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Zara Woodcock

Helen Skelton returns to TV for first time since husband split hosting rugby league

Helen Skelton has returned to TV for the first time since splitting from her husband Richie Myler last month.

The presenter shared the sad news in an emotional statement on her Instagram Stories in April and took some time away from TV to focus on herself.

A few days after it was revealed that Leeds Rhino player Richie, 31, is dating Stephanie Thirkill, 32, Helen landed the job of hosting Channel 4's rugby league coverage

She had been absent from her BBC1 presenting job at Countryfile since the split but fans were delighted to see her presenting the Hull KR v Catalan Dragons game on Channel 4.

The 38-year-old is leading the coverage in the absence of presenter Adam Hills who is currently in Australia.

Helen looked flawless for her TV return (Channel 4)

Fans were super supportive of the presenter and took to social media to share their thoughts on her return to our screens.

One user said: "I do love @HelenSkelton! Fantastic presenter and is so passionate about our ace game."

"Great to see Helen Skelton is still presenting the Rugby League on Channel 4," another impressed fan said. "I'm sure it can't be easy for her given recent events but she always does a great job because she's a top quality professional."

It comes after her split from Richie Myler (Channel 4)

One fan commented: "Nice to see @HelenSkelton presenting the rugby."

Helen looked fresh-faced as she rocked an oversized black blazer, black trousers, and brown boots. Her long hair cascaded over her shoulder.

Helen and Richie's split comes just four months after the pair welcomed their third child, Elsie Kate.

The pair are also proud parents to sons, Ernie, six, and Louis, four.

The two share three children (Instagram)

In her short statement after their split, Helen penned to fans: "Very sad to say that Richie and I are no longer a couple. He has left the family home.

"We will be doing our best to co-parent our small children."

Richie has yet to publicly address his separation from Helen but has been seen taking a stroll with Stephanie recently.

Stephanie is the daughter of the multi-millionaire president of his club Leeds Rhinos, who he has reportedly embarked on a new relationship with.

Both have insisted they did not start a relationship until Richie had split from Helen.

Helen announced the split on Instagram (helenskelton/Instagram)
She made her first red carpet appearance earlier this month (Anthony Harvey/REX/Shutterstock)

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Just days after the split was announced, Helen was absent from Countryfile, which prompted fans to show their support.

Sunday's programme was led by Adam Henson and Anita Rani as viewers noticed Helen's absence.

Helen still posted a few advertisements on her Instagram Stories, where she was seen without her wedding ring.

Last week, she made her first red carpet appearance since the split and looked as stunning as ever.

She attended the Sports Industry Awards at Evolution London last week and looked ethereal in her flowing cream-coloured ensemble.

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