Read on to find out the special meaning behind their baby name

MICHELLE Keegan has given birth to a baby girl with husband Mark Wright.

Friends say Fool Me Once actress Michelle, 37, gave birth last week with Heart FM DJ Mark, 38, by her side.

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Mark and Michelle share the first photo of their baby girl

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Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan are parents after nine years of marriageCredit: Maria Hibbs

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Mark spoke of his excitement in the build up to the birthCredit: Alamy

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Michelle was seen showing a glimpse of her baby bump in a recent social media snap with her dogCredit: Instagram
The actress revealed she was expecting her first baby with Towie favourite Mark back in December.

The Sun then confirmed the TV favourite was “weeks” from giving birth.

Michelle and Mark – who have been married for nine years – have now shared their happy pregnancy news on Instagram.

They posted a black and white photo of their baby swaddled in a crochet blanket.

They shared: “Together we have a new love to share. Our little girl.

“Palma Elizabeth Wright, 06.03.25.”

The couple were flooded with messages congratulating them, with pop star Una Healy writing: “Congratulations!” alongside red hearts.

Mark’s best pal James Argent said: “She’s perfect” alongside a red heart and singer Jessie Ware penned: “Congrats xxxxx”

Body Coach star Joe Wicks said: “FFS 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 shared an emotional message, writing: “Made up for you both and incredibly proud

“You will be amazing parents to your beautiful princess who is perfect in every way.

“Can’t wait for Palma to grown with her cousins who will protect her forever and make memories for a lifetime. Welcome to the world my little niece, we love you so much.”

And a message from Mark’s workplace, Heart Radio said: “Sending so much love! Welcome Palma!!”

SPECIAL MEANING

Michelle and Mark picked the unique name Palma for their love of the Spanish island of Majorca.

Mark renovated a luxury apartment in Magaluf, not far from Palma in 2023 and they use it as their holiday bolthole, a place to escape to when they want to get away from normal life.

The modern flat is done up in neutral colours with lush furnishings to match, and in a similar style to their £3.5m mansion in Essex.

Their newborn baby’s middle name also has a particularly poignant meaning for Michelle.

The Netflix star picked the name Elizabeth after finding a connection to her great great grandmother while filming her episode of ancestry show Who Do You Think You Are.

Michelle was overcome with emotion when she discovered her great-great-grandma was a suffragette.

Holding back the tears in the show, filmed in 2018, she said: “I’ve always been proud of my heritage and my family.

“From my grandma to my mum I’ve always been around strong women and looking at my ancestors and bloodline I understand why that is.”

The birth of her first child comes just three months after the couple announced they were expecting a baby.

They announced the news alongside a photoshoot showing a pregnant Michelle on the beach in Majorca

She was glowing dressed in a chic white outfit with an off-the-shoulder jumper and matching skirt.

They captioned the post: “2025 is going to be a special one for us…”

Michelle and Mark’s friends then inundated them with messages after their Instagram post went live.

Shortly after, they shared their stunning staircase transformation as they prepared for the tot’s arrival.

Meanwhile, Michelle has been candid in letting slip her pregnancy cravings.

WORKING MUM

Michelle was working in the run-up to giving birth, and revealed how her Brassic character Erin would hide her baby bump in bulky clothing.

The screen star – who is filming the seventh and final series of the Sky series – denied her loveable character will be pregnant on-screen and told Grazia magazine: “No, I’m just wearing lots of big jumpers and coats.”

Mark Wright’s career timeline

Since rising to fame over a decade ago as a reality TV star, popular personality Mark Wright has gone on to enjoy a successful career.

The Only Way is Essex (2010-2011, regular): Mark was an original Towie cast member from its October 2010 launch and spanning series 1-3. He left the programme in 2011 but has returned for a handful of cameos.
I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here (2011): After leaving Towie, Mark signed up for the famed ITV jungle. He finished in second place behind McFly star Dougie Poynter.
Heart (2012-2017; 2019 – present): Mark first joined radio station Heart in 2012, leaving five years later to pursue work in the United States. He made a return to the station in July 2019.
Strictly Come Dancing (2014): The star took to the Strictly ballroom in 2014, finishing fourth behind Caroline Flack, Simon Webbe and Frankie Bridge.
The Dengineers (2015-2017): Mark was a co-presenter of the children’s programme for its first two series. After his departure, later hosts have included Joe Swash and Meryl Fernandes.
Extra (2017-2020): Mark was an entertainment reporter for this US outlet for three years.
The Bachelor UK (2019): A revived UK iteration of the popular American dating show. Mark’s version of the programme aired on Channel 5.
The Challenge UK (2023): Another UK rendition of an American format, this aired on Channel 5 in February 2023.
Clean It, Fix It (2024 – present): Mark has joined the popular BBC daytime show from its fourth series onwards.

Michelle was spotted on-set giving a glimpse of her baby bump in a huge green overcoat.

The expectant mum was also seen grinning with her co-stars as she pulled on a cosy pink puffa jacket for a group snapshot.

Michelle also covered up when she reunited on set with ex Corrie star Catherine Tyldesley.

Previously, we reported how filming for Michelle’s series in Cheshire caused havoc for fellow TV star Molly-Mae Hague.

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Michelle has been covering up her baby bump while on the Brassic setCredit: instagram/michkeegan

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The screen star told of her ‘self care’ January as she prepared to give birthCredit: Instagram

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Michelle kept snug in knitwear during her winter pregnancyCredit: Danny Lowe