Many Claudia Winkleman fans were left stunned to learn of her age as the star celebrated her birthday on Sunday.
The TV presenter, who is known for co-hosting Strictly Come Dancing alongside Tess Daly, took to Instagram to thank people for the "lovely messages". Claudia was recently the face of BBC's The Traitors, a dramatic reality show that saw people fight among themselves in a bid to work out who was telling the truth.
After some decades on our screens, the star has racked up hundreds of thousands of Instagram followers. And many of them couldn't believe it when she revealed her age.
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Sharing a snap of a new candle, she said: "FIFTY ONE. This candle is made by the magical @marthafreud - thank you so much for the lovely messages xx"
Flocking to the comments section, Rachel said: "You look incredible, happy birthday", while Lauren said: "No way are you 51, looking good sis". Gail said: "Happy birthday Claudia... looking fabulous xx", and Ian said: "You look incredible".
Claudia's celebrity friends also wished her well. Former Strictly winner Stacey Dooley said: "Happy birthday superstar. 51 never looked so V V GOOD", while Zoe Ball said: "Happy birthday lady love". Nick Grimshaw said: "Happy Birthday Claudia! Xx"
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