Despite the recent turmoil in her family, it is a very special, celebratory week for Christina Hall and her children.
The HGTV star who is currently divorcing her third husband Josh Hall, took time out from the recent turmoil on Tuesday, August 20, to celebrate in honor of her son Brayden, who completed his ninth trip around the sun.
In addition to Brayden, the Christina on the coast The presenter is also mother to a daughter, Taylor, whom she also shares with her ex-husband Tarek El Moussaand son Hudson, four, whom she has with her second husband, Ant Anstead.
When Brayden celebrated his ninth birthday, his bonus mom, Tarek’s wife Heather Rae Youngwith whom he has a son, Tristan, paid tribute to her “bonus son” on Instagram.
The former Sell sunset Star shared a series of photos of Brayden over the years — she and Tarek started dating in 2019, when Brayden was just under four years old — starting with a selfie of them on the beach.
Next, she shared a photo of him looking grown up in a tuxedo with his younger half-brother Tristan, and more sweet selfies with Heather.
“I can’t believe my beautiful bonus son turns 9 today,” she wrote in her caption, before remembering, “When I met you, you were still in diapers and you’ve grown into a strong-willed, lovable, funny boy.”
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She continued, “You make everyone around you laugh. You remind me so much of your daddy and I’m so lucky to be your stepmom,” and concluded, “I love you so much, Bray Bray. Happy birthday, darling.”
Fans were quick to comment on the post, gushing over their loving relationship. One wrote, “The way you love all your kids is so heartwarming,” and others joined in, writing, “So sweet! Hope he has a wonderful birthday!” and, “So sweet!!! I love this and how well you all can co-parent,” as well as, “Ohhhhh. I love these photos.”
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Christina also paid tribute to her son on Instagram, sharing photos of Brayden and the family over the years.
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She wrote: “I can’t believe my sweet boy is already 9! Even when I was pregnant with him, I knew this boy would be my biggest protector and I was not wrong.”
“At 9 years old, he has more courage, wit and humor than most grown men. I love our dates, our laughs and our cuddles more than life. Happy birthday Brayden, we love you.”