Atomic Kitten star Liz McClarnon has revealed she is pregnant with her first child, after a two-decade struggle to conceive.
The singer, 44, shared the happy news in an Instagram post on Tuesday, telling her followers she has finally become pregnant after years of ‘painful’ IVF.
Liz married her husband Peter Cho in June 2023, but didn’t reveal his identity to her followers until they celebrated their first wedding anniversary last year.
In the sweet clip, Liz could be seen sitting on a park bench before turning around to reveal her bump.
During the video, she said: ‘I’ve been keeping a secret from you, and I’ve mostly kept myself off social media because sometimes it was hard to smile.
‘But after years of sometimes quite painful IVF and dark times, I’m pregnant! We feel like we’ve been given the world.’
Atomic Kitten star Liz McClarnon has revealed she’s pregnant with her first child, after a two-decade struggle to conceive
The singer first rose to fame in the early 2000s as a member of the iconic girlband Atomic Kitten (pictured with bandmates Kerry Katona and Natasha Hamilton in 2000)
Liz shared the happy news in an Instagram post on Tuesday, telling her followers she has finally become pregnant after years of ‘painful’ IVF
Liz captioned the post: ‘I started to record a video of me just telling you but I got too emotional so I thought I’d just hide behind this little announcement instead.
‘I just can’t believe we’re here. So many have been through exactly what I went through and worse. ❤️
‘I want to share what I can and add my voice and ears to those who already help others understand or deal with all that comes with IVF and loss after so much hope.
‘I’ve been a part of some beautifully supportive communities. I’m so grateful.’
Her post was soon flooded with congratulations from her celebrity pals, including her former Atomic Kitten bandmate Natasha Hamilton.
She wrote: ‘Literally couldn’t be any happier for you both! After all you’ve been through, this little miracle is everything.’
Michelle Heaton said: ‘So unbelievably happy for you both. I know how the road has been unkind to get here… but look at u now… so so happy xx love to all three of u xx.’
S Club 7 star Jo O’Meara penned: ‘Awwww this is so lovely! Congratulations darling.’
In the sweet clip, Liz could be seen sitting on a park bench before turning around to reveal her bump for the first time
Her post was soon flooded with congratulations from her celebrity pals, including her former Atomic Kitten bandmate Natasha Hamilton
Liz married her husband Peter Cho in June 2023, but didn’t reveal his identity to her followers until they celebrated their first wedding anniversary
In June, Liz revealed the identity of her husband Peter as they celebrated their first wedding anniversary
The fiercely private singer took to her Stories with two snaps of her handsome hubby, after his face was previously masked by confetti in the photo from their big day
The couple surprised fans after revealing they’d tied the knot in June 2023 in the Lake District with guests such as Liz’s former bandmate Natasha Hamilton
In June, Liz revealed the identity of her husband Peter as they celebrated their first wedding anniversary.
The fiercely private singer took to her Stories with two snaps of her handsome spouse, after his face was previously masked by confetti in the photo from their big day.
Alongside a snap of Peter in the sunshine, Liz wrote: ‘Guess what?! I’ve been married to my perfect match for a whole year, I love you Peter Cho!’
She then shared a throwback from their wedding day as they posed together, with the bride looking stunning in a Bardot neckline gown with full skirt.
The pair cuddled up, Peter looking dapper in a three-piece black suit, with Liz adding: ‘Thank you for your lovely well wishes.’
They tied the knot in the Lake District, with the guests including Liz’s former bandmate Natasha Hamilton.
Revealing the news, she said: ‘A few days ago Peter & I tied the knot surrounded by some of the people we love and care for (and little Bean – our dog) and I wanted to share this lovely picture with you from our day.
‘We are so grateful to everyone that was there, especially some that travelled from all across the world to be there with us (, LA, Hong Kong, Ibiza…)
‘And finally… Dearest online friends that worked out what day it was, I just wanted to thank you for your lovely messages, you’ve been so kind.
Liz’s wedding came a year after she shocked fans with a surprise engagement announcement, as she wished her husband-to-be a happy birthday.
She shared a snap embracing her mysterious fiancé, surprising many of her friends who took to the comments.
Her large diamond engagement ring was visible, while she kept the identity of the man a secret.
Captioning the black-and-white photo, she wrote: ‘Happy birthday to my husband-to-be. YEP! I’m going to marry the most beautiful human I’ve ever known and it’s his birthday today. Double yay!’
She revealed in October 2022 that she was full steam ahead with wedding planning, sharing a snap of herself picking her bridal gown.
Liz was previously engaged to Blue singer Lee Ryan, after dating for around two years before he popped the question in 2003.
They called off the romance shortly after, with Liz saying she didn’t like dating a fellow celebrity.
Liz was previously engaged to Blue singer Lee Ryan. The pair dated for two years before he popped the question in 2003
After Lee, she had a long-term partner in Harlequins rugby star Ryan O’Neill. They were together for two years before their split in 2014 (pictured in 2012)
Opening up about their decision to end things, Liz told Closer: ‘I’d never date another celebrity again. I was engaged to Lee and I didn’t like having our relationship in the spotlight.
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‘For me, it leads to paranoia. You read things about each other and wonder who said what.’
She offered an explanation as to why her then-boyfriend’s identity was secret, adding: ‘Dating a celebrity makes your relationship too public and I like to keep my private life private.’
After Lee, she had a long-term partner in Harlequins rugby star Ryan O’Neill. They were together from 2012 to 2014.
Shortly after the split, she said of potential motherhood: ‘I think I’ve been quite strong about not having babies with the wrong people.
‘Some people think I haven’t had the chance but I made a conscious decision not to have children with the people I was with.’
Liz also revealed she would consider adoption in the future, saying: ‘I’m open to adoption as well, as I think it’s amazing. I love the idea that there is a child that needs to be loved and you can give that to them.’