Love Island star Paige Thorne has announced the birth of her first child with boyfriend Drew Wedlake, sharing photos of their newborn son with fans on social media.
The 29-year-old reality star shared the news on Instagram on Wednesday, revealing that she and Wedlake have welcomed a baby boy named Fateley Hayes Wedlake.
Alongside photos of the newborn, Thorne wrote: “Fateley Hayes Wedlake, we never knew a love like this existed.”
Fans congratulate the couple
The announcement prompted an outpouring of congratulatory messages from fans and Thorne’s celebrity friends.
Fellow Love Island stars were among those to celebrate the couple’s new arrival.
Andrew Le Page congratulated the couple, while Dami Hope wrote: “YAAAAAY what a beautiful baby boy.”
Olivia Hawkins also sent her congratulations, describing the newborn as “so precious” in her message to Thorne.
The couple’s announcement quickly attracted attention from Thorne’s followers, who shared their well wishes in the comments.
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Paige Thorne and Drew Wedlake’s relationship
Thorne and Wedlake went public with their relationship in July last year.
The reality star previously revealed that she had moved to Bristol after the couple had been together for just three months, highlighting how quickly their relationship had developed.
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The birth announcement comes after Thorne had previously opened up about her pregnancy and the symptoms she experienced while expecting her first child.
The former Love Island contestant rose to fame after appearing on the ITV2 dating show and has continued to maintain a strong social media presence since leaving the programme.
Thorne is now beginning a new chapter with Wedlake as the couple settle into life as parents to their newborn son.
