Helen Skelton's ex shares rare family snap of kids after 'pregnancy news with girlfriend'

Strictly Come Dancing's Helen Skelton has said that she felt "battle-hardened" going into the show following the sudden end to her eight-year marriage.

Strictly Come Dancing's Helen Skleton and Gorka Marquez have 'grown incredibly close' over the past few weeks, according to a body language expert.

Helen Skelton has revealed she has moved back in with her parents following her split from her husband Richie Myler earlier this year. The Strictly Come Dancing star announced back in April that her eight-year marriage to the Leeds Rhinos rugby player Richie Myler had ended.

Helen Skelton is living with her parents after having moved out of her family home she used to share with estranged husband Richie Myler in Leeds. Helen, 39, and rugby star Richie, 32, share three children together, and announced the devastating news earlier this year that they were ending their relationship after almost 10 years of marriage. In light of this, Helen has moved back to her parents farm in the Lake District.

Helen Skelton shared a glimpse of her day-to-day life on Strictly Come Dancing, and her latest update will certainly strike a chord.MORE: Strictly's Matt Goss opens up about rare condition amid emotional exit from showTaking to her Instagram Stories, the Countryfile presenter posted a behind-the-scenes snippet of herself pausing for a moment of light relief.WATCH: Helen Skelton shares rare glimpse of hilarious Strictly rehearsalReclining on a sofa, the mum-of-three candidly filmed herself eating a bar of chocolate as Fleur East and Vito Coppola danced up a storm. Helen's professional dance partner Gorka Marquez joined the trio and filmed the impromptu performance.MORE: Strictly's Gorka Marquez message to Helen Skelton as she admits 'what a week'SEE: Strictly's Helen Skelton: see 10 cutest photos of the star's childrenThe dance partners put their training to the test and performed a series of sassy dance moves – we're talking snake hips!Alongside the hilarious video, Helen included the caption: "Insight into my life at the min… @gorkamarquez making the content for everyone. Me eating chocolate.

Helen Skelton may be enjoying her time on Strictly Come Dancing, but the Countryfile star has admitted juggling life as a single mum can have its moments.MORE: Strictly's Gorka Marquez message to Helen Skelton as she admits 'what a week'Appearing on Lorraine on Monday, the 39-year-old presenter - who has three children with her ex-husband Richie Myler - was asked how she balances, "me time and work".WATCH: Gemma Atkinson responds after fiancé Gorka Marquez's comments on Helen SkeltonHelen replied: "Of course I struggle. I lump work into 'me time'.

Helen Skelton has broken her silence after her dance partner Gorka Marquez jumped to her defence and paid her an emotional tribute during the latest Strictly Come Dancing live show. The Countryfile host looked panic-stricken when the Spanish dancer halted proceedings to have his say.

Helen Skelton showcased her fighting spirit on Friday, just days after her ex-husband Richie Myler announced his baby news with girlfriend Stephanie Thirkill.MORE: Strictly's Helen Skelton left baffled as son Ernie is caught doing something he shouldn'tTaking to Instagram, the Countryfile presenter posted a care-free video of herself dancing candidly on the set of Strictly Come Dancing. The spirited presenter looked overjoyed as she performed a series of lively dance moves ahead of Saturday's show.WATCH: Helen Skelton dazzles in glitter-clad jumpsuit for Strictly revealAlongside the sweet clip, Helen included the caption: "That time of the week… When the hard work gets taken to the dance floor @bbcstrictly Thank you for keeping us in so far… We're having a blast". MORE: Strictly star Helen Skelton's ex-husband expecting baby with new girlfriend – six months after splitREAD: Helen Skelton fans all saying same thing about her Strictly partneringThe star's supportive fans flooded the comment section with an array of kind messages.

Helen Skelton has been seen looking emotional after news broke that her ex-husband Richie Myler is expecting a baby with his new girlfriend Stephanie Thirkill, just six months after he and Helen split.The 38 year old mum of three, who is currently starring on Strictly Come Dancing, was spotted grabbing coffee before rehearsals, and she could be seen wiping her eye and looking downcast as she stared down intently. She wore a green bralette and matching trousers as her dark blonde hair fell around her shoulders. Her makeup was minimal but she wore a pair of chunky gold earrings to edge up the look.

Helen Skelton’s estranged husband Richie Myler seemingly hinted at his “family” news last month ahead of reports that he is expecting a child with his new partner Stephanie Thirkill. The pair are alleged to have announced their exciting news in a post shared on Stephanie’s private Instagram page and are reported to be “thrilled” about the occasion. And following the reports, it appears as though Richie, 32, seemingly hinted at the news in September after sharing an Instagram Story of him and his “family” - around the same time that Helen made her Strictly Come Dancing debut.