Amanda Holden shares how Britain’s Got Talent co-host Alesha Dixon has helped her through difficult times after opening up about the tragic stillbirth of her son Theo

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Amanda Holden revealed that her Britain’s Got Talent colleague, Alesha Dixon, supported her during a very tough period following the heartbreaking loss of her son, Theo.

Earlier this year, the presenter spoke openly about the heartbreaking loss of her son, Theo, who was stillborn at seven months in 2011.

Amanda and her husband, Chris Hughes, whom she married in 2008, have two daughters: Alexa, age 20, and Hollie, age 13.

Amanda, age 54, has revealed how her friendship with fellow Britain’s Got Talent judge Alesha, 47, helped her through some very difficult times.

She shared with The Mirror that she experienced a miscarriage while appearing on Britain’s Got Talent (where Alesha and Amanda are judges), which led to a hospital stay. She emphasized the importance of having a supportive woman by her side during difficult times.

No matter how kind someone like Simon is, what you really need is someone who just gets your everyday little needs – whether it’s a craving for chocolate, a headache, or simply needing to use the restroom.

Amanda has been a judge on Britain’s Got Talent since the very beginning in 2007. Alesha joined the judging panel later, in 2012.

Amanda explained that she and her friend have become very close over time, and they especially connected through the shared experience of motherhood.

Amanda said she could always count on her friend in a crisis, explaining, ‘I know she’d be there for me if I needed help with anything.’

Earlier this year, Amanda became emotional while discussing her difficult loss with her friend Alan Carr on their BBC show, Amanda & Alan’s Greek Job.

When talking to Alan, she explained that after losing Theo, she never once wondered why such a terrible thing had happened to her.

I never felt angry with God about what happened. Instead, I found peace in believing He had given me those few months with my child – a chance to experience the joy of watching him live and grow – and then it was simply time for him to return to the universe.

I didn’t see that as a religious experience, but I allowed him to pass away peacefully, trusting in my own understanding rather than believing he went to heaven.

It felt like he hadn’t really left, just returned to something bigger, and remained a part of our family. That’s the only way I could cope with the loss.

I feel incredibly fortunate to have carried him for as long as I did. Even though he was stillborn, he was a perfect baby, and I’ve always considered myself a mother of three – and I always will.

Amanda has shared her story before to support other parents who might be going through a difficult time.

I remember hearing about it like it was yesterday. Amanda was seven months along, so excited about little Theo, and then… during a regular check-up, they found out his heart had just… stopped. It was absolutely devastating. I couldn’t even imagine what she must have been going through. It just broke my heart to hear it.

After their son Theo died, the TV personality and her husband, Chris Hughes, made the difficult choice to deliver their next child by C-section.

As a lifestyle expert, I’ve always believed in cherishing life’s milestones, and it really struck me this year when Amanda shared a heartfelt message. She marked what would have been her son Theo’s thirteenth birthday with a simple, moving post: ‘#Theo’. It’s a beautiful reminder to appreciate every moment and remember those we’ve lost.

In September 2022, Amanda shared that a doctor’s insensitive words – telling her she was ‘going home empty handed’ after her stillbirth – made her feel like a contestant on a game show.

The presenter partnered with Aching Arms, a charity supporting families who have lost babies, and included them in her fundraising efforts for the Three Peaks Challenge.

On her Heart Breakfast show, Amanda discussed her upsetting experience after speaking with Ross Sullivan from the Aching Arms charity. She expressed hope that the charity will help others avoid similar hurtful language.

She shared that she had a past experience that felt very similar to what the other person was going through, and she knew she’d never forget it.

Losing my little Theo at 28 weeks was absolutely heartbreaking. The hospital was incredibly kind and moved me to a quiet room so I could deliver him without the sound of other babies – it was a small thing, but it meant the world to me during such a difficult time.

People don’t often consider those small details. I recall the woman we spoke with afterwards mentioning, ‘I realize you’re leaving without what you came for,’ which really stuck with me.

It felt like being on a game show, realizing the confusing jargon people face when dealing with this issue. I’m glad this charity works to prevent that confusion and help people navigate such a terrible situation – it’s truly awful what they go through.

Amanda also talked about Theo’s loss on her radio program during a Nurses Day segment, stating, ‘I want to express my personal gratitude to all the nurses.’

I often mention this, and I worry about bringing it up too much, but the hospital staff were incredible after we lost our son, Theo, to stillbirth.

‘Jacki Nash got me through so much, Pippa Nightingale and Natalie Carter.’

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2026-04-25 21:04