Alesha Dixon confirms birth of second child and reveals adorable name
She welcomed her in August!
Last updated 7th Oct 2019
Britain's Got Talent judge Alesha Dixon has now confirmed the birth of her second child, two months after welcoming her into the world with her husband Azuka Ononye.
Taking to her social media accounts to confirm her lovely news in the most adorable snap, Alesha revealed she gave birth to a baby girl called Anaya Safiya on the 20th August.
She wrote, 'Anaya Safiya 💜 born 20.08.19 💜 7 weeks ago this little angel came into our lives! As I celebrate my birthday today I feel like the luckiest girl on the planet '. sic
Alesha's friends and fans were quick to comment on the adorable photo. Pregnant Lucy Mecklenburgh wrote, 'Congratulations!!! 💖 she’s beautiful!x', with Strictly Come Dancing star Oti Mabuse writing, 'Congratulations babe 😘' .
Alesha's fellow host of The Greatest Dancer, Jordan Banjo, also added, 'Beautiful! Congratulations🙌🏾❤'. sic Fleur East then wrote, 'Aww! Beautiful! Congratulations to you both! ❤️❤️🙌'. sic
This Morning's Ruth Langsford also commented, writing, 'She’s BEAUTIFUL Alesha.... just like her Mumma! Congratulations and Happy Birthday! 🎉🎂🎈👶🏻💕'. sic
Alesha first announced she was expecting her second child back in May, showcasing her bump LIVE during an episode of Britain's Got Talent.
During a musical opening to the show, hosts Ant and Dec confirmed the news even further when they shouted, "Alesha is expecting", before congratulating the judge on her news. Speaking about her pregnancy, Alesha said, "Thank you, it's a lovely place to celebrate it."
David Walliams later joked the baby is his, telling Ant and Dec, "These things happen when you’re on the tour."
The new arrival will be Alesha's second child with her husband Azuka Ononye, the pair welcomed a baby girl called Azura Sienna Ononye back in 2013.
Congraultions to Alesha and Azuka!
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