Monty Don sends fans wild with ‘tender’ photograph as he celebrates his birthday
MONTY Don sent his fans into a frenzy with a ‘tender’ photograph as he celebrated his birthday.
The Gardener’s World broadcaster turned 68-years-old over the weekend and he took to social media to celebrate the milestone.
He posted a sweet snap onto Instagram where the broadcaster donned a casual blue shirt as he looked into the eyes of his Golden Retriever Nellie.
Monty‘s canine companion smiled as she put her paws onto the lap of the TV personality in an adorable display of affection.
The BBC Two star captioned the photo: “Nellie singing happy birthday to me on Saturday.”
And his loyal fans quickly swarmed the comments section as they were whipped into a frenzy over the sweet snap.
One fan wrote: “Such a beautiful & tender photograph. .”
A second admitted: “We’re gonna name our new puppy after you Monty!”
“Hope you had a very happy birthday! Thanks for all the gardening joy you have shared with us!!, gushed a third.
Meanwhile, another user commented: “I love the way she has her paw on you, my little dog does that too when she wants your undivided attention.”
As a fourth penned: “Oh Nellie, you’re such a clever girl. I would love to hear you sing. I can’t sing to Monty but I can send my wishes for belated birthday.”
Whilst another exclaimed: “Absolutely stunning photo of you both Monty. You should get it enlarged and framed.”
And a sixth added: “Monty you are a national treasurer happy birthday.”