Dapper Laughs, whose real name is Dan O’Reilly, and his wife Shelley recently welcomed their third child, a baby girl named Sage Bridie Delilah O’Reilly. The couple shared the exciting news on Instagram, with Dapper saying he is a ‘bag of emotions’ as he cradled his newborn daughter. Their family now includes three daughters, Neve, Roux, and Sage. Shelley also posted a sweet family photo and joked about potentially having a fourth child. Fans congratulated the couple on the new addition to their family, complimenting them on the beautiful name chosen for their baby girl.
The couple tied the knot in July 2022, four years after Dapper surprised Shelley with a live on-air proposal following his eviction from the Celebrity Big Brother house. The comedian proposed to Shelley during an interview with Emma Willis, where he got down on one knee and presented her with a make-shift ring. The romantic gesture left Shelley in tears, and viewers were also touched by the emotional moment. Dapper revealed that he had been planning to propose for a while and apologized for the makeshift ring, promising to get her a better one. The comedian explained that he made the last-minute decision to propose and crafted a ring out of paper with Swarovski diamonds stuck to it.
Dapper’s journey in the limelight has not been without controversy, as his career took a hit due to a rape joke he made at a stand-up gig and accusations of misogyny. After facing criticism and calls for his show to be canceled, Dapper Laughs made a somber appearance on Newsnight to announce he was indefinitely retiring the character. However, he later resurrected Dapper Laughs and continued his comedy career. Despite efforts to redeem his image through appearances on shows like Celebrity Big Brother, Dapper still faced backlash for making lewd comments about his female housemates, including a controversial oral sex joke about Ann Widdecombe.
On Loose Women, Dapper Laughs faced tough questions from panelist Nadia Sawalha regarding his past behavior and remarks. He expressed remorse for his previous actions and acknowledged the hurt he caused others. Dapper admitted that the incident that led to his downfall was a turning point for him and emphasized the importance of learning from his mistakes. Despite facing challenges in his career and public perception, Dapper Laughs continues to navigate the entertainment industry while balancing his personal life, including his growing family with wife Shelley. The comedian’s journey from controversial figure to father of three showcases the complexities of redemption and personal growth in the public eye.
Throughout his ups and downs, Dapper has maintained a sense of humor and humility, acknowledging that he still has areas to improve and lessons to learn. As he embraces fatherhood once again with the birth of his daughter Sage, Dapper expresses his love and gratitude for his growing family. The comedian’s evolution from lad culture persona to devoted husband and father highlights the transformative power of personal experiences and the joy that new beginnings bring. Despite his past missteps, Dapper Laughs continues to move forward with humor, resilience, and a commitment to positive change, both in his career and personal life.
