Reality TV legend Amy Childs has shared the sad news that her mother has suffered a heart attack. Amy, best known for her time on The Only Way is Essex,

The mum-of-four apologised to friends she hadn't replied to over the weekend as she revealed the scary incident took place on Friday night. Amy went on to share that her "incredibly strong" mum Julie is on the mend in hospital now and is being cared for.

Taking to her Instagram Stories this morning, Amy shared a snap of mum Julie with two of her children and told fans: "We had very worrying news last Friday. My mum had a heart attack Friday evening, I've been having loads of messages from close friends (sorry I haven't got back to some of you)."

Amy continued by saying her mum, Julie, is set to have a stent fitted this week and commended her for being incredibly strong during this tough time.

She then told her 1.1million followers: "Mum is doing ok, she is going to hopefully be having a stent put in this week! She is so bloody strong but she needs rest.

"I've been all over the place this week but mum is in the best heart hospital where she is being looked after so well. Love you mum @mrsjuliechilds." Hopefully your be home soon to celebrate your 60th. Love you more then anything mum xxx."