Brassic star and former Coronation Street actress Michelle Keegan has announced the arrival of her first child with husband Mark Wright, sharing an adorable first photo of their newborn.
Michelle Keegan has welcomed her first child with husband Mark Wright.
The Brassic actress, 37, became a mum on March 6, when she gave birth to their baby daughter, Palma Elizabeth. She shared an adorable first photo of their newborn, a black-and-white image of the couple holding hands with their little one.
Fans and celebrity friends of the couple were thrilled and quickly took to the comments to congratulate them on their exciting baby news. TOWIE star James Argent exclaimed: “She’s perfect [heart emoji],” while Joe Wicks added: “Ffs I’m crying over here.”
“I know how much you’ve wanted to be a dad, and you’ll be an incredible one. This is such a beautiful moment to witness. So happy for you both.”
JLS star Marvin Humes commented: “Massive news! Congrats, guys… so thrilled for you [heart emoji].” Emmerdale star Charley Webb shared: “Dreamiest of names [yellow heart emoji].”
Mark’s sister-in-law Hollie said: “Josh and Dusty can’t wait to meet their new cousin [heart emojis].” Mark’s sister Natalya wrote: “So, so happy for you both. The best news ever.”
His brother Josh shared: “Over the moon for you both and can’t wait for our boys to meet your little one.” Former partner Sam Faiers wrote: “[Heart emoji] Huge congratulations x.”
One fan commented: “Oh, what wonderful news!!! Congratulations to you both, darling!” Another fan posted: “Awwww, congratulations!”
Michelle and Mark, both 38, have been married since 2015 and revealed their pregnancy in December 2024. They shared the news with a romantic photo of the couple standing on a sandy beach, which also showcased Michelle’s baby bump for the first time.
“2025 is going to be a special one for us…” they wrote, along with a baby emoji and a white heart. Michelle kept fans updated on her pregnancy journey through social media posts.
Talking about her pregnancy cravings, she told Grazia: “I’m usually a savory person, but now I’m craving sugary things. I’ll eat a chocolate bar while walking around the supermarket and just give them the wrapper at the checkout.”
Michelle shared that she’s excited to take some time off to focus on motherhood. She told MailOnline: “I’m going to take a good chunk of time off to enjoy being a mum. I’m never usually at home in the summer, I’ve always been away working, so I can’t wait.”
Michelle and Mark reside in their Essex mansion, which they purchased in 2019 and have since renovated. The couple keeps fans updated on their home through their joint renovation account, @wrightyhome.
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