Kate Ferdinand shares a rare photo of her eldest stepson Lorenz as she celebrates his 18th birthday By Laura Parkin For Mailonline Published: 06:30 EDT, 25 July 2024 | Updated: 06:34 EDT, 25 July 2024 e-mail 5 View comments Kate Ferdinand shared a rare photo of her eldest stepson Lorenz as she celebrated his 18th birthday on Wednesday. The former TOWIE star, 33, who threw him a lavish party last month , wrote a sweet tribute that she uploaded her Instagram Story. Sharing a photo of them at the bash, Kate said Lorenz was now 'towering over her' compared to a throwback snap of them together.
She wrote: 'Happy 18th birthday to our eldest. I am forever proud of you and so grateful I have you in my life. 'Keep shining.
Love you always xxx.' Kate Ferdinand shared a rare photo of her eldest stepson Lorenz as she celebrated his 18th birthday on Wednesday The former TOWIE star, 33, who threw him a lavish party last month, wrote a sweet tribute that she uploaded her Instagram Story Rio also shared a montage of photos and added: 'What a young man this one is growing up to be. We couldn't be prouder.
Love you Renz.' Kate and Rio - who tied the knot in September 2019 - share son Cree, three, and daughter Shae, who celebrated her first birthday this month. While Kate is step-mum to Rio's children Lorenz, 18, Tate, 15, and Tia, from his first wife Rebecca Ellison, who tragically passed away in 2015 after a short battle with breast cancer.
Last month, Rio and Kate shared an insight into his son Lorenz's lavish 18th birthday party on Instagram. The former England footballer and ex TOWIE star looked happier than ever as they hit the dance floor during the boozy bash. Lorenz was treated to personalised cocktails during the evening as he celebrated with friends and family.
Guests were seen posing with the birthday boy against a personalised backdrop for a photographer. Kate looked incredible for the special occasion in a strapless white top which boasted white bows down the front. Rio also shared a montage of photos and added: 'What a young man this one is growing up to be.
We couldn't be prouder. Love you Renz' Last month, Rio and Kate shared an insight into his son Lorenz's lavish 18th birthday party on Instagram Kate looked incredible for the special occasion in a strapless white top which boasted white bows down the front. Rio cut a dapper figure in an all black outfit as he was seen in another clip dancing around the venue solo.
Kate couldn't contain her smile as she danced with son Cree who rocked a pair of red ear defenders. The venue, which was lined in black with glittering lights and disco balls, featured a huge light up 18 and a DJ and checkered dance floor. Bartenders were also seen showing off their personalised T-shirts which read Lorenz turns 18 across the front.
The party comes after Kate showed off her strong bond with stepson Lorenz as she commended him on his achievements. Lorenz is following in his footballer father Rio's footsteps and closed off his season with Brighton FC under 18s with an awards night. Kate went along to see the teenager, who signed as the Seagull's U18s goalkeeper in 2022, scoop a gong, before he moves back into the family home over summer.
The former TOWIE star looked effortlessly stylish in a black figure-hugging top, a satin skirt and Prada heels. She wrote: 'And just that the season is over. Such a proud moment watching you get your award last night.
It's been a joy to watch you grow and I feel so lucky to be on this journey with you. 'I love you so much and we are all so happy to have you home for the summer before the hard work continues.' Guests were seen posing with the birthday boy against a personalised backdrop for a photographer Kate couldn't contain her smile as she danced with son Cree who rocked a pair of red ear defenders Lorenz was treated to personalised cocktails during the evening as he celebrated with friends and family Last month, Rio's eldest son signed with New Era Global Sports Management, joining his dad and uncle Anton at the agency.
He signed with Brighton as their Under-18s goalkeeper in 2022 and has made 18 appearances for the Seagulls' junior squad this term. New Era's current Premier League clients include Everton defenders Ben Godfrey and Michael Keane as well as Jacob Murphy. In addition to current stars, the agency also represents the interests of Ferdinand, Mick McCarthy, Harry Redknapp and Robbie Savage.
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