Hollyoaks favourite Jessamy Stoddart has shared joyous news just days before Christmas, announcing she is expecting her second child. The actress, best known for playing Liberty Savage in the long-running Channel 4 soap, revealed her pregnancy in a sweet social media post.
Festive Announcement on Instagram
The 32-year-old star took to Instagram on Monday, December 22, to post a picture showcasing her growing baby bump. She confirmed that she and her husband, Ryan O'Gorman, are set to welcome a new addition to their family.
Alongside a tender mirror selfie where she cradled her bump under a black top, Jessamy wrote a heartfelt caption. "So incredibly lucky to be growing a little brother or sister for Joni," she said, referencing her first child.
Sweet Details and Due Date Revealed
Adding to the festive spirit of the reveal, the actress also shared an image of a special Christmas tree decoration. The bauble, which bore the inscription "Baby O'Gorman. Due May 2026," featured a heart-shaped opening that held a precious scan photograph inside.
Jessamy and Ryan tied the knot in 2021 and announced they were expecting their first child in 2022. Their daughter, Joni Drew O'Gorman, was born on January 4, 2023.
Co-Stars and Fans Share Congratulations
Following the announcement, congratulatory messages flooded in from friends, fans, and fellow soap stars. Hollyoaks colleague Nikki Sanderson, who plays Maxine Minniver, exclaimed: "Amazing news! So happy for you all."
Former Coronation Street actress Kimberly Hart-Simpson and musical theatre star Carrie Hope Fletcher also sent their love and best wishes. One amused follower commented on the seeming trend, joking: "Oh lovely. Congratulations hun ....there's something in Hollyoaks water I'm sure."
Jessamy Stoddart first joined the cast of Hollyoaks back in 2010 as Liberty Savage, the half-sister of Sienna Blake and Dodger Savage. She has been central to many major storylines over the years, including plots dealing with post-partum psychosis and complex relationships.
Hollyoaks airs Monday to Wednesday on E4 at 7pm, with first-look episodes available to stream on Channel 4 from 7am.
