Paddy McGuinness shares snap from the sofa in the camper

Paddy McGuinness shares snap from the sofa in the camper van after splitting from his wife Christine

Paddy McGuinness shared a photo from a camper van to his Instagram Story on Saturday after recently splitting from his wife Christine.

The 49-year-old presenter wore black sweatpants and white leather trainers as he propped his feet up on a sofa from the vehicle, which was not being driven.

He hasn’t revealed if he’s living in the mobile home amid his marital troubles or if he’s staying there while filming Top Gear.

New home?  Paddy McGuinness shared a photo from a camper van to his Instagram Story on Saturday after recently splitting from his wife Christine

New home? Paddy McGuinness shared a photo from a camper van to his Instagram Story on Saturday after recently splitting from his wife Christine

It follows reports that Paddy missed his children’s birthday to film Celebrity Bake Off while splitting from his wife Christine, 34, after 11 years of marriage.

The TV personality traveled to Essex from his home in Cheshire to appear on the show, leaving his former spouse to host twins Leo and Penelope’s 9th birthday party.

A source told The Sun: He missed the twins’ birthday but Christine made sure they had a day they would never forget.

The children enjoyed a party in their back garden along with a group of friends.

Oh dear: he hasn't revealed if he's living in the mobile home amid his marital woes or if he's staying there while he films Top Gear (pictured with Christine)

Oh dear: he hasn’t revealed if he’s living in the mobile home amid his marital woes or if he’s staying there while he films Top Gear (pictured with Christine)

They went on to tell the publication that Paddy, who also shares six-year-old daughter Felicity with his wife, has kept his personal issues a secret from his colleagues on the show.

“He and Christine had already broken up and lived separate lives, but nobody on set was the wiser.

“Paddy was still his usual happy self despite what was going on in his personal life.”

Web contacted Paddy’s representative for comment at the time.

Sad: It follows reports that Paddy missed his children's birthday to film Celebrity Bake Off amid his split from wife Christine after 11 years of marriage (pictured together in 2020)

Sad: It follows reports that Paddy missed his children’s birthday to film Celebrity Bake Off amid his split from wife Christine after 11 years of marriage (pictured together in 2020)

Christine and her children were diagnosed with autism and in December last year the BBC aired a documentary about the McGuinness clan called Our Family and Autism, Paddy and Christine.

During the show, the couple spoke to autistic children about their experiences and consulted with development experts about their brood.

They also dispelled the dangerous myths surrounding autism and vaccine links with leading scientists before the show followed Christine on her own journey to discover she too is autistic.

In it together: Christine and her children were diagnosed with autism and in December last year the BBC aired a documentary featuring the McGuinness clan called Our Family and Autism, Paddy and Christine

In it together: Christine and her children were diagnosed with autism and in December last year the BBC aired a documentary featuring the McGuinness clan called Our Family and Autism, Paddy and Christine

The couple were spotted wearing their wedding rings after their split last week.

While Christine traded hers for her right hand, Paddy chose to continue to wear his on the left, traditionally, over a heart tattoo he had in happier times as a symbol of devotion to Christine.

Christine previously said of his romantic artwork: “My lovely husband Paddy McGuinness lost his wedding ring…again…on our family vacation about two months ago.

Honest: Christine and her children were diagnosed with autism and in December last year the BBC aired a documentary featuring the McGuinness clan called Our Family and Autism, Paddy and Christine (pictured on the show)

Honest: Christine and her children were diagnosed with autism and in December last year the BBC aired a documentary featuring the McGuinness clan called Our Family and Autism, Paddy and Christine (pictured on the show)

“He still hasn’t replaced it, but today he’s forgiven for wearing a t-shirt with my picture on it. #Over12Years #StillStrong #HeHasItTattooedEyway!’

It comes after Paddy revealed he was forced to abandon plans he had to celebrate his own birthday with his children.

The shirtless presenter took to Instagram on Friday and admitted it in a bizarre shower video of himself amid droughts in the UK.

still on?  It comes after the couple were both spotted wearing their wedding rings after their split last week

still on? It comes after the couple were both spotted wearing their wedding rings after their split last week

Left hand: While Christine swapped hers for her right hand, Paddy chose to continue wearing his on the left, traditionally, over a heart tattoo he had as a symbol of devotion to Christine in happier times

Left hand: While Christine swapped hers for her right hand, Paddy chose to continue wearing his on the left, traditionally, over a heart tattoo he had as a symbol of devotion to Christine in happier times

Paddy then covered his dry body in shower gel without turning the water on and began revealing the healthy family plans he had for his birthday celebrations.

“Tell you what, this sun is beautiful. Yes it’s hot but I’m enjoying it. It’s my birthday this weekend, August 14th.

“I thought I’d take the kids to the garden, fill up the paddling pool and smack the barbie, but apparently it’s all out the window now.

The couple reportedly split after Christine allegedly found Instagram messages between her husband and a BBC presenter.

Paddy, who made his name on dating show Take Me Out, is said to have exchanged a series of messages with another woman in March, just before he and Christine decided to live separate lives.

Although there’s no indication the news went beyond friendship, informed sources said Christine was upset after finding her on his phone.

Family: The former have vowed to continue amicably raising their three children together

Family: The former have vowed to continue amicably raising their three children together

A friend said: “Paddy has been texting the woman for some time. They were direct messages and were quite friendly. It’s unclear how they met, but they followed each other for a while.

“There were various issues between him and Christine, but this was definitely one of the driving forces that made them reconsider their future as a married couple.

Speaking to The Sun on Sunday this month, Christine hinted at some serious strains in the marriage, adding: “I don’t want to get into too much detail but I’ll just say I didn’t cause this situation.

“It’s to be expected when you’ve been together for so long. Everyone grows and changes, and we’ve grown as a family, which is amazing. Those family ties will always be there no matter what.

“But I was a teenager when I met him and I’m a 34-year-old woman now, so I suppose what I might have put up with in the past, I probably wouldn’t put up with now – and the same for him.”

Difficult: Christine and Paddy split after she reportedly found Instagram messages from the Top Gear presenter to a BBC presenter (pictured together in 2019)

Difficult: Christine and Paddy split after she reportedly found Instagram messages from the Top Gear presenter to a BBC presenter (pictured together in 2019)