Gorka Marquez and Gemma Atkinson send sweet messages to Helen Skelton as she tells of 'long weekend'

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Gorka Marquez and Gemma Atkinson were among the first to respond as Helen Skelton shared her 'long weekend' on Instagram. The Countryfile host shared a video to the social media platform full of clips and images which were taken over the Easter Bank Holiday which also saw her celebrate her son's birthday.

Mum-of-three Helen, who shares Ernie, Louis, and Elsie with her rugby star ex-husband Riche Myler started the caption of her post: "Long weekend of Birthday and Easter celebrations." Before sharing how Louis had turned six over the four-day weekend.

She went on to write: "This is 6. Proud and grateful Mum. Lou dog you rock mine and so many worlds. Shout out to super gran for the cake and so so much more," as she showed her family enjoying the special day with a pinata, bouncy castle and, of course, cake while Helen also got to tuck into a glass off fizz with her loved ones. READ MORE: ITV Coronation Street shares first look at Ryan Connor's acid attack injuries as he faces setback over Justin return Former Strictly Come Dancing dance partner Gorka, who made it to the final of the BBC One dance contest with Helen last year, was quick to reply, writing in the comments: "Happy birthday to my little friend!!!" while his fiancee Gemma replied: "What it’s all about," with a love heart eyes emoji.

And fans were quick to heap praise on Helen as they continue to show her support following her split from Leeds Rhinos star Richie last year, months after the birth of their daughter. @amywilsoninteriors said: "Perfect- memories made." @sarahbrhino commented: "What a lovely family and great pics of your special day xx Happy Birthday Louis." @sarahbrhino wrote: "What a lovely family and great pics of your special day xx Happy