Coleen Rooney, not typically known for sharing emotional messages on social media, broke her usual pattern to celebrate her husband Wayne’s milestone 40th birthday. The former I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here contestant posted a loving message on Instagram alongside a photo of the couple enjoying a cocktail together.
Wayne and Coleen have a long history, having known each other since they were 12 and started dating at 16. They eventually got married in a lavish ceremony in Portofino, Italy, in 2008.
In response to Coleen’s post, friends and family flooded the comments section with congratulatory messages. Celebrities like actress Claire Sweeny, Coronation Street star Alan Halsall, and former Premier League footballer Jamie Carragher extended their well wishes.
To commemorate Wayne’s 40th birthday, the latest episode of his BBC podcast featured guest appearances from boxing champion Tony Bellew, who surprised Wayne with a birthday cake, as well as his former teammates Alex Bruce and Darron Gibson.
Despite the milestone birthday, Wayne opted for a low-key celebration. His agent, Paul Stretford, revealed that Wayne would spend his birthday coaching kids in Dubai, accompanied by Coleen and their children for a half-term getaway.
In a recent interview with the Mirror, Stretford praised Coleen for being a pillar of support for Wayne and the family, emphasizing how she has played a crucial role in keeping Wayne on track. Wayne himself acknowledged the impact of Coleen’s presence in his life, crediting her for helping him through difficult times, including struggles with alcohol.
Wayne candidly admitted that his past issues with alcohol could have spiraled out of control if not for Coleen’s influence and guidance. He acknowledged her pivotal role in keeping him grounded and on the right path throughout their long relationship.
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