Strictly Come Dancing star drops baby news in surprise announcement
Olympic gymnast and former Strictly star Louis Smith has announced he is set to become a father for the second time and he shared a sweet snap of his baby scan on social media.
Strictly Come Dancing champion Louis Smith is set to become a father again, as he joyfully announced his partner's second pregnancy with an adorable baby scan photo on Instagram.
The Olympic hero shared the heartwarming news with his 120,000 followers, captioning the image: "It's so nice we had to do it twice," showcasing the much-anticipated sibling for their daughter Marley Valentina, who was born in 2021.
Smith's fans and celebrity pals were quick to flood the comments with messages of congratulations. One fan gushed: "Amazing news, huge congratulations to you and @charliebruce1990," while another chimed in with: "Congratulations mate to you and your family on this new addition."
Pop sensation Aston Merrygold from JLS commented: "Unbelievable my guy! Congratulations to you all."
Reality TV star Amber Davies from Love Island joined in, exclaiming: "Omg congratulations" accompanied by a flurry of heart emojis. Ex-Strictly pro Ian Whaite also expressed his joy: "Aahhhhhhh congratulations."
A delighted fan remarked: "This is lovely news! Congratulations to you all."
Another echoed the sentiment: "Oh wow congratulations to you and @charliebruce1990. Hope you're both well!"
Louis didn't stop there; he also reposted partner Charlie Bruce's own announcement on his Instagram Stories, teasing: "Looks like we are running it back for round two. Surpriseeee."
Charlie herself shared her excitement with a post that read: "The best birthday present I could ask for. Due 5.12.24."
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She also gave a glimpse into her sweet celebration with a snapshot of a box brimming with treats like cookies and chocolates, topped off with the baby scan and delicate flowers.
She shared a heartwarming video of the couple revealing their pregnancy news to family during her birthday celebrations at home.
Louis, who clinched the Strictly Come Dancing title with professional partner Flavia Cacace in 2012, announced his first-time fatherhood in early 2021.
The star took to Instagram to share: "What a 3 days it's been. From Thursday night to Sunday morning. You women are incredible and the mother of my child is no exception. So glad both ladies are doing well and healthy. Marley Valentina Smith welcome."
His girlfriend also posted a picture of the trio together, writing: "Welcome to the world Marley Valentina Smith. Born at 2.30am on the 14th of February and weighs a healthy 7lb 5oz". Louis and Charlie have been an item since 2017 and have been smitten with each other ever since.
