It’s been a month since The Block stars Dani and Dan Reilly lost their newborn daughter Billie, and the couple is still coming to terms with their devastating loss. In a beautiful tribute, Dani has shared five of her favorite moments with Billie, giving fans a glimpse into their short but precious time together.
A Burst of Joy and Sorrow
Dani took to Instagram to mark the four-week anniversary of Billie’s passing, saying, “Today marks 4 weeks since our Billie girl came into our lives & everything changed. How is it possible to have both a full & broken heart at the same time?!”
She shared a series of photos taken by photographer Ken from Heartfelt, showcasing the special moments they shared as a family.
Cherished Memories
One of Dani’s favorite memories was introducing their dogs to Billie, which she called “Billie’s Day”. She described it as “one of the best days of our lives” and shared photos of the adorable meeting. She also cherished the simple moments, like tracing her fingers over Billie’s nose and face, and waking up at midnight with Billie on her chest.
A Loving Father
Dani gushed about her husband Dan, calling him “the best dad”. She loved watching him care for Billie, from brushing her hair to reading to her.
She said, “My most favourite moments of all, were seeing @danreilly_official with her – the best dad! Watching him brush her hair, putting on her little body balm after bathing, reading to her (& me)… it was all magic.”
A Message of Gratitude
Dani also took the opportunity to thank the doctors and staff at The Royal Women’s Hospital for their support and care. She said, “Again, I have to make special mention to everyone at NICU & @theroyalwomens for making so many special moments possible despite the logistics involved.”
A Legacy of Love
The Block couple, who competed on the show in 2012 and 2013, tied the knot in 2018 and currently host the web series Dan vs Dani on 9Now. Despite their loss, they continue to celebrate Billie’s life and legacy, saying, “Billie, we’ll love & celebrate you for an eternity & you’ll always be the sun ☀️.”