Janette Manrara has been left heartbroken after her grandfather Miguel died.
The former Strictly Come Dancing favourite broke the sad news to fans this morning via Instagram, saying she had found out over the weekend.
The pregnant star recalled happy memories with her grandad as she shared videos of him with her 525,000 followers.
The presenter was inundated with support from fans as well as her famous co-stars.
Janette said she loved him with “all my heart” and found it “very difficult” being so far from her family in Miami at this time.
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Explaining why she hasn’t been on social media during the bank holiday, the dancer revealed all.
She wrote: “I’ve been quite this weekend because early Saturday morning I found out the sad news of the passing of my grandfather, Miguel Angel Manrara.
“He was a man full of life, hardworking, and always telling jokes and stories. When my parents were at work, he would always take me to singing, acting, dancing, whatever I needed.
“‘It’s because of me she made it!’ he joked and shouted loudly w/ so much joy and pride in his heart whenever he watched me dance.”(sic)
Recalling how he called her “caballa” – which means female horse – Janette said he saw her “perseverance and strength”.
Janette continued: “… It’s because of his sacrifice, and that of my grandmother and parents, that I was able to fly and make dreams comes true. We were extremely close.
“It’s very difficult being away from my family during this time, but I will cherish forever our car journeys, the days at the beach after school, all the jokes and stories, and the love and wisdom he always shared w/ me.”
She added: “I hope that I forever make you proud grandpa. I love you with all my heart… Until we meet again.”
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