Sir Rod Stewart, 80, issues touching tribute to wife Penny Lancaster amid family loss
Sir Rod Stewart has delivered a sweet birthday message to his wife Penny Lancaster, 54, days after the pair’s beloved dog bubbles died.
The 80-year-old rocker also recently celebrated performing his 200th show in Las Vegas.
“Happy birthday my dear wife. You have no idea how much I love and adore you,” Stewart wrote on an Instagram post.
Alongside the sweet message were two pictures of the pair stepping out in characterful animal print, accompanied by the Maggie May hitmaker’s track She Makes Me Happy.
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Lancaster reposted her husband’s tribute along with the message: “Thank you darling.”
Other joined Stewart in well wishes for the English model.
Musician Jools Holland, a pal of the rock legend, wrote: “Happy birthday xxx”
Other fans took the chance to share their messages for Lancaster and Stewart, with scores sharing similar simple messages.
“So great to see two people in love and loving life,” another wrote.
“Happy birthday to Penny.. you spoil her Mr. Stewart,” a second added.
The happy day comes at a difficult time for Lancaster after the recent death of her beloved dog, Bubbles.
Updating her Instagram followers on Thursday, March 13, Lancaster wrote: “Our fur baby Bubbles.
“I still think you left too soon but I’m thankful for your time. Heaven’s lucky to have you and so was I.”
The text, accompanied by a white heart, was written over a view from an airplane window – featuring a blue sky and fluffy white clouds.
Earlier this month, Lancaster informed fans of the grim health news she had received for Bubbles.
“My fur babies, my gifts from up above, my angles on earth, you warm my heart and lift my spirits,” she began.
“Bubbles our curly one has been diagnosed with cancer and although his recent surgery was successful, sadly it’s spread.”
Delving into the support Bubbles is receiving, Lancaster went on: “Our Lilly from @battersea keeps him company and never leaves his side and the two of them never leave my side.
“Companions for live, for as long as that life will be and I feel blessed for every moment I spend with them.”
Elsewhere, Stewart put on a brave face to celebrate the 200th show of his Las Vegas residency.
“Wow! My 200th Las Vegas residency show at @colosseumatcp — absolutely incredible! What a ride it’s been,” he wrote in an Instagram post.
The Forever Young hitmaker shared a series of pics from the event along with the celebratory post.