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The Irish Sun
8 hours ago
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- The Irish Sun
MAFS UK star gives birth to her first child as she reveals adorable name and shares sweet snap
MARRIED At First Sight star Jess Potter has given birth to her first child with fiance TJ O'Reilly. The dental hygienist, 33, who shot to fame on the E4 show in 2022, shared the happy news with her fans on Wednesday. Advertisement 6 MAFS UK star Jess Potter has given birth to her first child Credit: instagram 6 The reality star welcomed a baby girl Credit: instagram 6 Jess and fiance TJ have named their daughter Mia Jane Credit: instagram Jess posted a sweet photo as she held her newborn in her arms while lying in the hospital bed. She also posted an adorable close-up picture of the tot in a white baby grow and with a yellow blanket with the words 'baby O'Reilly'. Another photo showed the new mum looking absolutely smitten as she cradled her little girl. Jess also revealed her daughter's new name - Mia Jane O'Reilly. Advertisement READ MORE ON MAFS Alongside the post, she penned: "After 5 days at hospital, 4 days in early Labour, 12 hours of active labour..a lot of screaming. "I had the birth I've always wanted... Mia Jane OReilly 6lbs 6oz born 4:51am 23rd July. You're perfect in every kind of way." Over the past week, Jess said she opted to have a natural birth over a c-section. The reality star has shared her pregnancy journey with fans having previously had three failed stages of IVF and four heartbreaking losses. Advertisement Most read in News TV Exclusive But in January, Jess and TJ announced they were expecting a baby together. The reveal clip showed an emotional TJ reveal the news to Jess who leaped into his arms as they celebrated. At the time, she wrote: "After almost 3 years, 3 failed IVF cycles, 4 losses, and hundreds of injections… Our journey has been filled with heartache, hope, and resilience. "But today, we're overwhelmed with gratitude to share with you. Our miracle babe arriving July 2025! Advertisement "This little heartbeat is proof that dreams do come true, no matter how long the road may be. "Thank you to everyone who has supported us along the way. For anyone still waiting, we see you, and we're holding space for your story. With love, Jess & Tom. "A special mention to @fertilysis whom without none of this would be real." In October 2023, Jess and TJ got engaged in a Advertisement Jess shot to fame on MAFS the year before. She tied the knot with stripper PJay Finch on the E4 show, but their romance was short-lived. At the time, Jess admitted that she and PJay ended the process as friends because they were simply "incompatible". 6 Jess revealed she spent five days in hospital before welcoming her baby Credit: instagram Advertisement 6 Jess and TJ got engaged in a romantic proposal in Barcelona Credit: instagram 6 Jess Potter tied the knot with Pjay Finch on MAFS Credit: Channel 4
Scottish Sun
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
MAFS UK star gives birth to her first child as she reveals adorable name and shares sweet snap
The reality star has been open about her difficult fertility journey BABY ARRIVAL MAFS UK star gives birth to her first child as she reveals adorable name and shares sweet snap Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MARRIED At First Sight star Jess Potter has given birth to her first child with fiance TJ O'Reilly. The dental hygienist, 33, who shot to fame on the E4 show in 2022, shared the happy news with her fans on Wednesday. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 MAFS UK star Jess Potter has given birth to her first child Credit: instagram 6 The reality star welcomed a baby girl Credit: instagram 6 Jess and fiance TJ have named their daughter Mia Jane Credit: instagram Jess posted a sweet photo as she held her newborn in her arms while lying in the hospital bed. She also posted an adorable close-up picture of the tot in a white baby grow and with a yellow blanket with the words 'baby O'Reilly'. Another photo showed the new mum looking absolutely smitten as she cradled her little girl. Jess also revealed her daughter's new name - Mia Jane O'Reilly. Alongside the post, she penned: "After 5 days at hospital, 4 days in early Labour, 12 hours of active labour..a lot of screaming. "I had the birth I've always wanted... Mia Jane OReilly 6lbs 6oz born 4:51am 23rd July. You're perfect in every kind of way." Over the past week, Jess said she opted to have a natural birth over a c-section. The reality star has shared her pregnancy journey with fans having previously had three failed stages of IVF and four heartbreaking losses. But in January, Jess and TJ announced they were expecting a baby together. The reveal clip showed an emotional TJ reveal the news to Jess who leaped into his arms as they celebrated. At the time, she wrote: "After almost 3 years, 3 failed IVF cycles, 4 losses, and hundreds of injections… Our journey has been filled with heartache, hope, and resilience. "But today, we're overwhelmed with gratitude to share with you. Our miracle babe arriving July 2025! "This little heartbeat is proof that dreams do come true, no matter how long the road may be. "Thank you to everyone who has supported us along the way. For anyone still waiting, we see you, and we're holding space for your story. With love, Jess & Tom. "A special mention to @fertilysis whom without none of this would be real." In October 2023, Jess and TJ got engaged in a romantic proposal in Barcelona. Jess shot to fame on MAFS the year before. She tied the knot with stripper PJay Finch on the E4 show, but their romance was short-lived. At the time, Jess admitted that she and PJay ended the process as friends because they were simply "incompatible". 6 Jess revealed she spent five days in hospital before welcoming her baby Credit: instagram 6 Jess and TJ got engaged in a romantic proposal in Barcelona Credit: instagram
The Sun
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
First MAFS UK 2025 bride revealed as stunning dental practice manager months before new series hits screens
THE first bride of Married At First Sight's 2025 instalment has been revealed - and she's been hailed one of "the most stunning" yet. The Sun is first to report how dental nurse Leisha Lightbody is first to sign up for the E4 series. 6 6 Leisha juggles her role as dental practice manager with marketing and social media roles, often showcasing her lavish getaways and glam lifestyle on Instagram and TikTok. Yet the brunette will soon be switching vacations for vows during Married At First Sight filming, which will see her say I Do to a complete stranger. A source was first to tell us: "Leisha is one of the most stunning brides MAFS UK has ever had, and she's sure to catch the eye of all the grooms on the new series - not just her own. "Leisha is obviously sworn to secrecy about being on the show, which filmed earlier this year, so there are no signs of it on her social media yet. "The cast are set to be announced next month, with the show airing later in the autumn." The Sun has contacted a rep for C4 for comment and a spokesperson said: "We do not comment on speculation. "The MAFS UK cast will be announced in the coming weeks." Earlier this summer, Leisha flashed her figure in a bridal white two-piece on holiday in Ibiza. It followed a Barcelona holiday earlier that month. The bride-to-be, who turned 30 this year, is based in Edinburgh. Married At First Sight star reveals he's found love again eight months after bitter split with ex It remains to be seen who she will be paired with in the explosive reality series - which last year produced no successful partnerships or lasting marriages. SHOW SCANDAL Meanwhile, we reported how the matchmaking show is already facing an early scandal. A show star has alleged they were "sexually assaulted on honeymoon" by their partner during filming. Cops are now probing the claims. Mafs couples that have stood the test of time Loved-up Tayah Victoria and Adam Aveling of series six fame had the first Mafs baby. The pair couldn't keep their hands off each other on the programme and quickly found their feet in the outside world, moving into Adam's Doncaster home. Just 18 months after meeting, the couple welcomed their daughter Beau. Season five couple Michelle Walder and Owen Jenkins also managed to make their marriage work away from the cameras and had their first child in December. Teacher Michelle, 29, has no regrets about taking part in the experiment. She told us: 'I just feel very lucky and thankful that it has worked out - and excited for everything to come.' Michelle and Owen were both sick of dating apps when they applied in 2019. Owen recalled: 'I had been out for some drinks with a friend after work. "While he was out for a cigarette I was scrolling on Instagram waiting for him to come back in. 'The MAFS advert was the last thing I saw, and I joked, 'Wouldn't it be funny if I signed up?' 'A few beers later when I was back at home I sent in the application, and the rest is history.' Another couple to make Mafs UK history is Zoe Clifton and Jenna Robinson. Despite a slight rocky start, where they clashed over Jenna's vegan lifestyle, the show's first same sex pairing are still going strong. They even have a successful podcast together called Life With a Pod. Jenna shed light on being involved in the show earlier this year when she told us: "We're not legally married, and I never felt like we were. I definitely feel the process makes you take the relationship a lot more seriously and having the help of the experts… if you can survive that process it sets a firm foundation for a long-lasting relationship." The 'non-recent' claim was reported on June 14 but we are not revealing the names of those involved, or the police force, for legal reasons. Scenes surrounding the alleged victim have already been aired. It is the latest scandal to hit the Channel 4 show — now in its ninth season — which sees 'relationship experts' match up singletons. The couple first meet at the altar before the honeymoon, after which they live together in a complex in the UK before deciding whether to split up. They are also filmed at dinner parties and a commitment ceremony. Channel 4, which advertises the show as a 'bold, social experiment', initially denied a complaint had been made before coming clean. A source said: 'It's a nightmare scenario for them. 'The show's been criticised for throwing strangers together and sending them on honeymoon for viewers' entertainment. "Now it's alleged someone was assaulted after tying the knot. "It is a disastrous look for bosses.' Police told The Sun: 'We received a report of a non-recent sexual assault on June 14. "Enquiries remain ongoing.' A spokesperson for the show told The Sun: 'We are aware that a report has been made to police about an alleged sexual assault during the filming of a dinner party. 'We take any issues on the show incredibly seriously. 'Producers follow strict welfare protocols as the wellbeing of the cast is always the first priority. 'Support would be offered to anyone who wished to report a matter to the authorities, and naturally we would cooperate with any enquiries or investigations.' 6 6 6
Daily Record
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
MAFS Australia star Jamie Marinos says Dave split was 'real kick in the teeth'
Married at First Sight Australia star Jamie Marinos opened up about her time on the E4 show, and the romance rumours with Eliot Donovan Married at First Sight Australia star Jamie Marinos has divulged more about her time on the show, and where her and Dave are now. The former E4 bride opened up during a chat on Lorraine's ITV breakfast show on Tuesday, July 22. She explained why she felt the breakdown of her and Dave's relationship after their on-screen marriage was a "kick in the teeth" at the time. However, she also explained she's not opposed to reconnecting with him if they had a chance at rekindling a friendship one day. Jamie also lifted the lid on her alleged romance with co-star Eliot Donovan as she chatted to Christine Lampard. The pair sparked romance rumours following filming on the show, as they were snapped out and about together appearing to enjoy a lot of one-on-one time. Revealing why she chose to go on the Australian reality show, Jamie said: "I have always loved MAFS - it's just crazy. It's the one reality television show that I feel Australia does right, which we don't have many of… MAFS was always crazy and so I just thought why not?" She continued: "I mean it surely was better than whatever I was selecting myself. I was like I can't do it, so I am going to let three experts find me a husband and I honestly went in thinking I am going to have it all. I am going to walk out with my man, have my babies - it didn't plan out that way, but that's okay." Opening up about the moment that her relationship with Dave Hand came to its end, Jamie said: "That was a real kick to the teeth. When they say that the carpet's ripped out from under you, that's exactly what it felt like because no one saw it coming. I remember looking around at production, cameramen, cast, and no one could make sense of it. Everyone was so shocked. "He wasn't giving any indication even in his private camera moments, so it came out of nowhere. At that point, I felt that heartbreak and I knew public humiliation was about to come my way too and just overall rejection. I think it was a really tough time for me but then there is a lot of beauty in the lessons you learn and the strength that you acquire." Confirming that she has not been in touch with Dave since the show, Jamie said: "No contact, but I think it's for the best. We both needed to protect our own peace and find our own happiness. I'm not closed off from reconnecting as friends in the future because we did share a really unique experience, but at the moment, no contact." Addressing the relationship rumours with her co-star Eliot Donovan, Jamie told viewers: "Eliot and I, look we definitely fell into a flirtationship. I was very much off the market during airing, I didn't want anyone to know that Dave and I didn't work out because we were such a love story. And then, kind of as soon as I was like, 'I'm free and single', Eliot and I's friendship definitely developed. We kind of explored something a little bit more. It's a bit complicated being in two different states so what we did want to focus on is the friendship because it's a really beautiful friendship."
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Love Island star goes public with his EastEnders actress girlfriend
A former Love Island star has confirmed his romance with an EastEnders actress months after the duo were spotted on the red carpet together A former Love Island star has made their new relationship with an EastEnders actress public as they confirm their pairing. Michael Griffiths, 33, and Rukku Nahar, 29, finally made it Instagram official this week after months of speculation. The duo were spotted on the red carpet together last year but their latest outing has confirmed their status as a couple. Taking to his Instagram Stories, Michael reshared a post where he is giving the actress a peck on the cheek as she smiles. The image is paired with Tems' tune, Love Me JeJe. It came as the pair enjoyed the boxing on Saturday night as Oleksandr Usyk brutally dispatched of Daniel Dubois to remain undisputed heavyweight champion. Michael shared a number of images on his grid of the pair enjoying the occasion at Wembley Stadium. In the first, the former Islander is seen grabbing his partner as she beams. He also uploaded a shot of the pair of them taking their own selfies of each other in their cute coupling. And the final image in his reel showed the duo posing for a picture together as they wrapped their arms around each other's waists. Michael captioned the post: "Her first official fight night. And what a night it was, here's to many more adventures." The followers were quick to react to the official relationship announcement. Among them was former Love Island pal Liam Reardon, who simply put two flame emojis. Fellow islander Josh Denzel also replied with only emojis, typing to clapping hand emojis. And MAFS star Laura Jay Vaughan also said: "I love you both so much." She added a love heart emoji and a character with love hearts for eyes. The duo first appeared to be a couple at last year's UK premiere for The Venom: The Last Dance. At the time, they looked happy together and posed for shots as a pair, but stopped short of confirming their relationship status. At the time, neither Rukku nor Michael had admitted to dating, and they hadn't featured on each other's social media accounts either. However, Michael was spotted leaving flirtatious comments under some of Rukku's Instagram posts in the build-up. While Michael made a name for himself on series five of the ITV2 dating show, Rukku is best known for playing the role of Habiba Ahmed in Walford. Michael was locked in TV drama in his series as he was involved in one of the show's most unforgettable love triangles. At the time he abruptly dumped Amber Gill for Joanna Chimonides. His relationship with Joanna only lasted a few months post-villa before ultimately ending.
