Thom Evans shares loved-up pic of Nicole Scherzinger in a bikini to wish her happy birthday… a day late

THOM Evans has shared a picture of him and Nicole Scherzinger loved up on a boat to celebrate her birthday.

However, the X Factor: Celebrity star posted it a day late writing: "Happy Belated Birthday."

Thom Evans has shared a romantic snap alongside Nicole Scherzinger for her birthdayCredit: Instagram

Nicole, who turned 42 earlier this week, first met Thom, 35, when he appeared on X Factor: Celebrity last October.

Their romance has been going from strength to strength ever since and last month Nicole was introduced to his parents, Brian and Sally, in Portugal.

During their stay, the pair spent the day onboard a yacht, with Thom posting a loved-up snap of them together in honour of Nicole's birthday.

The photo shows the pair romantically kissing as Nicole poses in a scarlet bikini.

The rugby star posted the tribute a day lateCredit: Instagram

The two playfully posed as they celebrated Nicole's birthdayCredit: Instagram

The singer shared a selection of snaps to her profile

Nicole looked incredible in a red bikini setCredit: Instagram

Meanwhile, Nicole marked her own birthday with a selection of snaps.

She wrote: "Another year older never felt so good!! Thank you all for the birthday wishes. Your love and gratitude made my heart full. I’m so blessed!"

Fans were quick to gush over the photos, with one writing: "When you two are more beautiful than the sunset and water!"

Another said: "Awe you two look so happy. So glad you enjoyed your birthday."

They first met on X Factor: CelebrityCredit: Refer to Caption

The happy couple began dating last yearCredit: Instagram

Nicole recently met Thom's parents for the first timeCredit: Refer to Caption

The Pussycat Dolls singer previously paid tribute to her former rugby-player boyfriend with a gushing post last week.

Ahead of her birthday, she romantically wrote: "Thank you God for another year around the sun.

"For a new day, fresh breath in my lungs and my heart beating stronger than ever, I’m so grateful. Thank you for your grace and this unexpected gift of time.

"Thank you for the joy and overwhelming love I am able to receive today from family, friends and so many around the world.