John Bishop delighted fans this week by sharing a rare family photograph featuring all three of his grown-up sons.
The heartwarming snapshot captured a special occasion as the Bishop clan celebrated the birthday of the youngest son, Dan.
The picture, posted on John's social media, shows the family of five posing outdoors in a picturesque countryside setting, gathered around a picnic bench, with bottles of champagne and glasses of beer.
© Instagram"Nice to have the five together for the youngest sons birthday in a brilliant spot," the doting dad gushed in the caption. "It goes too fast but if we could do that every year I would be happy Happy birthday Dan [heart emoji]."
Fans were quick to comment on the lovely family moment, but many couldn't help but notice the striking resemblance between John and his sons.
© Instagram"Those genes are strong!" remarked one follower, while another added: "One of them is your photocopy! Happy birthday." A third post read: "Gorgeous family. Son in the middle is your absolute double." A fourth person noted: "Wow! Your boys are so like you."
John's family
John and his wife Melanie have three sons: Dan, who has just turned 27, Joe, 31, and Luke. While John often shares snippets of his life and work, photos featuring all three sons together are a rare treat for his followers.
© Getty ImagesBoth John and Melanie live on a sprawling farm in rural Cheshire surrounded by their many pets.
Close bond
The TV star has previously spoken about his bond with his three boys, and revealed the advice he gave them growing up.
"When you grow up, try to be a good man," he told the Mirror. "I don't want them thinking money is more important than people. I hate the idea that ambition needs to be more important than reality."
He added: "You can end up at the top of the tree and be on your own. I don't think that's worth it. They have to ask themselves every day, from when they get up to when they go to bed, did they do harm?
"Have you been rude, have you done something you're not proud of? I tell them we all have days like that, but in the round, if you're going to have more good days than bad, then you're going to be a good man."
