Christine McGuinness has been supported by ex Paddy as she shared a health update on her dad Johnny.
The model has previously explained that her dad is an addict. She revealed that his heroin addiction stretched back four decades – and that every time she saw him she thought it would be the last.
However, this weekend, she’s shared the joyous news that he is now clean and in recovery – something ex Paddy is also thrilled about.
Christine McGuinness and Paddy delighted: ‘Dad, I’m so proud of you’
The mum of three shared numerous pictures of Johnny to her Instagram grid. They showed him during various stages of his addiction and recovery.
Posting a trigger warning ahead of her post, Christine shared that Johnny is clean after a 40-year addiction.
She said:”For all the times I’ve said what I thought was our last goodbye, today was the best hello.
“My dad is the happiest and healthiest I’ve ever seen him, my dad is off heroin.”
She then added: “I never thought I’d say those words.”
Christine continued: “If you love someone in recovery, never lose hope, it’s never too late. My dad is 62, he’s been an addict for four decades and now he’s a big strong 16st man!
“Dad, I am so proud of you,” she concluded.
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Paddy shows support
Showing support to his ex, Paddy was among the hundreds sending Johnny well wishes. The couple split back in 2022.
The former Top Gear host said: “His belly is everything! Good lad J.”
Christine also posted a picture of her and her dad on her Instagram Stories.
She said: “This is the first time I’ve seen my dad clean off heroin. Never give up, it’s never too late. I am very proud of him. Four decades of drug and alcohol abuse and now he’s happy and healthy.”
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