Emma Willis’ fans praise her for ‘breaking gender stereotypes’ as she shares snap of son Ace 

Emma Wills has been praised for ‘breaking gender stereotypes’ by fans as she shared a photo of her son Ace on her Instagram page over the weekend.

The TV presenter, 44, hailed her son Ace, eight, as her biggest style inspiration as she shared a snap of him wearing pink crop top, ripped jeans, and pink Nike trainers.

Emma and her husband Matt, 37, are very private with their family life and keep the faces of their kids Isabelle, 11, Ace, and Trixie, four hidden in any social media posts.

In the image of Ace posted by his mum Emma, his face was masked by a mass of long blonde hair, as the Big Brother host gushed over his fashion choices.

She captioned the image: ‘My little style icon ❤️ (Ace, not Matt ��)’, referencing the fact her husband of 12 years was stood in the background of the photo.

Fans praised the presenter for posting the photo, with one saying: ‘Just shows how far we have to go in breaking down gender stereotypes. Pink is simply a colour. Hair grows. Let kids (or adults) wear whatever they want!’

Another added: ‘So what if this boy has beautiful long blonde hair and wears a pink T-shirt ! Jesus! I bet he smiles a million more time’s a day then you miserable judgey ADULTS commenting on this child! #getalife.’

A third said: ‘Your son is an inspiration. Coming from a mummy of a son who loves pink, Rainbows and his Elsa dress. He is following his own story and not bound by stupid society stereotypes. ❤️❤️❤️.’

A different person said: ‘Omg this could be my little boy! He’s totally alternative… bracelets, ear cuffs, pink, teeny shorts when it’s freezing, pink leopard and hair bands and buns! Makes me beam with pride that he’s so individual & clear on what he likes.’

A few of Emma’s pals also commented on the sweet snap of Ace, including pal Emma Bunton, who wrote: ‘Just gorgeous! We [heart] Ace! X’ 

While Fearne Cotton said: ‘I miss Ace! When is he making me that dress?’

AJ Odudu penned: ‘The level of style we can only aspire to!’

Earlier in the day former Busted singer Matt shared an adorable photograph of his brood while out on a shopping trip.

He shared the snap of Emma with her arms around Trixie and Ace as they strolled through the town centre together.

Emma looked casually chic in a rust-coloured overcoat, which she teamed with a pair of blue skinny jeans and trainers. 

Meanwhile, Isabella and Trixie both sported dresses and denim jackets, while Ace wore a pink hoodie, jeans and carried a unicorn backpack. 

Matt captioned the shot: ‘Out for a stroll and a bit of a shop. Feels so good to be out and doing normal things. I am following behind holding all the bags, obvs. 

Mirroring the comments on Emma’s post, one person wrote: ‘You have a beautiful family, man! Btw Ace looks so cool – proper awesome that you’re letting him rock whatever style he wants to rock! big love!’ 

Matt and Emma tied the knot in 2008 and renewed their vows 10 years later in 2018.

The ceremony was officiated by Stephen Mulhern, after he got specially ordained for the day, while guests were invited to wear their wedding dresses.