BBC Breakfast presenter Emma Vardy is embracing a thrilling new chapter, both on and off screen, as she prepares to welcome her second child while anchoring the popular morning show from Manchester.
A Transatlantic Career and Growing Family
Emma Vardy has become a trusted face for BBC Breakfast viewers, but her journey to the famous red sofa has spanned continents. Before joining the flagship programme, she served as the BBC News Northern Ireland correspondent for three years. Her career then took a sun-drenched turn when she relocated to become the BBC's LA Correspondent in Hollywood, a role she held for two years before returning to England in 2025.
Now based in Manchester, Emma has spearheaded the show's festive and New Year coverage. Away from the studio lights, she shares her personal life with over 13,000 Instagram followers, offering glimpses into her world with husband Aaron Adams and their young son.
Love, Marriage, and Motherhood
Emma's personal life blossomed alongside her career. She and Aaron Adams got engaged in 2021 and celebrated their wedding the following year at the picturesque Lissanoure Castle in Ballymena, Northern Ireland. The presenter described the day as "utterly magical" in a heartfelt social media post.
The couple's joy expanded with the arrival of their first child. In August 2023, they welcomed their son, Jago Fionn, whom Emma proudly called her "best breaking news ever." Shortly after his birth, the family embarked on their Californian adventure for her LA correspondent post.
Exciting News for 2026
In a delightful announcement in October 2025, Emma shared that she and Aaron are expecting their second baby. "We're welcoming a new addition!" she wrote, expressing her thrill that little Jago would become a big brother.
As the new year dawned, Emma reflected on this transition, posting in January 2026 about the "bittersweet feeling" that the previous year was the last with Jago as their only child. She noted the family's remarkable journey, having lived in Belfast, LA, and now Manchester in just a few short years.
When not presenting, Emma is known for her active lifestyle, frequently sharing her passion for running and surfing with her online followers. BBC Breakfast airs daily at 6am on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
