Strictly's Helen Skelton tragically lost two cousins when she was young - read how it changed the Countryfile host’s perspective on life
December 11, 2022 - 17:05 GMT Sophie Hamilton Helen Skelton is gearing up for performing in the semi-final of Strictly Come Dancing on Sunday with her dance partner Gorka Marquez, and the Countryfile host has a huge fanbase cheering her on.Helen, 39, welcomed her third child, daughter Elsie Kate, nearly a year ago on 28 December 2021 with her former husband Richie Myler, and the couple named their little girl after one of Helen’s family members who sadly passed away.
And in a 2018 interview with the Belfast Telegraph, Helen said:"Losing two cousins who were really close to me altered my perspective on life massively. One didn’t even get to the age I am, and nowadays I’m just grateful for every extra year I chalk up on earth, and enjoy life as much as possible."MORE: Strictly star Helen Skelton gave birth alone ahead of split from husbandIn a recent episode of Strictly, Helen shed a tear as she opened up about her journey over the past few weeks.
At this point, the TV star was looking down as she hid her face from the camera. She added through tears:"Sorry, I'm really sorry."
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