Hits Radio's Fleur East announces she's pregnant
Congratulations to Fleur and her husband!
Last updated 5th Dec 2024
UPDATE: Fleur has now had her baby! Read all about it.
A huge congratulations is in order for our very own Fleur East, as the Hits Radio presenter has announced she's pregnant with her first child!
36-year-old Fleur kicked off the New Year with a huge announcement on social media, telling her followers she was pregnant with her husband, Marcel Badiane-Robin. Sharing the most stunning snap of herself, Fleur told fans: '2024 is gonna be different…👶❤️'. (sic)
Fleur's showbiz friends were quick to comment on the post, with many sharing their excitement about the amazing news.
Leigh-Anne Pinnock wrote: 'Congrats beauty', with Zara McDermott adding: 'Congratulations !😍😍❤️❤️ you’re going to be an amazing mummy'. Fleur's Strictly partner Vito Coppola then wrote: 'Yessssss 🥰😍🎊OMG 🤩🤩🤩 I cannot waaaaaait to be baaaaaack 😁🙌 Congratulations guyssss'. (sic)
Hits Radio presenter and King of the Jungle Sam Thompson then commented: 'Fleur!! Congratulations!' (sic)
Actress Kym Marsh added: 'Ahhh babe!!!! I’m so happy for you! Congrats ❤️', with Alison Hammond adding: 'Congratulations Fleur 😍'. Hits Radio's Gemma Atkinson also commented: 'Beautiful! Congratulations ♥️'. (sic)
Speaking about her pregnancy on air, Fleur said: "There are lots of flowers in my home since the announcement, but I haven’t had a baby shower - and I’m not planning to have one - but I feel like I’ve been showered at the moment!"
Going on to explain that she doesn't know what the baby's gender is, Fleur said: "No, I’m not going to find out, so no gender reveal party over here!" Explaining that she does have a list of names in mind, Fleur added: "I’m still looking so any suggestions are welcome."
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Mrs Hinch, real name Sophie Hinchliffe, announced at the start of November that she's expecting her third child with her husband Jamie. The influencer shared the news on social media, writing: "Heaven was too far to visit, so you sent us a special gift from up above. I have no doubt you sent him to us Dad, to fill our hearts with so much love"🪽ILYD 💙Ronnie and Lennies Baby Brother. Our Baby Boy No.3 🙊 Joining us in 2025. The 3 Musketeers 💙💙💙 Bring on the absolute carnage boys @mrhinchhome 😉'. (sic)
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Joss Stone
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Fleur and her husband, French fashion designer Marcel Badiane-Robin, first started dating back in 2010, with the pair getting married during a stunning ceremony in Morocco in 2019.
To celebrate their four-year wedding anniversary in November, Marcel shared the most beautiful tribute to his wife. He wrote on social media: 'Four years ago I married my best friend.
'Today on our anniversary, I am reminded of how lucky I am to have such an amazing wife who fills my life with laughter, and joy. You are my rock, my confidante, and my better half. Here's to many more years of adventure, growth, and endless love together. Happy anniversary'. (sic)
Congratulations to Fleur and Marcel on their lovely news!
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