Gorka Marquez says 'I can't' as Gemma Atkinson details daughter's change after heartbreaking birthday request

Gorka Marquez was left unable to cope with how sweet - and grown up - his daughter looked after deciding on a change following her fifth birthday. It was an emotional time for the dance and fiancee Gemma Atkinson as they celebrated Mia's special day last Thursday (July 4).

Just days before the youngster's birthday, Gemma confirmed the loss of the family's beloved dog, Norman. She posted a moving video featuring pictures and clips of him from over the years with her and fellow dog Ollie, as well as Gorka, Mia and second child, Thiago.

Alongside the moving post, the Bury-born Hits Radio host wrote: "My beautiful boy Norman has passed away. My heart is broken." Gemma, 39, also shared her sadness at her daughter, Mia, having to suffer the loss as well, especially so close to her birthday.

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The couple later pulled off a great family-filled day for their little girl but as Mia's day came to an end, she seemingly had a debrief with her mum - and her words broke her heart. Gemma said: "Thought I'd got through today cry free but Mia just told me in bed she's had a really good birthday but her best present ever would have been if Norman came home."

But now days on, being another year older has prompted a change for Mia as Gemma took to Instagram to reveal her firstborn wanted to chop her blonde locks. Sharing a snap of her with her new bob, the mum-of-two wrote: "Hair cut and she looks about 7," alongside a crying face and love heart eyes emoji.

Gorka, meanwhile, also shared the snap to his own fans and followers and said: "I can't..."