HAPPY Father’s Day wishes have been shared from a number of celebrities including Victoria Beckham and ex-The Saturdays singer Mollie King.
In amongst the sweet tributes there were also some poignant ones as many remembered people they had lost.
Victoria shared a sweet tribute to husband David[/caption]
Victoria Beckham, 51, shared a video and photo montage of husband David, 50, with their four children — Brooklyn, 26, Romeo, 22, Cruz, 22, and Harper Seven, 13.
She wrote next to the post: “Happy Father’s Day to the best daddy there is! You always lead with love and our four beautiful children are a reflection of that. We all love you so so much!!”
Victoria then tagged all of her children in the heartfelt post.
The video shared by the fashion designer sees David sitting beside Brooklyn, Cruz and Harper, all snuggled up on a sofa.
They’re enjoying drinks while singing Sherry by The Four Seasons, and all look in great spirits.
David attempts to sing too low at one point in the clip, leading Brooklyn to break out into laughter.
Most notably included in the post was their eldest son Brooklyn, who is rumoured to be feuding with his parents.
One person commented: “I always thought he was a very present father, with strong life values, loving but authoritative but also strict. Together you raised four “healthy” young adults and I think that in your world it is not easy unfortunately. Good job!”
A second person penned: “Happy Father’s Day to your wonderful husband,” and a third said: “No matter what is happening with Brooklyn you will still protect him at all cost! Nothing but respect for you.”
Also sharing their love was ex-The Saturdays singer Mollie King, 38, who posted a loving tribute to her partner, Stuart Broad, 38, with whom she shares Annabella, two, and baby Liliana, born in January.
She wrote: “Just when I thought I couldn’t love you more, you became the most incredible dad to our little girls. Watching you with them makes my heart burst – you’re so loving and so much fun, they completely adore you!
“They’re the luckiest to call you their Daddy, and I’m the luckiest to do this with you. Happy Father’s Day.”
She then reflected: “And to my own Dad, who I miss and think about every single day – thank you for being the best Dad we could’ve ever asked for.
“It breaks my heart that you never got to meet Liliana, but I know my girls are carrying your love with them. Happy Father’s Day, Dad! Missing you as always xxx”
In 2022, Mollie shared that she had lost her dad, Stephen, had died of a brain tumour, just days after she gave birth.
She wrote: ”Heartbroken beyond words. In August, my family’s world was shattered when my Dad was diagnosed with a brain tumour.
”Last week, we had to face the day we hoped would never come and say goodbye. Dad, we love you with all our hearts and we will miss you every single day.
”You have been our hero and it’s impossible to think of our lives without you.”
Former Hollyoaks star Gemma Atkinson, 40, also took to Instagram to celebrate her baby daddy, Gorka Marquez, 34.
Sharing a number of adorable photos and videos of the Strictly pro with their two children, Mia, five, and Thiago, who is almost two, she wrote: “Happy Father’s Day Gorks!
“This day and everyday you’re the best dad. Always up for adventures, cuddles and laughs even when you’re mid tour and absolutely shattered you still make the effort to be home with us.
“A great example to Mia & Tio of hard graft and determination, whilst keeping family first. We love you!”
The Spanish star will be playing football on Sunday evening in Soccer Aid to raise money for UNICEF.
According to reports, the dancer has been using his time to recruit newly single TV and radio host Paddy McGuinness to the BBC show.
Emmerdale actress Amy Walsh, 38, posted some sweet photos and videos to wish her husband Toby-Alexander Smith, 34, a happy Father’s Day.
She wrote: “We are so unbelievably grateful to have you! To the best daddy in the world. We love you so much! Couldn’t have chosen better. You really are the BEST daddy to our Bonbon.”
Adding his own poignant message, singer Jake Quickenden, 36, wrote: “Happy Father’s Day, a day I find tremendously hard but now so filled with love, becoming a dad is my favourite thing ever ( it’s extremely hard).
“When I lost my dad I was so lost for a long time, he was a character. I’ve never heard a bad word spoken about my dad, all his mates would tell me he would fill a room with his smile and laughter, I’ve bumped into nurses that looked after my dad when he was ill and they all day the same, how much of a nice guy he was.
“I miss him so much. He was also a great dad, he pushed me in sport, he encouraged me to follow my dreams. He taught me respect and manners something now I’m passing on to my kids…. He was my pal but I wouldn’t cross him he had the dad look down to a T….
“Something I’m working on ( Leo just laughs at me when I give him a look lol ) I miss my dad everyday not just Father’s Day, but I know this day hits harder for some, so I’m saying you’re not alone it hurts, let it hurt it’s just love you never got to give. Have a nice day.”
Jake tragically lost his dad Paul to bone cancer in 2010, and his brother Oliver, aged just 19 to osteosarcoma in 2012.
David with daughter Harper[/caption]
