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6 days ago
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Katherine Ryan's daughter not happy about new sibling
Katherine Ryan's teenage daughter is "not very excited" about her mother's pregnancy. The Duchess star - who has Violet, 16, and Fred, four, and two-year-old Fenna with partner Bobby Kootstra is due to give birth to her fourth child later this year but admitted her eldest child doesn't think she should be "having any more kids". Katherine told Britain's Hello! magazine: "Violet is not very excited. She said: 'This is enough kids; what are you doing?' She has had mixed emotions through all my pregnancies. "She was happy about the first one and then with Fenna, she was annoyed at worst, indifferent at best. "But now we've come to an understanding. She understands she will love the baby but she doesn't think we should be having any more kids." Although the 42-year-old comic's pregnancy was a "bit of a surprise", Katherine and Bobby weren't particularly shocked. She said: "We don't use contraception, because we're old and we're financially solvent, and we like having kids. That's been the case for the past six years we've been together." Katherine joked she has a "fat girl summer" ahead of her amid her changing figure. She said: "I am well into my second trimester now, so it will be a fat girl summer for me. The entire hot summer, I will be large and in charge. "It's going to get ugly, but that's fine." Fenna was born at the family's north London home and while Katherine is hoping to have her next baby there too, she admitted Bobby isn't as keen. She said: "Fenna took the longest, but that was my favourite one. Bobby feels he has a bit of PTSD from that, because she was 'sunny side up' and got a bit stuck, but she was never in distress and was born fine." Katherine recently admitted she will be disappointed if she has another son. She told Heart Breakfast: 'I have to say that I can't ever complain post-first trimester. 'I'm quite big, so I think it might be a boy, so I'm feeling dejected about that, because men have just antagonised me all my life, even before they're born. 'I will have it [gender disappointment] this time if it's a boy."
Daily Mail
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Pregnant Katherine Ryan shows off her growing bump in a dazzling turquoise dress as she attends the UK premiere of Freakier Friday with her daughter Violet, 16
Katherine Ryan showcased her growing bump as she attended the UK premiere of Freakier Friday at the Odeon Luxe Leicester Square with her daughter Violet on Thursday. The comedian, 42, who is expecting her fourth child with husband Bobby Kootstra, already has son Fred, four, as well as daughters Violet, 16, and Fenna, two. Arriving at the glitzy event, Katherine looked elegant in a figure-hugging light blue disco ball dress which featured a square neckline and thin straps. She added inches to her frame as she slipped into a pair of silver strappy sandals and toted her belongings around in a satin pink clutch. Meanwhile Violet put on a stylish display in a black gown which featured cut-out side panels and spaghetti straps. To finish her look, the teenager accessorised with gold platform heels as she carried a simple gold clutch. Katherine, who initially announced her pregnancy last month, has been open about her fertility struggles in recent years, revealing in 2024 that she had had three miscarriages in five years. Speaking in November, Katherine admitted she would love to have more kids – but was worried about her age. 'I'm old. I used to think I was going to be the babies' dad because I'm working but actually I'm like their grandmother,' she quipped at the time. 'My back hurts, sometimes I give them treats. I'm like a fun grandma.' The TV star revealed in 2022 that she had kept her second pregnancy a secret because she was scared it would lead to her losing work. She was eight months pregnant when she presented ITV's Ready To Mingle, a fact that she hid from everyone. Katherine and her husband Bobby have been together since 2018, but have known each other since they were children as they grew up together in Canada. Childhood sweethearts, the two parted ways initially before rekindling their romance this side of the Atlantic. The couple revealed in the latest series of the family's reality show that they 'wanted the option of having a fourth [child].' To finish her look, the teenager accessorised with gold platform heels as she carried a simple gold clutch 'It's not that surprising that over 40 women have fewer follicles than we once did,' said Katherine. 'But we talk a lot about male fertility as well, which is on a steep decline. But I would still like a fourth baby. The series saw the couple exploring their marriage through therapy before visiting a fertility clinic. Katherine admitted in the scenes which aired in February that she knew conceiving a fourth child would be challenging thanks to both her and Bobby's age. 'We are so blessed to have the kids that we do have. Having children is not for everyone, but I personally really like making people. I think it's a superpower if you can do it.' She explained at the time how she and her husband had never previously struggled with getting pregnant but had suffered multiple losses. 'We've always gotten pregnant with the babies quite quickly. I've been pregnant five times in five years, but that also means I've had three miscarriages in five years and the likelihood of that increases as you get older,' she explained.
Daily Mail
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Pregnant Katherine Ryan admits she's feeling 'dejected' at the thought of her next baby being a boy as she's been 'antagonised by men' throughout her life and jokes her son is a 'toxic male'
has admitted that she's feeling 'dejected' at the thought of her next baby being a boy. The comedian, 42, who is expecting her fourth child with husband Bobby Kootstra, already has son Fred, four, as well as daughters Violet, 16, and Fenna, two. However, during a recent interview, Katherine spoke of her dread at adding another boy to her brood, recalling how she's been 'antagonised by men' throughout her life. The TV personality also joked that her son Fred is a 'toxic male' as she opened up about facing gender disappointment. Speaking to Jamie Theakston and Zoe Hardman on Heart Breakfast on Monday, Katherine responded candidly when the radio hosts asked how she felt ahead of welcoming her fourth child. She explained: 'I have to say, that I can't ever complain post first trimester, I'm quite big, so I think it might be a boy, so I'm feeling dejected about that, because men have just antagonized me all life, even before their born.' The star went on to confirm the gender order of her children so far, stating: 'Girl, boy, girl', before that she 'never' finds out the sex of her child. 'It's always a surprise and I love that, it's vintage', she explained. The 8 Out Of 10 favourite then went on to confess that she'll no doubt have 'gender disappointment' with her upcoming child if it was a boy as she spoke about her four-year-old son. She told the hosts: 'I will have it this time if it's a boy. You know what it is, my son is a toxic male, he's four years old and he always wants to fight me, I drove him to nursery the other day, he sat behind me and he had a sword held to my throat for a while. 'Like whose giving you weapons. I didn't grow up with brothers, so it's been an adjustment for me. But I love him, he's a very special guy.' Katherine, who initially announce her pregnancy last month, has been open about her fertility struggles in recent years, revealing in 2024 that she had had three miscarriages in five years. Speaking in November, Katherine admitted she would love to have more kids – but was worried about her age. 'I'm old. I used to think I was going to be the babies' dad because I'm working but actually I'm like their grandmother,' she quipped at the time. 'My back hurts, sometimes I give them treats. I'm like a fun grandma.' The TV personality also joked that her son Fred is a 'toxic male' as she opened up about facing gender disappointment The 8 Out Of 10 favourite then went on to confess that she'll no doubt have 'gender disappointment' with her upcoming child if it was a boy as she spoke about her four-year-old son The TV star revealed in 2022 that she had kept her second pregnancy a secret because she was scared it would lead to her losing work. She was eight months pregnant when she presented ITV's Ready To Mingle, a fact that she hid from everyone. Katherine and her husband Bobby have been together since 2018, but have known each other since they were children as they grew up together in Canada. Childhood sweethearts, the two parted ways initially before rekindling their romance this side of the Atlantic. The couple revealed in the latest series of the family's reality show that they 'wanted the option of having a fourth [child].' The series saw the couple exploring their marriage through therapy before visiting a fertility clinic. Katherine admitted in the scenes which aired in February that she knew conceiving a fourth child would be challenging thanks to both her and Bobby's age. 'It's not that surprising that over 40 women have fewer follicles than we once did,' said Katherine. 'But we talk a lot about male fertility as well, which is on a steep decline. But I would still like a fourth baby. 'We are so blessed to have the kids that we do have. Having children is not for everyone, but I personally really like making people. I think it's a superpower if you can do it.' She explained at the time how she and her husband had never previously struggled with getting pregnant but had suffered multiple losses. 'We've always gotten pregnant with the babies quite quickly. I've been pregnant five times in five years, but that also means I've had three miscarriages in five years and the likelihood of that increases as you get older,' she explained.
Daily Mail
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Katherine Ryan shows off her growing baby bump as she joins her partner Bobby Kootstra on day three of Wimbledon
Katherine Ryan showed off her growing baby bump as she joined her partner Bobby Kootstra at day three of Wimbledon. The comedian, 41, who is currently expecting her fourth child, posed alongside Bobby, 42, in the Vodafone Lounge #NationsNetwork on day three of the Championships. Katherine looked radiant as she stepped out in a white chiffon gown adorned with a red and green floral pattern and ruffled capped sleeves. She paired the dress with pink open-toed heels with her nails painted red and accessorised with a delicate pair of hold hoop earrings. The TV personality was also seen carrying a small black handbag full of red roses as she posed for snaps. Katherine was joined at the tennis by Bobby, who looked dapper in a navy linen blazer, white trousers, a button-up shirt and trainers. It comes days after Katherine recreated her adorable prom photo with her childhood sweetheart and husband, Bobby. a sweet Instagram snap shared last week – 25 years after their original prom moment. Katherine, who entered a civil partnership with Bobby in 2019, showcased her blossoming baby bump in a cosy grey loungewear set as the pair posed in front of a lavish purple balloon display. Bobby sweetly cradled her bump while keeping it casual in a light green T-shirt and off-white drawstring shorts. In the throwback image, teenage Katherine looked radiant in a strapless cream prom dress as she held hands with a dapper-looking Bobby, who sported a black suit with a navy shirt and corsage. Bobby captioned the sweet snaps: 'Prom re-creation 25 years later #classof2000 #classof2025 ❤️ @kathbum.' Katherine, who is already mum to Fred, three, daughter Fenna, two, with Bobby, as well as 15-year-old Violet from a previous relationship, announced her pregnancy last month. She has been open about her fertility struggles in recent years, revealing in 2024 that she had had three miscarriages in five years. Speaking in November, Katherine admitted she would love to have more kids – but was worried about her age. 'I'm old. I used to think I was going to be the babies' dad because I'm working but actually I'm like their grandmother,' she quipped at the time. 'My back hurts, sometimes I give them treats. I'm like a fun grandma.' The comedian also revealed in March 2025 that she was battling melanoma for the second time. She made the revelation in her podcast, Telling Everybody Everything, explaining she paid to have a mole removed from her arm and learned it was cancerous. She added that she required more surgery to ensure the entire mass had been removed. The star is gearing up for another busy period of work, embarking on her Battleaxe comedy tour this month. She also hosts multiple podcasts, including her most recent What's My Age Again? - a 'refreshing and humorous take on ageing, wellness, and self-discovery.' The TV star revealed in 2022 that she had kept her second pregnancy a secret because she was scared it would lead to her losing work. She was eight months pregnant when she presented ITV's Ready To Mingle, a fact that she hid from everyone. Katherine and her husband Bobby have been together since 2018, but have known each other since they were children as they grew up together in Canada. Childhood sweethearts, the two parted ways initially before rekindling their romance this side of the Atlantic. The couple revealed in the latest series of the family's reality show that they 'wanted the option of having a fourth [child].'
Daily Mail
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Pregnant Katherine Ryan showcases her bump in grey loungewear as she recreates adorable prom photo with childhood sweetheart Bobby Kootstra
Katherine Ryan has recreated her adorable prom photo with her childhood sweetheart and husband, Bobby Kootstra. The comedian, 41, who is currently expecting her fourth child, posed alongside Bobby, 42, in a sweet Instagram snap shared on Wednesday – 25 years after their original prom moment. Katherine, who entered a civil partnership with Bobby in 2019, showcased her blossoming baby bump in a cosy grey loungewear set as the pair posed in front of a lavish purple balloon display. Bobby sweetly cradled her bump while keeping it casual in a light green T-shirt and off-white drawstring shorts. In the throwback image, teenage Katherine looked radiant in a strapless cream prom dress as she held hands with a dapper-looking Bobby, who sported a black suit with a navy shirt and corsage. Bobby captioned the sweet snaps: 'Prom re-creation 25 years later #classof2000 #classof2025 ❤️ @kathbum.' It comes after Katherine revealed earlier this month that she is expecting her fourth child with husband Bobby Kootstra. Katherine is already mum to Fred, three, daughter Fenna, two, with Bobby, as well as 15-year-old Violet from a previous relationship. She has been open about her fertility struggles in recent years, revealing in 2024 that she had had three miscarriages in five years. Speaking in November, Katherine admitted she would love to have more kids – but was worried about her age. 'I'm old. I used to think I was going to be the babies' dad because I'm working but actually I'm like their grandmother,' she quipped at the time. 'My back hurts, sometimes I give them treats. I'm like a fun grandma.' The comedian also revealed in March 2025 that she was battling melanoma for the second time. She made the revelation in her podcast, Telling Everybody Everything, explaining she paid to have a mole removed from her arm and learned it was cancerous. She added that she required more surgery to ensure the entire mass had been removed. The star is gearing up for another busy period of work, embarking on her Battleaxe comedy tour this month. She also hosts multiple podcasts, including her most recent What's My Age Again? - a 'refreshing and humorous take on ageing, wellness, and self-discovery.' The TV star revealed in 2022 that she had kept her second pregnancy a secret because she was scared it would lead to her losing work. She was eight months pregnant when she presented ITV's Ready To Mingle, a fact that she hid from everyone. Katherine and her husband Bobby have been together since 2018, but have known each other since they were children as they grew up together in Canada. Childhood sweethearts, the two parted ways initially before rekindling their romance this side of the Atlantic. The couple revealed in the latest series of the family's reality show that they 'wanted the option of having a fourth [child].' The series saw the couple exploring their marriage through therapy before visiting a fertility clinic. Katherine admitted in the scenes which aired in February that she knew conceiving a fourth child would be challenging thanks to both her and Bobby's age. 'It's not that surprising that over 40 women have fewer follicles than we once did,' said Katherine. 'But we talk a lot about male fertility as well, which is on a steep decline. But I would still like a fourth baby. 'We are so blessed to have the kids that we do have. Having children is not for everyone, but I personally really like making people. I think it's a superpower if you can do it.' She explained at the time how she and her husband had never previously struggled with getting pregnant but had suffered multiple losses. 'We've always gotten pregnant with the babies quite quickly. I've been pregnant five times in five years, but that also means I've had three miscarriages in five years and the likelihood of that increases as you get older,' she explained. Speaking to OK! last year, she also ruled out surrogacy, explaining: 'I think surrogacy is wonderful. It's beautiful for people who are really eager to offer it and for couples who need it but for me, I think it would be exploitative.' Appearing on the Chris Moyles Show in November, she admitted: 'I'd have so many more if I could. 'If I was a dad, I'd be like Robert De Niro having them. Because you can have kids when you're 80 as a dad. You just have to.'
