The beloved stars of Escape to the Chateau, Dick and Angel Strawbridge, recently shared a touching tribute to their daughter Dorothy on social media to mark her milestone tenth birthday. The doting parents took to Instagram to celebrate their daughter turning double digits by posting a montage of Dorothy’s childhood photos. One of the pictures included in the montage was from Dorothy’s recent birthday party, where she can be seen smiling alongside a large birthday cake.
In a joint caption accompanying the photos, Dick and Angel expressed their sentiments about watching their daughter grow over the past decade. They remarked on how time seemed to have both flown by and moved at a slow pace simultaneously. The couple described Dorothy as determined, funny, creative, and caring, and expressed how her nature filled their hearts with joy. They concluded their message with a loving sign-off, referring to themselves as Dorothy’s “gushy mummy & daddy.”
Fans of the family were quick to join in on the celebration and extend their birthday wishes to Dorothy in the comments section. One fan expressed delight in witnessing Dorothy’s growth over the years and hoped for her continued beauty and intelligence in the future. Another fan fondly described Dorothy as a beautiful, creative, and funny girl, wishing her a happy birthday.
Viewers of Escape to the Chateau have witnessed Dorothy and her older brother Arthur grow up on the reality programme, which aired from 2016 until 2022. The show documented the Strawbridge family’s renovation of their 19th-century chateau, showcasing the challenges and triumphs they faced throughout the process. However, a few months after the series’ conclusion, reports surfaced that Channel 4 had severed ties with Dick and Angel following an investigation into their conduct on the show.
In response to the reports, Dick and Angel appeared on ITV’s Lorraine to address the reasons behind ending the show after six years. Dick explained that the decision to conclude the series had been made prior to the news coming out and that they chose not to engage in further discussions about the matter. Angel emphasized their family’s motto of “never complain and never explain” as a guiding principle in dealing with the situation.
Since the end of Escape to the Chateau, the Strawbridge family has been keeping busy with a variety of projects, including a podcast and a stage tour that recently concluded in New York City. In an exclusive interview with HELLO!, Dick and Angel shared insights into their family life and highlighted their idea of a perfect day with their children. They described engaging in friendly competitions, picnics by the river, and visits to the seaside as some of their favorite activities as a family.
With a career and family life filled with ups and downs, challenges and successes, Dick and Angel Strawbridge continue to navigate the complexities of balancing work and personal life while cherishing the moments spent with their loved ones.