Paddy McGuinness admits feeling 'terrified' as he and ex Christine share separate birthday tributes

Paddy McGuinness has admitted being 'terrified' in a birthday tribute to his twins. The Top Gear presenter, 50, and his ex Christine McGuinness, 36, have each shared their own posts on social media to mark their children's joint 11th birthday.

The comedian and former Real Housewives of Cheshire star shares twins Penelope and Leo and their youngest daughter Felicity. The pair announced they were splitting up after 11 years of marriage in 2022, shortly after their documentary Our Family and Autism aired.

Despite their separation, the former couple continue to live together to co-parent their three children, all of whom have autism along with their mum Christine who was diagnosed at age 33.

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Taking to Instagram on Tuesday (July 2), Paddy shared a throwback picture holding his baby twins in his arms, alongside the caption: "Happy 11th birthday Leo & Penelope! This picture was taken the day we brought them home from hospital."

He then admitted: "I was terrified but my life has been the better for it ever since. The same can't be said for my hair! Love you my beautiful babies!!!! #birthday."

Meanwhile, Christine shared her own tribute to her children on her Instagram. Sharing some pictures from their special day with her 740,000 followers, the proud mum wrote: "Happy Birthday to my beautiful, earth angel, superstar Twins Leo and Penelope 11 years old words can't describe my love for you, how proud I am, how happy you make me, my babies forever you inspire mummy, motivate me and made me who I am.

"Forever blessed and grateful to be your mama Obviously I don't show my children publicly but I can tell you all they are thriving, they're so tall! With big brown eyes, the most perfect smiles, they are funny, smart and creative, and full of love."

She then added: "It's also my mums birthday!!! & I honestly don't know what I would do without my mum, I am so grateful for you, your bond and understanding with my children is so special. We love and appreciate you always."