Happy Women's Day

As part of Manchester City's International Women's Day celebrations, Kalvin Phillips reflects on the key female figures who have shaped him into the person ...

In a candid and heartfelt interview, the midfielder looks back on the influence his grandmother - who sadly passed away in 2021 - and his mother had on those formative years. Growing up in a single parent household alongside his two sisters and brother, Phillips' mother worked two jobs to provide for her children. While the City midfielder looks back fondly on his childhood growing up in Leeds, he was acutely aware of the sacrifices his mother and grandmother both made to ensure his early years were as happy as possible.

The famous couple took to social media on Wednesday morning as they joined the slew of celebrities celebrating International Women's Day - including Amanda ...

My daughters, you give me so much hope for the future. 'I admire them all so much and over the years stood in awe of their achievements! Lifting up her fellow women in the inspirational post, Amanda wrote: 'It takes a village doesn’t it? Thank you for choosing me to be your Mama. May we know them, may we raise them. Hand in hand we stand strong -we can achieve anything we can change anything. The advice, care and support as well as the endless laughs are something I can’t live without. I feel very lucky and grateful to be surrounded by these incredibly defiant , fabulous women ! #internationalwomen'sday,' wrote the star. Amanda Holden also shared her gratitude for all the women in her life while celebrating the day - posting a video montage of pictures. Girl mum: Amanda Holden also shared her gratitude for all the women in her life while celebrating the day - posting a video montage of pictures which included daughters Lexi and Hollie The former footballer, 47, used the opportunity to share a collection of snaps while paying sweet tribute to all the women in his life for the global holiday.