Gorka Marquez is known for his confidence on the dance floor, but even the Strictly favourite couldn’t hold back his emotions after receiving an unexpected Father’s Day message from his six-year-old daughter Mia.
The touching moment unfolded on the latest episode of his podcast with fiancée Gemma Atkinson, where what began as a normal conversation quickly turned into an unforgettable family moment.
Without warning, Gemma revealed she had a special surprise prepared for Gorka.
The heartfelt message came from their daughter Mia, who had recorded a list of the five things she loves most about her dad.
As the recording played, listeners heard Mia lovingly describe Gorka as an “amazing dad,” praising him for being super, helpful and always teaching her new things.
In true six-year-old fashion, she also included one hilarious observation that immediately made her parents laugh — reminding everyone that Gorka is apparently famous for his “very smelly trumps.”
The sweet message became even more emotional when Mia spoke on behalf of her younger brother Thiago, insisting he agreed with everything she had said about their dad.
As the recording ended, Gorka visibly struggled to contain his emotions.
Fighting back tears, he turned to Gemma and joked: “That’s not fair. You should have played that at the end, not now!”
The candid reaction instantly melted hearts among listeners, many of whom praised the touching father-daughter bond.
Gorka and Gemma have been together since meeting on Strictly Come Dancing in 2017 and have since become one of television’s most popular couples.
Together they share daughter Mia and son Thiago, often giving fans a glimpse into family life through their podcast and social media updates.
The emotional moment comes after the couple recently found themselves at the centre of online discussion when viewers began analysing Gemma’s body language during podcast recordings.
Some social media users speculated that her habit of sitting with folded arms suggested tension between the pair.
However, Gemma quickly laughed off the claims, explaining that her posture was simply the most comfortable position while sitting on the studio sofa.
She joked that people had somehow turned a relaxed seating position into evidence that she didn’t like her own fiancé.
Gorka also poked fun at the situation, suggesting they should invest in new chairs now that their podcast has become such a success.
The pair’s playful banter has become a key reason why fans continue to connect with them, but moments like Mia’s Father’s Day message reveal a more emotional side of the family that audiences rarely get to see.
For Gorka, who spends much of the year travelling and performing, the surprise served as a powerful reminder of what matters most.
And judging by the reaction online, listeners were just as moved as he was.
In a world full of celebrity headlines and social media drama, it was a simple message from a six-year-old daughter that ended up stealing the spotlight.
Sometimes, the most unforgettable moments are also the most heartfelt.
