Helen Skelton has not had an easy year after splitting from husband of eight years, Richie Myler, just four months after the birth of their third child together. Richie, a professional rugby player, is now in a new relationship with Stephanie Thirkill and they are expecting their first child.
Despite any personal troubles, Helen has been lighting up the Strictly Come Dancing dance floor with her professional partner Gorka Marquez and making her family proud. Helen became emotional at the end of her performance in Blackpool, where she scored 39 out of 40, as her family supported her and her family sent her a message on Strictly It Takes Two.
Her parents said: "Hi Helen, just wishing you good luck for the weekend. Remember just keep smiling, enjoy and have lots and lots of fun! We are really really proud of you, love you lots."
