TV personality Stacey Solomon has shared the sad news that her dog Theo has passed away as she posted a heartfelt tribute to Instagram.

The Loose Women star owned her little Pomeranian-Chihuahua mix dog Theo for 11 years and is clearly heartbroken at the loss. You can read more showbiz news here.

On Instagram, she posted an emotional tribute to Theo with pictures of the dog with her and their children. She said: “Our hearts are broken. Yesterday at home in our arms we had to say good night to our Theo. 11 wonderful years.”

Stacey went on to say that her womb feels “empty” and thanked Theo for his role in her family. She said: “Thanks for everything Theo. For protecting me and the boys when we needed it most. That you love us no matter what.”

The star also thanked Theo for “sticking in” to meet her “little sister, Rose,” when Stacey gave birth to their first baby daughter, Rose, earlier this year.

She also said her sons Rex, Zachary and Leighton will always remember Theo and ended the tribute with: “To the moon and back Theo. Forever. Sleep well, my beautiful little lady.”

Many of Stacey’s celebrity friends expressed their condolences, including fellow Loose Women colleague Ruth Langsford and former pop star Alexandra Burke. Alexandra said, “Awwww, I’m so sorry baby! Send love’ followed by broken heart emojis.

Other stars included Mollie King, former member of girl band The Saturdays, and Candice King, star of the Great British Bakeoff. Stacey also posted videos and another tribute to Theo on her Instagram story where she shared lots of happy memories.

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