“Iain Mòr Laíðir” is now a father!
John Pearcewho stars as the Purple Wiggle in the love child act The Wigglesand his wife Jessie Adamo Pearce have welcomed their first child. The couple's son Henry Nicholas Adamo Pearce was born on Monday, December 16.
“Our beautiful baby boy has arrived, and we couldn't feel more blessed,” Pearce said in a statement shared with PEOPLE. “Jessie and I are savoring every moment precious with our little angel. We are so grateful for the love and support from everyone.”
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The Wiggles they also expressed their excitement, saying, “The Wiggles family has grown again! John and Jessie's baby is an amazing gift just in time for the holiday season, We can't wait to welcome him on his first adventure in the Big Red Car!
Along with the news, Pearce shared the exciting news in a joint post with Jessie on Instagram. The happy couple included a photo of their new family of three, as well as a solo photo of baby Henry.
“HENRY NICHOLAS ADAMO PEARCE 16.12.24 🩵 Welcome to the world our beautiful angel. We have never felt love like this,” they wrote in the caption.
In June, Pearce announced on Instagram that he and his wife were expecting their first child together. In a partnership Instagram reelthe couple were seen getting a call from their doctor, who shared the exciting news and wished the parents congratulations.
Then the reel showed more recent clips from the ultrasound appointment and their gender reveal party.
“I can't wait to meet you, little friend,” Pearce exclaimed as he held up a macogram.
“It's been a long journey but our beautiful angel has finally been sent to us. We are so full of joy and can't wait to meet you 🩵 – baby Adamo Pearce due December 2024,” the couple told their Reel.
Pearce became popular for his portrayal of “Big Strong John” when he entered the children's program in 2021 with many parents expressing their gratitude for the “Purple Hot Wiggle” on social media.
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