HUGE LOSS
Robbie Williams and wife Ayda heartbroken as their TWO dogs die together on same night after 18 years
The pets played a big part in the couple's wedding in 2010
ROBBIE Williams and wife Ayda have been left heartbroken as their TWO dogs die together on same night.
The Angels pop star, 50, shared the sad news with his fans on social media today.
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Robbie told fans that his dogs Poupette & Walle died together in their sleep.
TV star Ayda, 45, explained that Poupette had been with her for nearly two decades and said she was her "soulmate".
Ayda shared a heartfelt message, writing: "Today, our dogs Poupette & Walle left this planet to start an adventure in an infinite galaxy far, far away.
"They died together in bed, listening to ‘Dancing Queen’, surrounded by tremendous love.
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"For those of you who don’t know about Poupette and Walle, here’s some backstory…
"Poupette’s been with me 18 years. From the day we met, she was my soulmate.
"I was a single girl, and all of a sudden, with Poupette, I was a ‘single mom.
"Everyone that knows me, called Poupette ‘my shadow’…because wherever I’d go, she was right behind me.
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"It’s weird how you can share so much with a being that can’t communicate back in the same language.
"But, that’s the beauty of unconditional love…it needs no words."
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Ayda explained that Robbie took on Poupette as his own dog immediately and fell in love with her "instantly".
"When I met Rob 6 months later, I told him Poupette and I were a package deal," she continued.
"Rob, at the time, had 3 big dogs & I assumed he’d balk at the idea of having to take a tiny, white, fluffy dog on the streets, shouting ‘Poupette’ with a Northern English accent.
"But, Rob immediately fell in love with her and all of a sudden, the big tattooed, popstar… became a small-fluffy-dog kinda guy."
The couple then decided to add an additional pooch to their family - with the introduction of Walle.
"When things got serious a year later, we decided to expand our family and get a dog together," she shared.
"There was no doubt the day we met Walle, this was the boy for us.
"He cuddled us & kissed us and chased us all around.
"From that day forward, on 4th of July, we officially became a blended family."
Their four-legged animals even played a big role in the couple's wedding day, when they tied the knot in 2010.
She added: "Two years later, when Rob ad I decided to tie the knot, we knew exactly who we wanted for our bridal party…our dogs.
"Poupette was, naturally, my maid of honor & Walle was Rob’s best man.
"Through the years, Poupette & Walle have been there for the birth of all 4 children, multiple tours, countries, & all the ups & downs that life has thrown our way the past 14 years since we said, ‘I do’."
Ayda said Poupette and Walle were their last two surviving pets.
She added: "As time has gone on, we have had to say our sad goodbyes to each of those bridesmaids & groomsmen…
"Miraculously, Poupette & Walle have held on.
"Recently, Rob and I renewed our marriage vows.
"There’s a lot of things we’re facing now (more on that another time) and we wanted to celebrate what was good in our lives; family & love.
"Just as 14 years ago… Poupette was my maid of honor & Walle was Rob’s man."
Ayda went on to say that this would be the first time that she would not have her "shadow or little fur bestie to greet her at the door".
The star admitted she'd be taking the next few days to grieve and "cry", adding she "loves them with all her heart".
Her fans were left devastated for their loss.
One wrote: "They are together and have found peace. I will love them for the rest of time. Thank you Poupette and Walle for all the joy you have brought us over the years. I am so very grateful."
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A second posted: "My heart is breaking for you all."
A third commented: "Oh that is so sad, they will be truly missed! Sending you all the biggest hugs!"