Congratulations to Strictly’s Iveta Lukosiute and her partner Jenya Raytses who have welcomed a baby boy into the world.
The mum-of-one revealed her happy news on Instagram. Uploading a cute snap of her herself and her baby boy she wrote: “Welcome my baby boy. Born this morning at 9:31am at 7.11 lb #officiallymom #babyson #happybeyondwords”
She also revealed his name and explained the reason behind his name: “Our son was born September 24, 2016 at 9:13am, 7.11 lb, 53 cm long.I named him in the memory of my brother Vidas”
How adorable.
She also posted a cute photo of herself and her buddle of joy sleeping: “Baby sleeps, mommy sleeps #mommy #babyboy #ballroomdancer #loveofmylife”
He’s so sweet!
Strictly Come Dancing fans will know Iveta as a professional dancer on the show from 2012 until 2014. However, in 2015 it was announced that Iveta would not be returning to the show, Strictly’s executive producer said: “Iveta Lukosiute has been with us for three series and we would like to thank her for her wonderful contribution to the show and wish her the very best for the future.”
Iveta also spoke about her exit: “I really enjoyed my experience on Strictly Come Dancing!
“I love everything about the show, dancers, judges, BBC, celebrities, fans… all of it was a pleasure to be part of this wonderful show!
“I always tried to do my very best to show off my celebrity and add as much as I could to the show.
“This year I will focus more on my dance school in New York City since I was away so much, however, I will be more than happy to stay involved with the show in the future.”
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