Gaz Beadle Announces Baby Girl with Girlfriend Maia Ellen
Reality television star Gaz Beadle has publicly revealed the gender of his forthcoming child, confirming he and his nursing graduate girlfriend Maia Ellen are expecting a baby girl. The Geordie Shore personality, aged thirty-seven, shared the joyous announcement on his Instagram account this Monday, posting a vibrant clip from their recent baby shower celebration.
Instagram Gender Reveal with Pink Smoke Cannon
The couple's gender reveal was captured in a video where Gaz and Maia, twenty-four, stood before an enormous sign reading 'Baby'. A massive bright pink smoke cannon then erupted, dramatically signalling they are having a daughter. Gaz enthusiastically captioned the footage: 'Baby Beadle is..... OH MYYYY GOOOOOD!!!!! GIRL!!!!! Mini @maiaelx - Girl dad era continues.' He praised the display by @chaselanefireworkdisplays, noting it was impressive despite windy conditions.
This announcement follows Gaz's initial pregnancy revelation in February, when he posted an ultrasound scan video of Maia on Instagram. At that time, the couple appeared ecstatic in their car, holding up sonogram pictures and sharing a kiss. Personalised items, including a neckerchief on their Labrador and toys inscribed with the names of Gaz's existing children, indicated the entire family's excitement about the new addition.
Family Background and Support from Geordie Shore Cast
Gaz Beadle is already a father to two children: seven-year-old Chester and four-year-old Primrose, whom he shares with his ex-wife Emma McVey. The television star married Emma in July 2021, but the couple separated two years later. Gaz has publicly credited Maia Ellen, whom he began dating in 2024, as 'inspirational' for supporting him through that difficult split.
Following the baby gender reveal, several Geordie Shore co-stars extended their congratulations via social media. Pregnant Sophie Kasaei commented: '2026, the year of the Geordie Shore babies, congratulations.' Marnie Simpson posted: 'Omgggg congratulations,' while Sam Gowland added: 'Congrats mate.'
Gaz Beadle's Career and Recent Controversies
The baby news emerges amid Gaz's recent return to Geordie Shore, seven years after he originally left the programme to focus on fatherhood. His comeback has attracted some criticism, with one TikTok user labelling him 'embarrassing' and 'skint' for rejoining the show, which filmed in Portugal with original cast members Sophie Kasaei and Chloe Ferry.
In response, Gaz defended his decision, comparing his television work to football pundits like Thierry Henry and Micah Richards doing media roles. He stated: 'If they wanna pay me to go on holiday with my mates for a few weeks for money, you better believe I'm doing it. More money in the pot.' Speaking to The Sun, he explained his return was carefully considered, ensuring it aligned with his current lifestyle, as he no longer engages in heavy drinking sessions depicted in earlier seasons.
Gaz Beadle rose to fame on the inaugural series of Geordie Shore in 2011, remaining until 2017. His tenure was notably marked by a tumultuous on-off relationship with Charlotte Crosby, complicated by his infidelity and absence during her ectopic pregnancy in 2016. He initially departed the show upon learning Emma McVey was pregnant with their first child.
