Holly Willoughby honors her dad with heartfelt jungle throwback while stars across the UK celebrate Father’s Day with emotional tributes

Holly Willoughby honors her dad with heartfelt jungle throwback while stars across the UK celebrate Father’s Day with emotional tributes

This year’s Father’s Day was filled with warmth, memories, and emotional shout-outs as celebrities across the UK took to social media to honour the special men in their lives.

From first-time dads to grandfathers, and even some tearful tributes to those who have passed, the love was loud and proud.


Holly Willoughby Says Her Dad Is the “King of Our World”

Kicking off the Father’s Day feels was Holly Willoughby, who shared a nostalgic snap of her dad Brian sitting in the I’m A Celebrity jungle — a nod to her time co-hosting the show back in 2018.

At 44, the TV star sweetly wrote:

“King of the jungle and king of our world…

Happy Father’s Day Dad…

we LOVE you.”

And just like that, our hearts melted.


Laura Woods Shares First Father’s Day with Her Partner

Laura Woods, 37, marked her fiancé Adam Collard’s first Father’s Day with some behind-the-scenes family photos, including baby Leo.

Her cheeky but affectionate caption?

“Happy 1st Father’s Day to this absolute DILF…

No task too big, no baby gadget too confusing.

Watching you with our boy has made everything click for me.

Thanks for making life better.”


Frankie Bridge and Her Son’s Sweet Words for Wayne

Former Saturdays singer Frankie Bridge shared some wholesome family snaps of her husband Wayne with their boys.

But the real winner? A quote from their son, Carter:

“He’s the best because he cares for me, takes me to cool places and always plays with me.”

That’s a Father’s Day card-worthy quote right there.


Gordon Ramsay’s Powerful Reminder After Bike Crash

Not all posts were strictly sentimental — Gordon Ramsay took a more serious tone.

A year ago to the day, the celebrity chef survived a nasty bike accident in the U.S., and he credits one thing with saving his life:

“This [helmet] saved my life…

If you’re going on a ride today, wear your helmet and enjoy it safely.”

He still sent love to all dads — just with a powerful PSA attached.


Vicky Pattison Sends Love to Dads — and Those Missing Theirs

Vicky Pattison kept it classic but heartfelt, posting a pic with her dad and writing:

“To all the dads, grandpas, pa’s and dog dads… especially mine.

I love you and I’m so lucky to have you.

And to anyone finding today hard, I’m sending you so much love.”


Jamie Redknapp Thanks His Dad for Lifelong Inspiration

Footballer Jamie Redknapp gave a touching tribute to his father Harry, calling him his “incredible role model.”

“You’ve inspired me in every way — on the pitch and off.

Love you Dad.

Good luck at Soccer Aid tonight!”


Megan and Mollie Celebrate Partners and Late Dads

Megan McKenna posted a sweet message to husband Olivier Burke, sharing holiday snaps with their son Landon and writing:

“Happy Father’s Day to our best friend, daddy, and husband.

We love you! PS — it wouldn’t be Father’s Day without a giant Toblerone and cheesy socks.”

Meanwhile, Mollie King honored both her fiancé Stuart Broad and her late father.

“Watching you with our girls makes my heart burst…

And to my own dad, who I miss every day — I know your love is still with us.”


Rochelle Humes, Amy Childs and Dani Dyer Join the Lovefest

Rochelle Humes praised husband Marvin as “our rock and our glue” in a series of family photos.
Amy Childs, mum of four, wrote to partner Billy Delbosq:

“We absolutely adore you babe… Polly, Ritchie, Millie and Billy idolise you.

You’re definitely the fun one!”

Dani Dyer posted two emotional tributes — one to her famous dad Danny Dyer, and one to her partner Jarrod Bowen, with photos of their twin girls, Summer and Star.


Oliver Proudlock and Lottie Tomlinson Keep It Cozy

Oliver Proudlock spent the day relaxing with daughters Bonnie and Levi.

His post summed up the mood perfectly:

“Above everything, I am your Papa.

Thank you for showing me a whole new kind of love.”

And finally, Lottie Tomlinson dropped a sweet video of her fiancé Lewis Burton with their kids, simply writing:

“We love you so much, daddy.”


A Day for Memories, Gratitude and Love

Whether it was funny, moving, or full of memories, this Father’s Day was a reminder of the many shapes fatherhood can take — and how much it means to be seen and celebrated.

From heartfelt family messages to public displays of gratitude, the love was loud this year — and rightfully so.