Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright welcome first baby as adorable name revealed

and Mark Wright have announced the birth of their first child, a baby girl named Palma Elizabeth Wright. The former actress confirmed the happy news on social media on Wednesday afternoon (March 12). She shared a black and white photograph of her newborn wearing an adorable crocheted dress with a matching hat as Michelle and Mark held hands over her.

The Ten Pound Poms star, 37, also confirmed in the caption that her little girl was born on March 6. She wrote: “Together we have a new love to share… Our little girl Palma Elizabeth Wright. 06.03.25.” Michelle and Mark, who have been married since 2015, announced that they were expecting in December 2024 in a stunning photoshoot in Palma, Majorca, and the city has been their go-to holiday destination for years.

The family has been inundated with congratulatory messages from their friends and loved ones. Joe Wicks commented: “I’m crying over here. I know how much you’ve wanted to be a dad and you’ll be an amazing dad too. This is the most beautiful thing to see. So happy for you both.”

Mark’s brother Josh said: “Made up for you both and incredibly proud. You will be amazing parents to your beautiful little princess who is perfect in every way. Can’t wait for Palma to grow with her cousins who will protect her forever and make memories for a lifetime. Welcome to the the world my little niece. We love you so much.”

Mark’s best friend James ‘Arg’ Argent echoed: “She’s perfect.”

And the official account for wrote: “Congratulations to you both. Love from everyone here at .”

Last month, Michelle revealed that she was looking forward to taking some time off to enjoy her new arrival. She told Grazia: “I’m going to take a good chunk of time off to enjoy being a mum. I’m never normally at home in the summer, I’ve always been away working, so I can’t wait.”

She told the outlet that she will take maternity leave until the end of the year before going to work on a “big new job”.