‘A blessing we never take for granted' – RTE star Arthur Gourounlian shares heartfelt birthday tribute to ‘amazing' mum
MOTHERLY LOVE 'A blessing we never take for granted' – RTE star Arthur Gourounlian shares heartfelt birthday tribute to 'amazing' mum
RTE star Arthur Gourounlian has paid a touching tribute to his "amazing" mum.
The Dancing With The Stars judge's mum Maria, also known as Tati to her family, celebrated her 77th birthday today.
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Arthur shared a heartfelt tribute to his mum
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Maria celebrated her 77th birthday
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The family enjoyed a 'wonderful' day together
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Arthur took to his Instagram to mark the occasion in a heartwarming post.
He shared sweet snaps of Maria with her grandchildren, Blake, two, and one-year-old Blu.
The dad-of-two also posted some sweet snaps of his Six O'Clock Show host husband, Brian Dowling, standing alongside Maria while holding Blake in his arms.
Arthur then shared a series of snaps capturing special moments between him and his mum on the big day.
Lastly, he posted pictures of Maria blowing out her birthday candles with Blake and Blu by her side.
In the caption of his post, the celebrity choreographer revealed they celebrated her birthday in "the most wonderful way".
Sharing the day with his followers, Arthur wrote: "Started the morning with a beautiful breakfast together. Dada @bprdowling was getting ready for work, so of course we had to drag him for a quick pic, clips on his head and all."
After Brian left, Arthur said the "celebrations rolled on", with "laughter, play and so much love and fun".
He continued: "Later, Blake, Tati, and Papa headed out for a lovely lunch, squeezed in a few errands, and came home to the sweetest tradition CAKE for kids of course, aka for PAPA (because what's a birthday without it, RIGHT?)."
Arthur went on to share more heartfelt words for his mum, adding: "Another year older, but still always wise, and even more memories to treasure.
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"Every single minute, actually, every single second Tati spends with Yohen, Blake, and Blu is a blessing we never take for granted."
The TV star ended his post with a final message of love for his mum.
He wrote: "Maman Chérie, from the bottom of our hearts, we love you. Thank you for your kindness, your laughter, and your wise words that always have our backs. Joyeux anniversaire!"
FAM FUN
Fans and friends all flocked to the comment section to wish Maria a happy birthday.
Fiona said: "So great she can come be with her granddaughters on her birthday, they clearly adore each other."
Polly wrote: "Aw happy birthday to your mam. Great pictures. Sure she's only a young one."
Sharon gushed: "Tati you look wonderful, have a lovely birthday."
Another added: "Omg 77!!! What an amazing woman she looks fantastic, happy birthday Tati."
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