Strictly winner Louis Smith welcomes second child
Louis Smith has become a father for the second time to another daughter named Remi Monroe.
'Strictly Come Dancing' star Louis Smith has welcomed his second child into the world.
The 35-year-old gymnast - who won the 2012 series of the BBC One Latin and ballroom show - noted that he and partner Charlie Bruce had been on a "wild ride" before the arrival of Remi Monroe and said mum and baby are "doing OK".
Alongside a snap of Louis beaming at the side of the hospital bed as Charlie cradled the little one, he announced on Instagram: "Remi Monroe Smith
"7lb 9.
"Been a wild ride but so happy to say mum and baby are all doing ok. Charlie you are so incredible to go through what you did should be so proud. Another experience that changes and shapes you from there after. (sic)"
The newborn has a big sister in Marley Valentina, who was born in 2021.
The couple confirmed they were set to become parents again back in June.
Alongside a photo of a baby scan, Louis wrote on Instagram: "It’s so nice we had to do it twice."
Charlie also announced the news on her own social media account.
She said: "The best birthday present I could ask for. Due 5.12.24 (sic)"
Louis announced the birth of their first child in February 2021.
The former Olympian - who starred on 'The Masked Dancer' in the same year - said on Instagram at the time: "What a 3 days it’s been. From Thursday night to Sunday morning. You women are incredible and the mother of my child is no exception. So glad both ladies are doing well and healthy. Marley Valentina Smith welcome (sic)"
Charlie also posted about Marley's birth on her own account.
She wrote: "Welcome to the world Marley Valentina Smith. Born at 2.30am on the 14th of February and weighs a healthy 7lb 5oz.
"I could not have done it without the love of my life @louissmith1989 by my side. What a journey we went through but we did it as the wonderful team we are! (sic)"
