In a deeply moving and candid social media post, former The Apprentice star and Strictly Come Dancing favourite Thomas Skinner has shared heartbreaking news with his legion of supporters. The beloved TV personality revealed that he and his wife, Lucy, have suffered a devastating miscarriage.
The emotional announcement was made on Skinner's official Instagram account, where he is known for his upbeat and positive posts. Accompanied by a poignant black-and-white photograph, the message detailed the couple's profound grief following the loss of their unborn child.
'We are absolutely heartbroken,' Skinner wrote, addressing his 268,000 followers directly. The post conveyed the couple's raw emotion and the difficult journey they have endured in private before feeling able to share their pain publicly.
Known for his infectious optimism and larger-than-life personality on Alan Sugar's reality show, Skinner's heartfelt disclosure has prompted an overwhelming outpouring of support from fans, fellow celebrities, and former colleagues. The comments section quickly filled with messages of love, sympathy, and shared stories of loss from others who have experienced similar tragedy.
This personal update comes as Skinner continues to be a popular figure in the British public eye, having won the nation's affection during his time on Strictly Come Dancing in 2019, where he was partnered with professional dancer Oti Mabuse.
The couple's decision to speak openly about their loss is part of a growing trend among public figures who are helping to break the silence around pregnancy loss and miscarriage, topics that have historically been shrouded in secrecy and shame.
