Helen Skelton has had a challenging year after splitting up from her husband, rugby player Richie Myler, who is now expecting a baby with his new partner.Mum-of-three Helen has embraced her time on Strictly, though, including pulling off an impressive Paso Doble with her dance partner Gorka Marquez on Saturday night.SEE: Strictly's Gemma Atkinson teased over second pregnancy by close friendThe dancer paid a heartfelt tribute to Helen following their performance, encouraging her to believe in herself and praising her for being a lovely person and an "amazing" mum.The Spaniard was praised on social media for his kind words, and his fiancée, former Strictly contestant Gemma Atkinson, later took to Instagram to share her feelings.WATCH: Gemma Atkinson responds after fiancé Gorka Marquez's comments on Helen SkeltonVia her Instagram Stories, the star shared a clip of Gorka gushing about the Countryfile presenter, adding a gif of hands clapping and the words: "Absolutely!!!! What he said!!!"MORE: Ola and James Jordan's Strictly verdict: Hamza's perfect Salsa, Helen's unfair scores and the next celebrity exitPHOTOS: Inside Strictly pro Gorka Marquez and Gemma Atkinson's luxurious family homeBefore the judges revealed the pair's scores, Gorka sweetly said: "Can I just say something? I know you have been having a difficult time and I know you've been made to feel like you're not beautiful, or good enough, or anything but if you don't believe in yourself, I believe in you. Gemma applauded her fiancé's words"Everybody here believes in you.
Helen Skelton 'under pressure' as she juggles Strictly and motherhood
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She’s doing her best to impress the judges on Strictly Come Dancing, but Helen Skelton’s pals are worrying that she’s putting too much pressure on herself as the competition intensifies. Helen and her professional partner Gorka Marquez scored 26 points as the show kicked off at the weekend, but that only puts more pressure on Helen to keep delivering. As well as wanting to spend as much time as possible immersing herself in Strictly’s notoriously challenging rehearsal schedule, we’re told Helen is also determined to be around for all of her nine-month-old daughter Elsie’s “firsts”.
Earlier this month, the TV presenter – who also has sons Ernie, seven, and Louis, five, with estranged husband Richie Myler – posted on Instagram Stories that Elsie is “up and almost away” when it comes to taking her first steps. “She has three young children, her little girl is almost walking, a lot has gone on with her ex, there are a lot of firsts coming up with the baby,” said our source. “She wants to be there for them all, but also give all of her time to Strictly because she knows it is going to change her life.” Although Helen is stretching herself between parenting duties and dance practice, her family and friends are “amazed” by how well she is managing as a single mum.
“It’s not easy having three little ones and no partner and Strictly is such a whirlwind show, but she’s really putting herself into it,” the source added. “She’s working so hard – she’s like Super Mum. She’s got a huge workload with the rehearsals and is still looking after the kids – there is no day off.
Strictly's Helen Skelton speaks out after partner Gorka told her to 'believe in yourself'
Strictly Come Dancing's Helen Skelton has spoken out after her professional dance parter Gorka Márquez told her to "believe in yourself". He made the comments on Saturday night's show, after the pair impressed the judges with their Paso Doble routine. Gorka, 32, asked if he could quickly say something to his partner after the judges comments, when the pair were speaking and he made Helen, 39, emotional as he praised her.
Strictly fans left emotional as Gorka Márquez reassures Helen Skelton after her split
Strictly Come Dancing fans were left feeling emotional after Gorka Márquez sweetly reassured his celebrity partner Helen Skelton on tonight's show. Gorka, 32, and Helen, 39, performed an incredible Paso Doble which saw them win huge praise from judges Shirley Ballas, Motsi Mabuse, Anton Du Beke and Craig Revel Horwood. After receiving their scores, host Claudia Winkleman began chatting to the pair and Gorka soon asked if she could quickly say something to his partner.
Strictly's Helen Skelton says she's 'having a blast' just days after ex's baby news
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's ex hinted at girlfriend's pregnancy during star's Strictly debut
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.
Strictly star Helen Skelton's ex-husband expecting baby with new girlfriend – six months after split
Helen Skelton's ex-husband Richie Myler is reportedly expecting a baby with his new girlfriend, Stephanie Thirkhill.MORE: Strictly's Helen Skelton left baffled as son Ernie is caught doing something he shouldn'tThe news comes just six months after Helen announced her split from the rugby player, with whom she shares three children. WATCH: Helen Skelton's estranged husband spends quality time with youngest sonAccording to the Sun, Stephanie and Richie are "thrilled" to be having their first child together.
Strictly’s Helen Skelton’s confidence has been 'knocked to shreds' but Gorka has her back
Helen Skelton may have had her confidence shaken in her marriage split but she showed dazzling form on the opening show – and pro partner Gorka Marquez is urging her to “believe she can do it”. The Countryfile presenter, 38, was devastated earlier this year when husband of eight years Richie Myler ended their relationship. And then, in the week she made her Strictly debut, the rugby league player referred to his new girlfriend as his “family”.
Strictly’s Helen Skelton collapses on floor after gruelling rehearsal with partner Gorka Marquez
Strictly Come Dancing star Helen Skelton looked visibly exhausted after a sweaty dance rehearsal with pro partner Gorka Márquez.The Countryfile presenter, 39, appeared to have collapsed on the floor while practicing her Cha Cha – but thankfully managed a reassuring thumbs up to indicate she wasn't doing too badly. In the video shared on Gorka's Instagram, Helen and her pro partner could be seen joking about their tough schedule, which included appearing on ITV's Lorraine at 9.30am the next morning.
Strictly's Helen Skelton reveals new nickname for dance partner Gorka Marquez
Helen Skelton unveiled her new nickname for professional dance partner Gorka Marquez on Wednesday.MORE: Helen Skelton's candid parenting confession will melt your heart - watchTaking to Instagram, the Countryfile presenter shared a joyful snap alongside 32-year-old Gorka. Alongside the photo, Helen included the caption: "Feet on fire and head exploding but loving every second of this journey...WATCH: Helen Skelton dazzles in glitter-clad jumpsuit for Strictly reveal"Somehow @gorka_marquez finding time to prank everyone - thank God there's room to laugh.
Strictly's James Jordan calls Helen Skelton and Gorka Marquez ‘perfect couple’
Former Strictly Come Dancing professional James Jordan has branded Helen Skelton and Gorka Márquez the “perfect couple”.Taking to Twitter to give his annual weekly verdict on the performances, James, who was a pro on the show from 2006 to 2013, said the pair were “amazing”.The 44 year old wrote on Twitter: “Helen. You clever boy Gorka. Clearly the best of the night so far and for week 1 amazing.