Television stars Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright have shared heartwarming glimpses of their first Christmas as a family of three, following the birth of their daughter Palma earlier this year.
A Festive Family Gathering
The couple, who welcomed baby Palma in March, spent the special day at their home with several members of Mark Wright's family. The gathering included his sisters Jess and Natalya, his mother Carole, and his brother Josh.
New photos shared on social media show Michelle sitting beside her husband, holding a champagne flute filled with orange juice, while Mark wrapped his arms around both her and his father, Mark Snr. The images capture a relaxed and joyful family atmosphere.
Palma's Debut in the Christmas Spirit
The star of the show was undoubtedly little Palma, who was dressed for the occasion in a festive red velvet dress adorned with a large bow on the back. In one sweet picture, her aunt Jess Wright cradled her while wearing a white blouse.
Palma also enjoyed time with her cousins, with the children gathered around a brand-new doll house she received as a gift. Jess Wright posted a collection of the family snaps on Instagram, captioning them: "Christmas all wrapped up. I feel beyond lucky to be surrounded by family. Thinking of all those without this year or missing loved ones."
An Early Start to the Festivities at Their Essex Mansion
The festive preparations began early for the couple at their £3.5 million Essex mansion. Back in November, Mark and Michelle revealed they had hired a professional company to decorate their home.
They showcased the impressive results on Instagram, featuring garlands with red baubles and giant bows framing the front entryway. Inside, foliage ran down the staircase bannister, and a huge Christmas tree stood centre stage in the hallway, decorated with gold stars and more red baubles and surrounded by presents.
The couple captioned the video: "It's the most wonderful time of the year, an extra special one for us this time." They purchased the property in 2019 for £1.3 million and spent four years renovating it, finally completing the work in 2023.
While Mark and Michelle have yet to post their own photos from Christmas Day itself, the last family update Michelle shared showed the trio wearing matching pyjamas, a charming snapshot of their new life as parents.
