Former Coronation Street star Kym Marsh has shared a rare and touching photograph with her teenage daughter Polly, marking the youngster's 15th birthday celebration. The proud mother, aged 49, took to social media on Tuesday to post the sweet snapshot, captured during a special meal out to honour the occasion.
Emotional Tribute from a Proud Mum
In the heartwarming image, the mother-daughter duo smiled warmly for the camera. Kym accompanied the photo with an emotional and lengthy tribute to Polly, expressing her immense love and pride. She wrote: '15 today!!!!! My beautiful beautiful you mean the world to me and more. You’re a pain in the bum at times hahaha but I wouldn’t change you for the world.'
She continued with poignant words, stating: 'My rainbow baby, you are and always will be the light in my darkness. Forever proud of the woman you are becoming and I can’t wait to see where this year takes you.' Kym concluded her message with affectionate praise, saying: 'Happy birthday my amazing, beautiful, funny, feisty as f*** daughter. I love you always and forever. Mum.'
Fans Notice Striking Resemblance
Followers and fans quickly joined in to wish Polly a happy birthday, with many commenting on the striking likeness between Kym and her daughter. One admirer noted: 'Happy birthday Polly!! So gorgeous like her mumma'; while another added: 'Many Happy returns, I hope you’ve had a wonderful birthday where does the time go'.
Additional comments highlighted the rapid passage of time, with one saying: '15! Are you sure?! She grew up fast. Happy Birthday beautiful Polly'; and another humorously observed: 'Happy birthday daughter. Although Kim, you look same age'. Others simply praised the pair, stating: 'Happy birthday Polly beautiful like your mum' and 'Happy 15th birthday to a beautiful young lady Polly Lomas Have a great day.'
Family Background and Relationships
Kym Marsh shares Polly with her ex-partner, actor Jamie Lomas. The couple also had a son, Archie, who was tragically born stillborn 17 years ago. From previous relationships, Kym has two older children: David, aged 29, and Emilie, aged 28, whom she shares with ex-partner Dave Cunliffe.
Interestingly, last year saw Jamie and Kym reunite amicably to attend Polly's 14th birthday party. The pair were photographed beaming on either side of their teenage daughter during the celebratory meal. Kym shared this snap to her Instagram Stories, tagging Jamie's fiancée Jess Bell, and wrote: 'Mum and dad sharing our Polly's birthday together'.
Romantic History and Recent Splits
Kym and Jamie first met in 2007 and began dating in 2008. They married in 2012 but separated the following year, finalising their divorce in 2014. Reports at the time indicated that Kym was stunned by Jamie's decision to end the marriage. A friend told Now magazine: 'When she spoke about wedding bells last year, Kym really meant it - this relationship was for keeps. They weren't getting on, but she still loved him, so she stuck by him. But it was Jamie who split them up. It's best in the long run, but for the moment the wounds are very fresh for Kym.'
In 2021, Kym married for a third time, tying the knot with soldier Scott Ratcliff. However, their split was announced in May 2023. According to sources, the couple decided to end their marriage due to the strain of work, with 'cracks' having been present in the relationship for some time. The pressures of their careers led to a trial separation earlier in the year before they officially parted ways.
Following this, Kym began a whirlwind romance with toyboy Samuel Thomas, who is 29 years old and 19 years her junior. However, it was reported last year that the pair had split after just six months together.
