Helen Skelton’s rugby player ex Richie Myler welcomes baby with new partner – 11 months after split

HELEN Skelton’s rugby player ex Richie Myler has become a father again with his new girlfriend Stephanie Thirkill.

The rugby player’s coach Rohan Smith confirmed the Leeds Rhinos star had welcomed a baby into the world with Stephanie – 11 months after his split from Strictly star Helen.

Richie Myler and Stephanie Thirkill have welcomed their first together

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Richie Myler and Stephanie Thirkill have welcomed their first togetherCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
Richie was married to Helen and they share three kids - but they split last year

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Richie was married to Helen and they share three kids – but they split last yearCredit: Getty
Helen shared a sweet snap of her and her kids on Mother's Day

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Helen shared a sweet snap of her and her kids on Mother’s DayCredit: helenskelton/Instagram

The Rhinos boss said: “Richie has spent a bunch of time in hospital with the birth of his new little baby, so we’ve given him a little time off to settle in at home.”

Richie left Helen, 39, for Stephanie last year and the Countryfile presenter announced their marriage was over in April 2022.

They tied the knot in 2012 and share three kids together.

They announced their split just four months after Helen had given birth to their third child.

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“Very sad to say that Richie and I are no longer a couple,” Helen wrote on Instagram.

“He has left the family home. We will be doing our best to co-parent our small children.”

The Sun later revealed in October that her ex-hubby was expecting his fourt child with his new girlfriend after ending the marriage.

A pal said: “They’re thrilled by the pregnancy.” 

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