BBC Countryfile star Adam Henson shares bittersweet update after 'sad passing'
Countryfile presenter Adam Henson has shared a bittersweet update in light of his social media followers this evening.
Countryfile: Adam Henson delivers two lambs
Countryfile star Adam Henson has shared the heartbreaking news that one of his horses has died on his Instagram page, but he also had a heartwarming update.
Taking to the social media platform on Sunday afternoon, the BBC star addressed the "sad passing" of his horse Victoria as he told his fans about the birth of a foal.
Adam penned shared a picture of an adorable young colt enjoying grass beside his mother Lexy the chestnut Suffolk Punch.
He captioned the heartwarming image: "After the sad passing of Victoria last week, I’m delighted to share the news that my #SuffolkPunch mare, Lexy, has given birth to a beautiful #colt."
Adam added: "He is doing extremely well and will be staying alongside Lexy with local expert #breeders to allow them to form a strong bond together, before joining us back at @cotswoldfarmpark. #foal #horses #farmlife."
His fans flocked to the comment section following the bittersweet update he'd shared with everyone.
One user wrote: "What an absolute beauty, good to see the Suffolk Punch bloodline continues Adam."
Sue gushed: "Wow he’s a little smasher he’s got some lovely strong legs and a beautiful face."
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A third remarked: "So happy to see this, we were at the farm when we saw the horses being moved and I knew something wasn’t right, but this news is great to see." (sic)
Praising new mother Lexy, someone wrote: "Well done Lexy, hope you and your gorgeous boy are doing well."
Charlotte penned:" Congratulations, he's gorgeous, but so sad to hear about Victoria. Sending love."
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Adam didn't share the foal's name in the post, so his followers will have to wait to find out what the youngster is called.
The news comes after Adam bravely opened up about the impact his wife Charlie's pancreatic cancer diagnosis had on the family. She was diagnosed at 57 years old.
She underwent a life-changing operation and after two years, she cautiously resumed working on a part-time basis and now undergoes scans twice a year.
