EastEnders favourite Michael Greco, has become a father once again with his partner Helen Harris and gave a sweet nod to his soap days by revealing his name.
The 53-year-old actor, famed for his role as heartthrob Beppe Di Marco over the BBC soap, has become a father again to a beautiful baby boy. He announced the happy couple were expecting their second child at the end of 2023.
And now, the TV star has shared an adorable series of snaps of the newborn babe as he shared the sweet their sweet name which is a touching tribute to his Albert Square days, they’ve named him Gianni, reports OK!
The soap hunk told fans he was “truly grateful” to have another child in a gushing post online. Overwhelmed with emotion, he wrote: “I am truly grateful to be gifted another beautiful, baby boy.
“The value of life in today’s world, becomes more and more precious, day by day. The joys of being a father has made me the man I have become.
“Nothing in this world is more important than our health and happiness and today I am the happiest man alive. I have another angel at my side.”
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He also gave a shout-out to his first son, two year old Gianluca, adding: “You have a gorgeous baby brother. Welcome to the world baby Gianni. I love you.”
During his stint on EastEnders from 1998 to 2002, Michael’s character Beppe was known for his tumultuous life as a police officer turned taxi driver, and had an on-screen brother named Gianni, which is now the name of his real-life second son.
Fans and followers were quick to shower the new dad with messages of congratulations and adoration for the tiny tot. One fan gushed: “Congratulations to all, he’s beautiful.”
Another joined in the celebration, commenting: “Congrats to you both! He is absolutely gorgeous.” Westlife’s Brian McFadden was buzzing with joy as he chimed in: “Delighted for you bro xx.”
Albert Square’s very own Max Bowden didn’t hold back his happiness, saying: “Congratulations mate! ” And Dawn Steele was all hearts with her message: “Oh my goodness! Congratulations to you all- love his name too.”
Back in December 2023, Michael couldn’t hide his excitement when he posted a sonogram snap, gushing: “Absolutely over the moon to announce another Baby Greco is on the way. My beautiful boy Gianluca cannot wait to see his younger sibling.
“Thank you God for giving me another miracle baby. See you in June bubba. Xxx.” Michael first became a dad in 2021 when he and his partner Helen welcomed little Gianluca into the world.
But it wasn’t all smooth sailing for the pair as he later shared that their pregnancy was marred by trauma. Gianluca, whose name is Italian for ‘gift of god’, made an early entrance, arriving six weeks before his due date.
The little lad had a rare condition called Gastroschisis, where the intestines are on the outside, which can mess with other organs like the stomach and liver. Announcing his son’s birth, Michael said: “My boy. Gianluca Greco. Born July 1st 2021. Weighing 4.47lbs.
“The little man was born prematurely due to the fact that previous scans had failed to pick up his rare birth defect called Gastroschisis. The consultant suggested it was best for him to born early so that he could get the necessary care and attention.
“He was born at University College of London Hospital @uclh. Their staff were extremely professional and Mother and Baby could not have been in better hands.
“Dad was a ‘tad’ emotional to say the least! Baby has already had his first operation to replace his bowel where it should belong. He is under the world’s best care of @greatormondst where he will be in ICU for a while and most probably for up to 6 weeks.
“My heart is full already and this is by far the best day of my life. I love you Gianluca more than I can ever imagine.”
