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Mark Wright celebrates nephew turning one while baby brother fights for life in hospital

Mark Wright has been celebrating his nephew's first birthday, just days after rallying around his younger brother Josh Wright who revealed his second son had been born prematurely.

The former TOWIE star, 36, shared an adorable video of the tot's Disney-themed party as he was visited by Toy Story icons Woody and Buzz Lightyear for his special day.

Joshua James, the eldest son of Josh and his wife Hollie Kane, smiled for the camera as he played with his new toys, which included a football and a remote control car he could drive around in.

He was surrounded by his family and enjoyed playing with his cousin Presley, the son of Jessica Wright and her husband William Lee-Kemp.

The family organised a Toy Story themed party (Instagram/wrighty_)
Joshua had plenty of fun presents to play with (Instagram/wrighty_)

Taking to Instagram to give fans a glimpse of the party, Mark wrote: "It was the little man’s birthday!! Little Joshie is 1 already. Time has flown!!

"Seeing these 2 little Toy Story obsessed cousins and best friends together is the best thing ever!!

"I love you boys. Uncle will always have your back, until I'm too old and then I hope you have mine."

The happy celebration comes just days after footballer Josh revealed his newborn "little warrior" will be in hospital for months after being born 12 weeks early, weighing just 2.4lbs.

Mark shared some adorable snaps with his nephew (Instagram/wrighty_)
Hollie shared a new photo of her and Josh's baby son (Instagram)

Yesterday, Hollie and Josh shared heartbreaking pictures of their baby boy in an incubator after he was born prematurely.

After sharing the news on Instagram, family rallied around them showing their love in the comments.

Mark commented: "Love you all to the moon and back x," while his sister Jess wrote: "Love beyond words our little warrior. Love you all."

Mark's wife Michelle Keegan added: "We can’t wait to meet you little man. You’ll be home very soon."

The couple revealed their second baby boy was born at 28 weeks weighing just 2.4lbs (Instagram)

Josh's mum Carol wrote: "I can not express how brave, kind, loving courageous parents you are.

"Hollie you are a caring brave girl, what you have both experienced you have showed such courage like we have never known.

"You both are the best parents ever, and this little angel couldn’t wish for any better to help him grow in to the son you have.

"Every night has been a worry, but you both have never showed it, you both have just showed love and happiness along the way.

"We love you both and can not wait to cuddle this new bundle of joy. We are proud of you both. Xxxx"

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