ANT McPartlin has shared with the world the arrival of his baby boy – and a long-hidden tattoo with a really special meaning.
To announce the arrival, Ant shared a black and white photo of himself holding the baby in skin-to-skin contact.
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Ant McPartlin showed a sweet tribute to his family in the first picture of his sonCredit: Instagram
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Ant inherited two stepdaughters when he married Anne Marie in 2021. Credit: PA
Down the Britain’s Got Talent presenter’s arm was a sleeve tattoo of a huge oak tree, with names written on the branches.
“Wilder Patrick McPartlin. Born, 14/05/24 at 8.54am,” wrote Ant.
“The baby is beautiful, the mom is a legend, the sisters are overwhelmed. The dad is a mess!”
The tattoo itself is also a massive emblem of a family close to his heart.
At the top of the tree, one of the inscriptions reads “Amzy”, a nickname for his wife Anne-Marie, whom he married in 2021.
Below, two more texts read “Daisy” and “Poppy” in honor of his stepdaughters, Anne-Marie’s girlfriends from her previous marriage.
Finally, below that is “Bumble”, the beloved family dog.
It’s not known when Ant got this tattoo, but he apparently kept it a secret for at least a year, and the size of the ink means it’s completely covered by shirts and t-shirts.
Now he has a new script to add to the branches, thanks to adorable baby Wilder, who is hidden from view in the teaser image as he snuggles into his dad’s chest.
The Sun revealed in February that the couple, who started dating in 2018, would become parents together for the first time.
Ant McPartlin’s joyous journey into fatherhood
A source told us: “This is the news everyone has been wanting. Ant and Anne-Marie are overjoyed.
“It’s no secret that Mrav has always wanted children, but the fact that it might never happen to him was something he unfortunately came to terms with.
“When they found out last year, they were absolutely delighted, but apparently they kept the news under wraps for as long as possible.
“Having a child two years before his 50th birthday, with the love of his life, is the stuff of dreams for Anto.
“He is already a wonderful, caring father to Anne-Marie’s children, and together they will be great parents to this newest addition to the family.”
The incredible career of Ant and Dec
ANT McPartlin and Declan Donnelly met on the set of Byker Grove in 1990.
The two went on to achieve chart success under their character names – including their 1994 No.1 hit Let’s Get Ready To Rhumble.
They haven’t looked back since, continuing to present some of the most popular shows on TV.
Here’s a quick rundown of some of their most popular shows – plus one “dud”.
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The couple keep their children out of the limelight Credit: Dan Charity / The Sun
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In February, it was revealed that the couple were expecting their first child together. Credit: Splash
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