Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright have announced the birth of their baby girl.
The Fool Me Once actor and former TOWIE star took to Instagram to share their happy news, posting a sweet black and white photo of their new addition while revealing her unusual name.
"Together we have a new love to share… Our little girl," read the photo caption, with a white love heart emoji. "Palma Elizabeth Wright 06.03.25."
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The post was flooded with messages of congratulations in the comments section, including two of Michelle's former Coronation Street colleagues.
Brooke Vincent posted three love heart emojis, while Leanne Battersby actor Jane Dawson wrote: "huge congratulations. It’s the best x."
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The Body Coach and fitness star Joe Wicks, a friend of Mark's, also shared a touching message to the new parent, commenting: "Ffs I’m crying over here. I know how much you’ve wanted to be a dad and you’ll be an amazing dad too. This is the most beautiful thing to see. So happy for you both."
Mark and Michelle announced they were expecting a child together in December of last year in a heartfelt, joint Instagram post.
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The couple shared a gorgeous photo of themselves on a beach, with Keegan's baby bump proudly on display.
"2025 is going to be a special one for us…" read the caption, alongside an emoji of a baby and a heart.
Michelle has been busy in the months leading up to the birth, with her seen filming scenes for Brassic's seventh and final season in mid February.
Fans can currently see Michelle on screens in the popular BBC series Ten Pound Poms. The first episode of the anticipated second season aired last week, with episodes also available to stream now on BBC iPlayer.
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