Gemma Atkinson shares sweet birthday tribute to 'independent' daughter after birthday party

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Gemma Atkinson has shared a special birthday message to her daughter as she marks her third birthday. The former Hollyoaks and Emmerdale actress took to Instagram on Monday (July 4) to share an adorable montage video of her little girl as she turns another year older.

It starts by showing Mia, who has a rather traumatic arrival at The Royal Bolton Hospital in 2019, during her birthday party which Gemma and fiance Gorka Marquez hosted at their Greater Manchester home on Sunday (July 3). It showed the birthday girl stood in a purple dress adorned with white hearts and a pair of long white socks.

The youngster smiled for the camera before doing a classic peace sign which has been noted by her doting parents on various occasion as they share glimpses of their family life with their millions of social media followers.

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The video, set to Pink track 'F**kin' Perfect', then proceeds to include various clips and photos from her three years in the world so far with her mum and dad by her side - and Gemma's two beloved dogs Norman and Ollie.

Writing alongside the post, Gemma, from Bury, said: "3 Today!! Our kind, caring, funny, sassy, independent little lady… Keep being you Mia! Keep trying new things, keep asking your questions, and no matter what, your Mums right behind you." She then turned to her husband-to-be and said: "@gorka_marquez How lucky we are!"

The Strictly Come Dancing professional was quick to respond, writing: "The best little thing in the world," before the pair's celebrity pals began flooding the post with birthday messages for Mia.

Reigning Strictly champ Giovanni Pernice said: "Happy bday you Angel!" while