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Kirsty McCormack

X Factor star Ray Quinn becomes a dad for second time as fiancé gives birth

Former X Factor star Ray Quinn has welcomed a second child with his fiancé Emily Ashleigh.

The 34-year-old singer took to Instagram on Monday evening to share the happy news with his 100,000 followers.

The sweet black and white image shows Ray and Emily holding up two polaroid photos up together, which shows them cuddling their newborn and also a close up of the baby.

Ray captioned the post: "Summer Reign Quinn 04.09.2022 Indulging in every special moment with Our beautiful, precious little baby GIRL! #newbaby #babygirl #inlove #precious #love #family #passion #baby."

Former soap actor Ray is already dad to a little boy called Harry from his marriage to Emma Stephens, which ended in 2015.

Former X Factor star Ray Quinn has welcomed a second child with his fiancé Emily Ashleigh (Instagram)

Ray and school teacher Emily got engaged in 2020 after meeting one another in a bar back in 2017.

The singer's fans and followers were quick to comment on his baby post, with one person writing: "Amazing news!! Congrats and big love to you all."

Another said: "Aw congratulations, she is gorgeous," while a third person added: "So happy for you both, she’s beautiful."

The couple have named their daughter Summer Reign Quinn (Instagram)

Ray had last posted a snap of him cradling Emily's bump on August 22 as the pair appeared to be enjoying a last minute holiday before their daughter's arrival.

He had captioned the post: "The countdown is on now. Going to miss this perfect bump!! but daddy can’t wait to meet you!"

During a recent appearance on Loose Women, Ray explained why he temporarily moved away from showbiz to become a carpet fitter last year.

Ray appeared on Loose Women recently (Ken McKay/ITV/REX/Shutterstock)

The panelists were moved as Ray revealed he joined his family's business with his brother to help grieve the death of his dad, who passed away in the pandemic. He said: "It affected me the most. My dad was like my best mate.

"I didn't have any gear and had no idea. All he did was shout at me but it was a nice learning curve." Ray credits his dad for passing on his love for swing music and he is set to return to performing this year when he takes the King of Swing tour around the UK.

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