Emmerdale actress Georgia Jay has joyfully announced she is now a mother, after secretly welcoming her first child earlier in the year. The star, best known for playing Steph Miligan on the long-running ITV soap, shared the happy news with fans in a heartfelt New Year's Day post, finally revealing the arrival she had kept out of the public eye.
A Secret Arrival Revealed
Georgia Jay chose to keep the birth of her baby completely private, with no public announcement made at the time. The actress first revealed she was expecting back in June 2025, sharing her pregnancy news with excited followers. In a touching turn, she has now confirmed that her baby was actually born in the same month she announced the pregnancy, meaning she has been enjoying motherhood in private for several months.
The first official confirmation came only on 1st January 2026, through a sweet social media update. This carefully timed revelation allowed the new mum to celebrate the milestone with her fans at the start of the new year, while having cherished the initial period with her newborn away from the spotlight.
From Steph Miligan to Motherhood
On screen, Georgia Jay portrays the character of Steph Miligan, bringing drama to the fictional Yorkshire village. Off screen, her life has now been transformed by the arrival of her first child, whose sweet name she also shared in her announcement. The actress has managed to balance her filming commitments on one of Britain's most popular television programmes with the personal journey of pregnancy and new motherhood.
Fans and fellow cast members have been quick to send their congratulations to the star, flooding her social media with messages of love and support for her growing family.
Celebrating in Private
Jay's decision to keep her baby's arrival private for an extended period reflects a growing trend among celebrities seeking to protect their family's privacy. By waiting until the new year to make the announcement, she has been able to navigate the early challenges of parenthood without public scrutiny, before choosing to share her joy on her own terms.
The news adds to a series of real-life baby announcements from the Emmerdale cast in recent years, highlighting a new generation of stars embracing parenthood while continuing their work on the iconic show. As Georgia Jay settles into her new role as a mother, fans will undoubtedly be eager to see when she returns to our screens as Steph Miligan.
