Helen Skelton has left fans in tears after sharing an emotional update to mark the end of the Strictly Come Dancing tour.
The former Blue Peter presenter and her co-stars finished their last show in Glasgow on Sunday, February 12. Helen and her dance partner Kai Widdrington were crowned the overall winners of the live tour and were pictured proudly showing off the glitterball trophy.
Helen narrowly missed out on winning the latest series of the popular BBC dance competition with dance partner Gorka Márquez. The 39-year-old mum said she enjoyed being part of the Strictly family and was "grateful" as she shared snaps from the tour.
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Writing on her Instagram profile alongside a video, Helen said: "Grateful for the memories." She later added a series of pictures which she captioned with: "Oh what fun we had…. over and out."
Fans were left saddened that Helen's Strictly journey had come to an end. Many praised the Countryfile presenter for her time on the show and thanked her for "five weeks of complete joy".
Fan account helensgorka said: "Literally sat on my train home in absolute tears because of how much I’ll miss you and the show, thank you for some of my happiest memories, you’ve given me five weeks of complete joy. Supporting you on this tour has truly been everything, thank you for being an incredible woman and an amazing dancer.
"I can’t express my love for you or how grateful I am for all you do. Go smash the last show (I’m there in spirit). Love you forever."
stevie.l.atkins commented: "What a journey @helenskelton …. thank you for the memories you’ve given me and my family along the way… and WELL DONE YOU for believing in yourself because Helen, you are incredible and deserve all the recognition.
"There is nobody on this planet who deserves to travel and be supported as much as you! Keep that smile on your face my friend xxxx You’re the best xxxx Love you." iaingray46 wrote: "What a dancing journey it’s been a true testament to your inner strength and talent."
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