Michelle Keegan's Baby Joy: British favourite expecting first child ...

Michelle Keegan has just sent fans into a spin by announcing she’s pregnant with her first child, prompting an outpouring of delight on social media.

The 37-year-old actress, best known for her stints on Coronation Street, Our Girl, and Netflix’s wildly popular Fool Me Once, took to Instagram on Sunday to share a heartwarming photo of herself gently holding her blossoming bump. Standing proudly at her side was husband Mark Wright, also 37, who couldn’t hide his excitement. Their caption, “2025 is going to be a special one for us…✨”, said it all, sparking a torrent of congratulatory messages from friends, family, and devoted followers.

Celebrities flock to congratulate Michelle Keegan after pregnancy announcement

The couple’s announcement brought instant reactions from high-profile pals and relatives. James ‘Arg’ Argent, who found fame with Mark on TOWIE, led the cheering section, calling them “amazing parents in the making”. Fellow stars Rochelle Humes, Kelly Brook, and Vicky Pattison were quick to chime in, while Mark’s siblings shared touching tributes about a much-anticipated new cousin joining the fold. The overwhelming positivity reflects just how well-liked these two are, both in the entertainment world and beyond.

It’s no secret that Mark, who turned from TOWIE regular to Heart Radio host, has been open about wanting children. Already an uncle to his brother Josh’s kids and sister Jess’s son, he’s often spoken of his eagerness to become a dad. As for Michelle, she has famously navigated the highs and lows of media curiosity regarding motherhood, noting in interviews that people should be mindful when quizzing women about starting a family.

Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright’s thriving marriage and career Milestones

The baby news crowns what has already been a significant period in the couple’s life. They finished building their dream home in Essex last year—a project shared with fans on social media—and marked their ninth wedding anniversary in May. Meanwhile, Michelle’s career continues to soar, following her six-year run on Coronation Street with parts in Ten Pound Poms, Brassic, and that global Netflix hit, Fool Me Once. Mark, having left TOWIE in 2011, went on to appear in I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!, Strictly Come Dancing, and even hosted The Challenge: UK.

Now, after years of balancing long workdays and filming schedules on opposite sides of the globe, the popular pair finally get to enjoy this next big chapter together. With their renovated mansion ready to welcome a new arrival, both Michelle and Mark appear more than prepared to step into parenthood and share the warmth of their growing family with fans who have eagerly cheered them on every step of the way.

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