughter, Phoebe. He captioned it: “HAPPY BIRTHDAY Phoebe 21 today! The celebrations are gonna be epic! You’re the best any parent could ask for.”
A separate post from Strictly presenter Tess, was a black and white photo of Phoebe, she wrote: “21. What a milestone… Could not be more proud of our brilliant girl Phoebe on her big birthday here’s to celebrating how special you are.”
Talking about being a dad, Vernon previously told the Daily Mail: “We let them be independent when it comes to their futures because it’s important that you allow them to find themselves which is character building and personality development.”
Birthday messages were sent to Phoebe after the special updates from her parents. Eamonn Holmes wrote “You are not old enough to have a daughter of that age! But congratulations to you, Tess and most of all Phoebe.”
Actress Emily Atack said: “Gorgeous and lovely girl” and Claudia Winkleman added “Happy happy birthday Phoebe”, with six love heart emojis.
In June, BBC Radio star Vernon sent a message of congratulations to his wife after her incredible achievement being recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours.
The TV personality was awarded an MBE for her services to broadcasting. She said it had been the “greatest surprise of my life”. The 56-year-old has co-hosted Strictly Come Dancing since 2004.
In celebration, Vernon shared a selfie with Tess to Instagram, alongside a picture of her and the late Bruce Forsyth who she hosted Strictly with. He wrote: “Well what can we say! Congratulations Tess on your MBE. All the hard work and huge effort you put into everything you do has been recognised by the King.
“Being on Strictly from the start when our babies weren’t even born just proves how well you’ve done. Now they’re almost 21 and 16 and we’ve all enjoyed this journey together!”
Tess first appeared on TV screens in 1999 when she hosted The Big Breakfasts’ Find Me A Model competition on Channel 4. Other presenting roles have included Just the Two of Us on BBC One and Royal Variety Performance.
The MBE recipient also shared a message with fans on Instagram today. Tess said: “Genuinely still pinching myself…Feeling extremely humbled and very honoured to be awarded an MBE for Services to Broadcasting in King Charles’ birthday honours list.”