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Charlotte Hadfield

Strictly Come Dancing's Gemma Atkinson excites fans as she announces pregnancy

Strictly star Gemma Atkinson has announced she's expecting her second child with Gorka Marquez.

The couple, who already share daughter Mia, three, met on Strictly Come Dancing back in 2017, and are now expecting a baby boy together. Fans were full of excitement as Gemma shared the news on her Instagram account along with a black and white photo cradling her baby bump.

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Former Hollyoaks actress Gemma Atkinson said: "Impossible to hide my belly any longer. I’ve officially “popped.”

"Our baby boy will be joining our family later this year. We feel so incredibly blessed and Grateful to be on this journey again. Mia is absolutely thrilled!

"Although we may need to do some negotiating on names, as so far she’s adamant he’s going to be called Barbie."

Fellow Strictly Come Dancing stars and other celebrities were quick to congratulate the couple on the news.

Dianne Buswell said: "So excited for you guys congratulations."

Giovanni Pernice said: "Congratulation! The best family and def the best parents."

Amy Dowden said: "So happy for such a beautiful family."

Stacey Solomon said: "Aw congratulations."

Christine McGuiness said: "Beautiful news! Congratulations."

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