ARTHUR Gourounlian has paid a sweet tribute to husband Brian Dowling following a major milestone.
The Dancing with the Stars judge and his The Six O’Clock Show host husband have been married since 2015 and are proud parents to Blake, two, and 11-month-old Blu.
Brian is celebrating his 47th birthday today, surrounded by loved ones, and Arthur made sure to add an extra sprinkle of love with a heartfelt message.
Taking to Instagram, the celebrity dancer penned: “Dear Dada @bprdowling. Happy 47th Birthday! You are the heart of our home, the calm in our chaos (well, most of the time!), and the laughter in our everyday lives.
“Today, we celebrate YOU—your strength, endless kindness, and love that never requires anything in return. You have built a beautiful life around us.”
Arthur shared that this year’s birthday felt extra special, as it marked little Blu’s very first time celebrating alongside them since her birth last June.
The doting husband gushed: “Here’s to 47 years of living fully, loving deeply, and laughing loudly. We look forward to many more years with you by our side, cheering you on always.”
The TV star finished off his lovely tribute by saying: “We love you so, so much, more than words can express. Have the BEST day. Now, let’s eat that cake, it would be rude not to!”
Arthur shared a heartwarming series of photos showing him, Brian, Blake, and Blu gathered around their kitchen table, surrounded by birthday balloons and a stunning cake.
Brian beamed at the camera while cradling Blake and Blu on his lap as Arthur grinned proudly holding up colourful decorations in the background.
Fans and close pals all rushed to the comment section to wish the star a happy birthday.
RTE 2FM host, Laura Fox wrote: “Happy Birthday BDG, my 70s queen.”
Former Xpose host Glenda Gilson said: “Happy Birthday Brian!”
Beauty mogul Pippa O’Connor added: “Happy happy birthday. Roll on the 50th. Where to!!”
Bella gushed: “Happy birthday Brian your one in a million, have the best day.”
While Deirdre commented: “Looks like YOUR day is getting off to a great start. Happy Birthday Brian.”
Recently, Brian stepped away from his 98FM radio show and looked thrilled to have more time to dedicate to his family.
However, the star has admitted he’s been “more exhausted than ever” since leaving.
BUSY BRIAN
The 46-year-old took to Instagram to share a series of selfies whilst he did his skin care routine.
The Big Brother star donned two cold eye patches and had his hair brushed back out of his face.
The TV star penned in his caption: “I am midweek through my first week off radio & I’m MORE EXHAUSTED than ever. It’s taking a bit of an adjustment.”
Although he was feeling the sleep effects, Brian confessed that one thing was pushing him through.
He said: “Being able to walk Blake to and from school fills my heart. The chats we have after school are adorable.”
The popular presenter also revealed that his almost one-year-old, Blu was “teething badly”.
Brian added: “I’ve been up with her from 1am most nights this week. @gourounlian and I are taking turns, but when I’m awake, I’m AWAKE!!”
