Sir Bruce is struggling to walk but in 'incredible shape mentally' after life-saving op

Sir Bruce Forsyth is struggling to walk after life-saving surgery on two aneurysms, his wife has revealed.

Lady Wilnelia, 59, told how her husband’s energy had been sapped after the operation, but that he is in "incredible shape mentally".

Doctors discovered two abdominal aneurysms when Sir Bruce, 88, underwent extensive medical checks last year after he fell in his Surrey home.

Lady Wilnelia told the Mail on Sunday's You magazine: "The operation took his energy because of his age, there's no question about it.

"Some days are better than others. On the not-so-good days, he tries to rest."

The Puerto Rican 1975 Miss World winner said she found it difficult to think about a future without her husband of 36 years.

She added: "I don't think about it too much. I hope I'll be prepared somehow, but it doesn't feel real. He's the man I fell in love with because his brain is there.

"He has a bit of a problem moving, but we still laugh and talk. I pray, I believe.

“The main thing is that he's doing well. The pain is more emotional; sometimes we cry, but mostly we laugh."

Lady Wilnelia said her husband enjoys spending time with his grandchildren and still has a keen interest in TV, watching the Olympics, The Apprentice, and Question Time.

Sir Bruce left Strictly Come Dancing in April 2014, after nearly 10 years as the presenter of the show.