TV star Ant McPartlin has recently welcomed his first child with wife Anne-Marie, sharing their joy with fans through a black and white photo. The couple named their son Wilder Patrick McPartlin, with Wilder meaning “wild, untamed, uncontrolled,” and Patrick meaning “nobleman.” Ant made a touching gesture to his best friend Declan Donnelly by making him his child’s godfather.
The news of Ant’s baby was met with an outpouring of love and well wishes from friends and fans alike. Celebrities such as Alesha Dixon, Joel Dommett, and Amanda Holden expressed their excitement and congratulations to the new parents. Ant and Anne-Marie’s choice of naming their child also drew attention to Ant’s never-before-seen tattoo featuring names of Daisy, Amzie, Poppy, and Bumble, representing his stepdaughters and dog.
Ant and Anne-Marie, who tied the knot in 2021, have kept a relatively low profile during Anne-Marie’s pregnancy. Ant’s previous marriage with Lisa Armstrong ended just before he began his relationship with Anne-Marie. In a 2013 interview, Ant had expressed his desire to become a father, indicating that he and Lisa wanted to have children together. Lisa shared a cryptic post on Instagram following the birth of Ant’s child, celebrating inner strength and humility.
The details surrounding Ant’s journey to fatherhood, along with the touching gesture towards his best friend, have captivated fans and well-wishers. The couple’s joyous news has brought praise and happiness from the entertainment industry and the public. Ant has always been open about his desire to start a family, and now, with the arrival of their son, he and Anne-Marie are stepping into parenthood with love and excitement. The heartfelt announcement and the meaningful names chosen for their child have created a moment of celebration and joy for the couple and those around them.
