‘I feel broken’ Mrs Hinch says an update where she admits to ‘living in deep pain’ following the passing of her dad
MRS Hinch has bravely opened up about her ”deep pain” following the passing of her dad earlier this year.
The star, also known to her fans as Sophie Hinchliffe, lost her dad Alan after he passed away “peacefully” in his sleep on April 25, 2024.
Previously, the mum-of-two, 34, said her father was “never blessed with… fantastic health” and had been hospitalised for several weeks in 2023.
The mum, who’s since taken a little break from social media, has now shared an emotional and a heartbreaking update where she bravely admitted to living in ”deep pain”.
”I’d be lying if I said I was okay… in fact, I feel broken,” the 34-year-old told her 4.8million fans today.
”I feel an extreme mix of emotions and not too much makes sense right now.
”It’s like I’ve entered this new part of my world, where only grief sits, and it feels heavy; something I can’t describe unless you’ve been there.”
The mum-of-two went on: ”For now, I’m really trying to navigate this new life without one of the people I love the most; one of my biggest support systems.
I may not be able to get back to you all right now, but I see you and I am so grateful
Sophie Hinchliffe
”I feel like my Dad taught me everything I know; except how to live without him.”
Sophie also took time to share a heartfelt thanks to all of her fans and everyone who’s been there show support in this difficult time for both her and her loved ones.
”I wanted to come on here and say thank you so much for all the overwhelming amount of love and support.
”I may not be able to get back to you all right now, but I see you and I am so grateful.”
The grieving mum, whose late dad suffered life-long “chest, lung and heart” problems – expressed the struggles of trying to navigate this new life, but was beyond grateful to everyone.
”Thank you for being so patient with me while I try to find my feet again alongside my family, who I am SO incredibly proud of and who I love with my whole heart.
”I’m really hoping to find my feet again one day, my family is my everything. Soph,” she went on the caption.
Where to get support for bereavement
There is lots of help and available if you are experiencing grief after the death of a loved one.
NHS therapy and counselling services – NHS talking therapies services are for people in England aged 18 or over. You can speak to your GP about talking therapies or get in touch with the talking therapies service directly without going to your GP.
At a loss – Find bereavement services and counselling across the UK
Child Bereavement UK – Offers support if you are bereaved after losing a child. Or if you’re a child or young person who is grieving after losing someone.
The Good Grief Trust – a charity run by bereaved people, helping all those experiencing grief in the UK.
Samaritans – if you’re struggling you can call Samaritans any time on 116 123 to talk about anything.
The heart-wrenching post has touched the hearts of thousands who raced to comments to show support in this difficult time.
One person wrote: ”Your silence has been the loudest thinking of you xx.”
Someone else said: ”Take your time beautiful lady and remember your Dad will still be your biggest supporter but just watching from the side lines guiding , loving and supporting ..he saw your dreams come true .”
”The happiness of love turns to sadness when unspent. Grief is love with no place to go,” another wrote.
”Thinking of you. You do find a a way eventually. It is hard and you will still have those shit days. That’s okay!” a fourth added.
When did Sophie Hinchcliffe’s dad, Alan die?
On May 8, 2024, Sophie revealed her beloved dad had passed away “suddenly, yet peacefully.
Her father actually died on April 25, 2024, but his grieving daughter waited until she was ready to share the sad news with her fans.
In April 2023, Sophie revealed how she was taking a break social media after her dad ended up in hospital.
She said at the time: “My dad is in hospital at the moment guys. My dad has never been blessed shall we say with fantastic health – from his chest, his lungs, his heart.
“He’s always struggled you know.”
She heartbreakingly added: “I just want him to be happy.”