Former reality star Kate Ferdinand shared an adorable Father’s Day tribute to husband Rio on Instagram yesterday, her first post since announcing she’s expecting their first child.
Kate who catapulted to fame on The Only Way Is Essex was glowing as she cradled her growing baby bump while posing next to the former Manchester United legend.
Rio currently has three children, Lorenz, 13, Tate 11, and Tia, nine, from his first marriage to late wife, Rebecca Ellison.
Posing in their dining room, Kate shared the adorable snap alongside a tear-jerking message to Rio, 41.
Kate said: “Happy Father’s Day to you @rioferdy5. you are the best daddy to Lorenz, Tate & Tia …. (& Ronnie).
Kate gushed over Rio, labelling him the “best daddy” (Image: Kate Ferdinand/Instagram)
“Can’t wait for our next chapter. Let’s celebrate you today.”
The mum-to-be looked radiant as she donned a polka dot print dress from her Very.co.uk range.
Fans instantly took to the comment section of the snap which has since racked up over 200,000 likes.
Kate revealed the news to Rio’s kids in an emotional video (Image: Kate Ferdinand/Instagram)
One fan commented: “Every time I see a picture of you two it makes me happy. Such a lovely couple.”
While a second went on to say: “Perfect family.. happy endings are real.”
A third added: “Congratulations to both of you .. well done Kate for being a role model.”
The pair started dating in 2017 (Image: Daily Record)
“You look amazing! Congratulations to you all,” gushed a fourth.
Kate and Rio shared an emotional video clip earlier last week revealing the news to Rio’s three children that their family would be growing.
The pair who married in September 2019 were seen sitting around the family table chatting while they broke the exciting news.
Kate and Rio married in a lavish ceremony in September 2019
Lorenz, Tate and Tia instantly jumped to their feet as the family began hugging one another.
Speaking to The Sun, a source revealed: “Everyone is deliriously happy. Kate’s pregnancy has made everyone beam with joy.
“She’s had a rough few weeks, but couldn’t be happier. She always wanted her own children with Rio, and to grow his existing family. Everyone is so excited”
Kate and Rio first started dating in 2017.
Source: Celebrities - dailystar.co.uk
