Holly Willoughby thanked Sandra for raising her husband Dan Baldwin (Picture: Getty/Instagram)
Holly Willoughby has shared her grief after revealing her mother-in-law Sandra had died.
The This Morning star, 42, penned an emotional tribute on Instagram for her husband Dan Baldwin’s mother following her death.
She wrote: ‘Sleep well Sandra… Nonna, Mother, Sister, friend… To know her was to know strength itself… Raising four children after losing her husband, she then lost a son and more recently her sister…
‘Thank you for your guidance, advice and bottomless Prosecco. Thank you for raising the incredible man I’m married to… I see your strength everyday in our children… Be at peace…Love you ❤️.’
The Dancing On Ice presenter was showered with support by famous faces, loved ones and her 8.3m followers, with Vanessa Feltz writing: ‘I am so terribly sorry to hear of Sandra’s passing.
‘I had such a memorable conversation with her. She exuded wisdom kindness and warmth. Sending love to you Dan and the whole family.’
Kate Thornton penned: ‘Beautiful words for a truly beautiful and remarkable woman. I’m so sorry she’s no longer with you. Sending my heartfelt condolences x.’
Holly’s This Morning colleague Craig Doyle shared: ‘I am so sorry for your loss Holly. Condolences to Dan and all the family. 💚.’
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‘To know her was to know strength itself,’ she said.