Gogglebox star Lee Riley has said he is "gutted" about missing out on a special day.
Taking to Instagram, the Channel 4 cast member, who normally appears on the much-loved show alongside best friend Jenny Newby, shared a selfie of him and his other half, Steve. He described his partner as "the love of his life" as he shared a gushing post.
The caption read: "A big Happy birthday to the love of my life have a fabulous day in sunny Cyprus. Gutted I can’t be with you to celebrate."
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Fans and other Gogglebox stars joined in with the birthday wishes. Lisa Baggs wrote: "Happy Birthday Handsome ! X"
Carole said: "Happy Birthday Steve. I hope the storms have now left the beautiful Island and you have a wonderful day xx". Meanwhile, Ann said: "Happy Birthday Steve! Have a wonderful day!"
Steve lives in Cyprus and Lee often travels to the Mediterranean island to spend some quality time with his long-term boyfriend. The couple have been together for around 28 years.
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