Gorka Marquez 'fights tears' as he shares emotional tribute after second family loss in months

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Gorka Marquez was left fighting tears as she shared an emotional tribute following his family's second heartbreaking loss in a matter of months.

The Strictly Come Dancing star is facing the devastation of being away from his fiancee Gemma Atkinson and their two children - Mia and Thiago - as they go through the loss of their second beloved dog, Ollie.

The Hits Radio host Gemma left devastated over the summer following the death of one of her beloved dogs, Norman. She's now had to say another goodbye to her second dog, Ollie, after his decline in health. READ MORE: BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Nadiya Bychkova supported by co-stars after huge career announcement After getting some difficult news from the vet last week, Gemma has since spent most of her time with her gorgeous pet and confirmed on Tuesday (December 10) that Ollie had been reunited with Norman, leaving her heartbroken.

Sharing a video full of pictures and videos from over the years featuring Ollie, the Bury-born star wrote to her two million followers: "Sleep well beautiful Ollie.