Hayley McQueen returns to Sky Sports three weeks after death of father Gordon as fans say ‘you’ve done your dad proud’
HAYLEY McQueen has returned to work following the death of her father Gordon’s death and has revealed how looking after her mum is now her top priority.
The legendary Leeds and Manchester United defender passed away last month aged 70 following a battle with dementia.
His death sparked a huge outpouring of support for his devastated family including from Sir Elton John at a gig in Aberdeen as well as the Tartan Army ahead of Scotland’s clash with Georgia.
But after taking a few weeks off presenting on Sky Sports, Hayley has now returned to a ‘little normality’ with her focus now on taking care of her mum Yvonne.
She has thanked friends, family, fans and colleagues for their support and said presenting live TV again is ‘just what the doctor ordered’.
In a post on social media, Hayley said: “Back to business. Feels very strange being back at work after a very sad few weeks but being around all my colleagues and friends is definitely helping get back to a little normality.
“I don’t suppose life ever feels that normal again and priority is now taking care of our mum but sport, my tv family and friends is just what the doctor ordered.”
Fans took to the comments to show their support with one saying: “You’ve done your dad proud.”
Another wrote: “Your Dad will always be with you. xx.”
A third said: “Sending you so much love Hayley .”
Whilst a fourth commented: “You are an incredible human. Sending loads of love .”
McQueen’s funeral took place last month at St Mary’s Cathedral in Coulby Newham on the outskirts of Middlesbrough.
His family gathered along with a host of football greats to say their final goodbyes.
Mourners included Gordon Strachan, Joe Jordan, Bryan Robson, Gary Pallister and Jeff Stelling.
Manchester United left a bouquet of flowers with the message: “In memory of Gordon. With forever-lasting love and respect for a great player and a great man.”
Hayley, 43, had previously revealed the touching tributes paid to her father have helped comfort her and the rest of the McQueen family.
She wrote: “I don’t think anything can prepare you for the pain of losing a parent no matter how prepared you think you might be, I can’t thank everyone enough for the kind words whether it be on here, Twitter or text since his passing.
“Apologies I haven’t replied to everyone but it’s truly hugely appreciated and has been such a comfort.”
McQueen started his career with St Mirren before spells at Leeds and Manchester United.
He was capped 30 times for Scotland and was chosen for the 1978 World Cup but missed out because of injury.
McQueen later became a pundit before being treated for cancer of the larynx in 2011.
He was diagnosed with dementia in 2021 and his family said he wanted ‘footballers of today’s generation to know there may be risks with persistent heading of the ball’.
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