04 March 2023 , 12:46
709
0
Shane Warne's loved ones have paid a hugely emotional tribute to the cricket great as the sporting world fondly remembers the Australian one year on from his death.
Warne tragically passed away on March 4, 2022 from a suspected heart attack at the age of 52 in Thailand, leaving the world of sport in shock.
Warne etched his name in sporting folklore with his iconic leg-spin revolutionising Australian cricket, taking a remarkable 708 Test match wickets - a record only surpassed by Sri Lankan off-spinner Muttiah Muralitharan.
His special achievements in the game have been widely recognised over the past 12 months, with the MCG naming a stand after him and the Australian Men's Test Player of the Year award being changed to his name.
And now his family and the whole cricket world have paid tribute on the first anniversary of his death. His former wide Simone Callahan and their children Brooke, Jackson and Summer posted heart-warming messages on Instagram.
Pakistan-born Australia star "stranded" with visa issues preventing India entry
Jackson uploaded an emotionally-charged video of inspirational movie quotes about making the most of life followed by images of him with his dad. His caption read: "1 year ago today. Miss you mate, love Jacko."
Brooke posted throwback videos and pictures of her with her father down the years too. While sharing a video of the pair, she wrote: "I love you Dad. I will always remember us this way, laughing and happy. 1 year today. Feels like yesterday you were taken but forever since I’ve seen you.
Warne with his two daughters Brooke and Summer, as well as son Jackson (Shane Warne/Instagram)"I miss your big hugs so much and you telling me everything is okay. Life will never be the same without you Dad. I miss you. Forever our shining star."
Summer, the youngest daughter, posted two photos and a home video of her dad alongside some emotional words on Instagram too. "1 year ago, one of the people that I love most in the whole entire world left and went to heaven. My beautiful dad," she wrote.
"I miss you just about every second of every day. I’m still trying to navigate life without you here, trying my best to live in a world without you in it.
"I miss you when I laugh and cry because you were always the one that made my laughter grow, and my tears disappear.
"I miss the memories we will never get to have. I hold you close within my heart, and there you shall remain, until the day that we meet again. I love you. SJ.”
And their mother Callahan also penned an emotional message alongside an old video of him impersonating Elvis Presley. "Remembering Shane always bringing joy and love to our children Brooke, Jackson and Summer. He just wanted to be the best dad. We miss you. Forever in our hearts. I hope you have found comfort and peace."