Coronation Street actress Paula Lane has welcomed her third child, expressing how much she had longed for this moment. The Emmerdale star, aged 39, shared heartwarming photos of her newborn son named Patrick, dressed in a cozy blue knitted outfit and a cute bobble hat, alongside her husband and their furry family member.
In a touching Instagram post, Paula captioned a series of images showing her cuddling baby Patrick, wrapped in a soft blanket, saying, “Welcome to the ranch, Patrick. We are all completely and utterly in love. So longed for…thank you for completing us.” Additionally, a snapshot from her Instagram Stories featured her husband, Tom Shaw, cradling their son while holding a whiskey bottle labeled ‘Paddy’ to celebrate their new addition.
Known for her role as Ella Forster in Emmerdale, Paula received an outpouring of well wishes from her celebrity friends upon sharing the exciting news. Co-star Amy Walsh from Emmerdale commented with warm congratulations, while I’m A Celebrity star Lisa Riley expressed immense love and joy for the growing family.
Paula and Tom had announced the pregnancy last summer through an Instagram post, revealing their anticipation for their baby boy due in December 2025. The post, which included a sonogram surrounded by cards addressed to their older children, garnered significant attention and likes from followers.
Already parents to son Arthur and daughter Penny, Paula and Tom chose Alison Goldfrapp’s song Hey Hi Hello to announce their pregnancy news. Fellow Emmerdale cast members, including Michelle Hardwick and Danny Miller, joined in the celebration, sending their heartfelt congratulations to the expanding family.
Paula is widely recognized for her role as Kylie on Coronation Street, where her character’s journey, intertwined with David Platt’s, captivated audiences. Despite a tragic end to Kylie’s story in 2016, Paula’s portrayal left a lasting impact on viewers, showcasing her talent as an actress in the soap opera realm.