Bradley Walsh has become a grandfather.
Bradley Walsh
The 61-year-old TV presenter has revealed his daughter Hayley, 39, welcomed a baby boy into the world five months ago.
He said: "I am a grandfather! My daughter and her husband Tom have had a baby boy, who is coming up for five months old."
However, the former 'Corrie' star was quick to point out that although the news is joyous, things have not been as easy as he'd have liked due to COVID and the subsequent lockdowns.
He said: "It's been tricky as during lockdown no one could get to see their grandchildren. Thank God for FaceTime - it has kept people in touch."
Bradley has joked that he plans to spoil his grandson before handing him back to daughter Hayley.
He said: "I'm going to be a brilliant grandfather because I've got this trick. When the baby grows into a toddler, make sure you spend plenty of time with them, feeding them ice cream and Coca-Cola, and then give them back at just the right time and say to your children, 'There you are, that's what you were like.' "
While his daughter and her husband Tom enjoy the early stages of parenthood, Bradley is looking forward to celebrating his 25th anniversary with Donna Derby - a former dancer - with whom he has 'Larkins' co-star son Barney Walsh, 23.
Speaking to Saga Magazine, he added: "We'll celebrate big time. I don't know what we'll do yet. My wife is an amazing person. She provides love and stability in my life.
"You need someone you gravitate towards, no matter where you go, and they become the centre of your universe.
"Our time at home is fantastic and she really makes me laugh as well. So, it's a great thing if you have got that in your life."
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