Love Island star Zachariah Noble has announced he is expecting his first child with girlfriend Ava Hirons, sharing the happy news with fans on Instagram on Friday.

The TV personality, 28, posted a photo of a baby scan alongside sweet pictures of the couple posing together with their dog. Keeping the caption short and heartfelt, Zach wrote: “Incoming summer 26,” confirming the baby is due next year.

Fans and fellow Love Island stars quickly flooded the comments with congratulations, celebrating the unexpected but joyful announcement.

The couple have been dating since October and had already sparked pregnancy rumours after sharing a series of subtle hints online. In one post shared earlier this year, Zach told followers he had received the “greatest news” of his life.

He wrote at the time: “Just found out the greatest news I think I’ve ever received. God must be real. Time to grind like never before.” On the same day, Ava reposted a video related to pregnancy fitness training, further fuelling speculation.

Ava is the daughter of skincare expert and This Morning regular Caroline Hirons.

Zach’s baby announcement comes less than a year after his split from Molly Marsh, who he met on series ten of Love Island in 2023. The pair were considered one of the show’s biggest success stories, dating for two years and even living together after leaving the villa.

Following their breakup last summer, Molly later admitted that ending the relationship was the “best decision” for both of them, as she opened up about moving on.

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