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Michelle Keegan, beloved actress known for her roles in Coronation Street and Netflix’s Fool Me Once, has announced she is expecting her first child with husband Mark Wright.
The couple shared their joyous news on Instagram with a heartwarming photo of Keegan cradling her baby bump on a beach, standing opposite Wright, who gained fame on the reality show The Only Way Is Essex. The post was captioned, “2025 is going to be a special one for us,” accompanied by a baby emoji.
The pair’s relationship has been a journey of milestones. They began dating in 2012, got engaged a year later, and tied the knot in May 2015. Among the first to congratulate them was Wright’s brother Josh, who commented, “Over the moon for you both and can’t wait for our boys to meet your little one.” Fellow TOWIE alum James Argent added, “I love you and I’m so happy for you both. You’re going to be amazing parents.”
Wright’s mother also shared her excitement, reposting the couple’s photo with the caption, “My heart is full of excitement. Can’t wait to meet the new bubba.”
Messages of love poured in from other celebrities, including Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison, former Coronation Street actress Georgia May Foote, Emmerdale actor Danny Miller, and The Saturdays singer Rochelle Humes.
Keegan, who began her acting career in 2008 as Tina McIntyre in Coronation Street, has since starred in hit series like Our Girl and Brassic. She is also set to reprise her role as Kate Thorne in the upcoming season of Ten Pound Poms.
Mark Wright, known for his charisma on reality TV, has enjoyed a successful career post-TOWIE, including being a runner-up on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! in 2011 and a finalist on Strictly Come Dancing in 2014.
The couple’s announcement has sparked excitement among fans and fellow celebrities alike, marking a new and thrilling chapter in their lives.
