Baz Ashmawy shares heartfelt post as he marks 50th birthday

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Sure Baz, you don’t look a day over 49! TV favourite Baz Ashmawy marked his 50th birthday this week, taking to social media to share his recent celebrations with fans. While he originally had no plans surrounding the occasion, an impromptu, sunshine filled gathering made it a day to remember. Taking to Instagram to share the moment [...]

Sure Baz, you don’t look a day over 49!TV favourite Baz Ashmawy marked his 50th birthday this week, taking to social media to share his recent celebrations with fans.While he originally had no plans surrounding the occasion, an impromptu, sunshine filled gathering made it a day to remember.Baz Ashmawy with his partner Tanja.

Pic: InstagramTaking to Instagram to share the moment with his followers, Baz got emotional as he opened up about the big day.‘Wow I’m 50?!?..



. how did that happen?’ he wrote, admitting he had initially not wanted any fuss, but ended up heading into town with a few close friends.What started as an impromptu get-together quickly turned into a fully fledged party as more friends and family showed up.

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Baz Ashmawy (@bashmawy)‘So I really didn’t want a bash. I made it so clear to everyone. But last minute in the morning, I caved and snuck into town with just a few old pals and was so delighted to be joined over the day by more friends and family who made the effort VERY last minute to join me.

Bunch of Skiving losers. Drinking and celebrating in the sun all day,’ the star joked.Sharing the love, the broadcaster added: ‘It was perfect.

I’ll be honest i’ve had loads of ups and downs but you’ve all been with me through thick and thin and I FECKN LOVE you. I love my family. My Mrs, Mum Sister and all our kids and grandkids.

You’re the best kids. I missed you Amelia but you and all your brothers and sisters, You’ve made me so happy in my life and been so understanding and supportive.‘I love my best mates.

We’ve been friends forever. It’s made growing older great fun. I love being 50.

And to my family and friends who weren’t there don’t fret, I’m sorry it was very last minute . I will see you and it’s going to be a looong month.While he originally had no plans surrounding the occasion, an impromptu, sunshine filled gathering made it a day to remember.

Pic: Fran VealeRounding out the emotional post, he concluded: ‘Get the whiskeys sours and cigars ready. Can’t wait to see you and by the way I couldn’t be happier and its all down to all of you. You’ve made my life fat and full.

Thanks to everyone who’s supported me in my work also and sent me such nice messages. Big Love.’Fans and friends were quick to take to the comments, with many lauding the star on his vulnerable show of affection.

‘You’re the absolute GOAT Baz. Can’t cope with your way with words. Happy Birthday,’ fellow RTE star Doireann Garrihy penned.

‘You’re only a young fella Baz! Welcome to the fabulous 50’s Enjoy the birthday celebrations,’ another shared, while a third added: ‘Ahhh! Happy big birthday Baz! Huge congrats. Glad it was and I suspect will continue to be, a corker.’.