Kym Marsh flooded with support after tough six-word family update

Kym Marsh's moving tribute to son Archie and dad David as she endures first Christmas without her father has left fans in tears. The ITV Coronation Street star has paid tribute to late dad David, who tragically died earlier this year, as well as her late son Archie. Former Hear'Say singer Kym, who is a previous BBC Strictly Come Dancing contestant, shared a moving video with her fans showing her family releasing a helium balloon into the sky at Christmas.

It contained the words ‘Merry Christmas to Archie and Dad.’ In January, David died at the age of 78 following a long battle with prostate cancer. The Marsh family confirmed news of his death last week with a statement to PA which read: "It is with immense sadness that we confirm the passing of David Marsh.



READ MORE UK set for -10C snow measuring 'one foot deep' with exact start date announced "A much-loved husband, dad, grandad, great-grandad and friend to many, David passed away peacefully at home yesterday surrounded by his family. We are truly heartbroken and ask for privacy at this incredibly difficult time." The Coronation Street fan-favourite took to Instagram to issue another message of her own about the loss of her father.

Paying tribute to her father, the 47-year-old shared a heartwarming snap of the pair alongside the caption: "For the first time in my life...

.I have no words. "I love you dad.

Always and forever. Rest easy Pops. Goodnight godbless.

" Morning Live presenter Helen Skelton took to the comments as she penned: "Sending love to you and the family." Ex-Corrie star Faye Brookes replied: "Sending you and your family all the love beautiful lady." Hollyoaks star Jamie Lomas echoed: "RIP Dave.

Sending you all lots of love." And This Morning regulars The Speakmans added: "Such a lovely man. We’re so incredibly sorry for your loss.

Lots of love xxx." Charlie Condou also showed his support with a message that read: "Oh Kym, I’m so so sorry. "He was a truly wonderful man and the most fantastic Dad.

You were blessed to have him. I’m sending you so much love darling xxx.".