Lacey Turner, beloved for her portrayal of Stacey Slater on EastEnders, has shared the joyful news of the arrival of her third child. 

The actress, who has captivated viewers for years with her powerful performance, posted a heartwarming picture on social media last week, introducing her newborn daughter, Gipsy Olive.

In an Instagram post on Wednesday, Lacey proudly revealed the name of her daughter, 

sharing an adorable image of Gipsy Olive wearing a knitted jumper with her name written across the back. 

Fans of the actress have flooded the post with love and congratulations, with many expressing their excitement over the growing Turner family. 

Lacey’s EastEnders co-stars have also joined in the celebrations, with Natalie Cassidy, who plays Sonia Jackson, commenting “Just the best,” and Patsy Palmer, 

who portrays Bianca Jackson, sharing her emotional response, saying, “Omg I need a cuddle rn.”

The announcement of the baby’s arrival came just a few days after Lacey shared a touching family photo, in which she and her husband, Matt Kay, posed with their newborn, Dusty, and Trilby, their other children. In the picture, the couple looked overjoyed as their three children were nestled together. “🩷 Our hearts are full 🩷” Lacey captioned the image, expressing her gratitude for her growing family. The couple, who married in 2017, are now parents to three children, with their first daughter, Dusty, born in 2019, and their son, Trilby, arriving in 2021.

Lacey’s fans were quick to share their well-wishes, and fellow EastEnders stars also sent their love. Diane Parish, who plays Denise Fox, couldn’t resist commenting with heart-eye emojis, and other castmates expressed their joy for Lacey and her family during this special time.

Currently, Lacey is on maternity leave from her role as Stacey Slater. The actress, known for her compelling portrayal of the feisty character, has been a central figure on EastEnders for over a decade. While Lacey’s leave has sparked curiosity about how her character will be written out of the soap, fans have been watching Stacey face some of her biggest challenges yet.

In recent storylines, Stacey has found herself in the middle of a difficult situation, with the closure of the Turpin Road market and the imminent shutdown of her beloved Bap Van. This sudden loss of her livelihood has placed her at odds with those around her, especially as Stacey tries to keep her family together while also dealing with her personal issues. The financial strain, coupled with her ongoing love triangle with ex-husband Martin Fowler (James Bye) and best friend Ruby Allen (Louisa Lytton), has made for a tumultuous time for Stacey.

Although it is unclear how Lacey’s maternity leave will be written into EastEnders, fans are hopeful that Stacey will eventually find happiness despite the many obstacles she faces. Lacey recently spoke about her hopes for Stacey and Martin’s future, hinting that she would love to see them make things work long-term. “I always think Martin and Stacey would be a wonderful old couple, but I don’t know,” Lacey said in a recent interview. “I’d love to see them together forever, but who knows. It always seems to go a bit pear-shaped when they are together, so maybe they’re like Ross and Rachel from Friends.”

In the meantime, Lacey is enjoying precious moments with her growing family. The actress, known for her relatable and down-to-earth personality, has been balancing her career with motherhood, and her fans are delighted to see her embracing this new chapter in her life. Her joyful family posts continue to capture the hearts of those who have followed her career from the very beginning.

As EastEnders fans eagerly await Lacey’s return to the show, they can continue to support her and her family from afar. With her genuine love for her character and her strong connection to the audience, Lacey’s return to the Square will undoubtedly be met with excitement. In the meantime, Lacey’s followers can enjoy her sweet family moments and celebrate the arrival of little Gipsy Olive, who is sure to grow up surrounded by love and warmth.

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