Ant McPartlin has taken time off work to spend time with his first child, a son named Wilder Patrick McPartlin, that he welcomed with his wife Anne-Marie. The couple received an outpouring of congratulations from friends and fans after Ant announced the news on Instagram with a black and white photo of him cradling his newborn son. The new dad is getting paternity leave up until his return to work for the Britain’s Got Talent semi-finals, and he has made his best friend and co-star Declan Donnelly the baby’s godfather. The unique name Wilder comes from an Old English surname meaning “wild, untamed, uncontrolled” and Patrick is a tribute to Anne-Marie’s late father.
Many of Ant’s showbiz friends, including Alesha Dixon, Holly Willoughby, Cat Deeley, and Amanda Holden, shared their excitement and joy for the new dad and his family. The couple chose the name Wilder Patrick for their son, which offers a meaningful representation of their family. Fans also noticed a never-before-seen tattoo on Ant that features the names Daisy, Amzie, Poppy, and Bumble, with speculations about the meaning behind them. Ant married Anne-Marie in 2021 after his split from ex-wife Lisa Armstrong, who shared a cryptic post on Instagram following his baby’s arrival. The couple was overjoyed about the new addition to their family.
According to UK labor laws, new fathers are entitled to one or two weeks of paid paternity leave when their partner gives birth. Ant is taking full advantage of this opportunity to bond with his son and support his wife during this special time. Anne-Marie gave birth at the London Clinic just before 9am, following which the couple shared the exciting news with the world. Ant and Anne-Marie are looking forward to creating memories as a family and celebrating their new bundle of joy together. Ant’s decision to take time off from work reflects his commitment to being present for his son’s early days.
Having announced the birth of his son, Ant is embracing fatherhood alongside his wife and stepdaughters with warmth and love. The couple’s decision to name their son Wilder Patrick holds significance and reflects their journey towards a new chapter as a family. With the support and well wishes of friends, family, and fans, Ant and Anne-Marie are excited for what the future holds for their growing family. As Ant takes on the role of a new dad, he is savoring the precious moments with his son and creating lasting memories together. The birth of Wilder Patrick McPartlin marks the beginning of a new and joyous chapter in Ant and Anne-Marie’s lives.
