Gavin & Stacey actor Mathew Horne has shared the exciting news that his wife is expecting their second child, a baby girl due in March. The couple, Mathew and Celina Bassili, have chosen to give their daughter the middle name Joy, in honor of Mathew’s late mother who shared the same name.
Mathew disclosed the news during a conversation with Gyles Brandreth on his Rosebud podcast. The actor, known for his role as Gavin Shipman on the popular BBC series, kept Celina’s previous pregnancy a secret before welcoming their son in 2024.
The couple began dating in 2019, shortly after Mathew’s split from his ex-fiancée Evelyn Hoskins. Mathew shared on the podcast that his mother Glenis passed away a year after he and Celina started their relationship.
Expressing his deep emotions, Mathew revealed that naming his daughter Joy after his mother felt significant. The podcast host, Gyles, remarked on the fortunate timing of the baby’s zodiac sign, calling her a potential winner in life.
Reflecting on their journey, Mathew praised Celina for her unwavering support during a challenging period following his mother’s death. He expressed his certainty that she was the one for him and acknowledged the growth of their love during tough times.
The couple tied the knot in 2021 in Celina’s native Norway, surrounded by their loved ones in a beautiful woodland setting. Photos from the wedding showcased their happiness and love for each other.
Their public appearances as a couple began in 2019, with a memorable moment captured at a Burger King in Wales during the filming of a Gavin & Stacey Christmas special. The couple made their official debut at a theater event in London later that year.
Recently, Mathew revealed the tragic passing of another ex-girlfriend from Leukemia in 2004, highlighting the emotional challenges of losing a dear friend to the illness.
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