Holly Hagan Announces Pregnancy Amidst Heartbreak and Grief
In a bittersweet turn of events, reality television star Holly Hagan has announced she is expecting her second child with husband Jacob Blyth, just weeks after the tragic death of her half-sister, Darci Rose. Hagan, 33, shared the news on Sunday via a touching Instagram video, revealing the pregnancy is due in May 2026.
Did you know? – Holly Hagan rose to fame on the reality TV show Geordie Shore in 2011. She has been open about her struggles with grief and the challenges of public life while mourning her sister.
The proclamation comes as Hagan navigates profound grief following the loss of her sister, who passed away in October 2025 after falling seriously ill. Greater Manchester Police confirmed they were called to reports of a 19-year-old woman believed to have taken drugs, and enquiries remain ongoing.
Pro tip: – When dealing with grief, allow yourself to feel the emotions. Seek support from friends, family, or a therapist. Remember, there is no right or wrong way to grieve.
Hagan’s Instagram post, accompanied by a heartfelt message, described the unborn child as “Our little rainbow amongst the storm. baby Blyth no2 coming May 2026.” The video featured poignant messages previously sent to her sister, sharing the initial joy of the pregnancy. It also captured the emotional moment the couple shared the news with their family, including a clip of their two-year-old son, Alpha-Jax, holding up the pregnancy test.
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The couple, who wed in 2022, welcomed Alpha-Jax in June 2023. The latest news offers a glimmer of hope amidst a period of immense sorrow for Hagan and her family.
The announcement was met with an outpouring of support from friends and fans, including a congratulatory message from Chloe Goodman. However, the joy is inextricably linked to the recent loss, which Hagan has openly discussed in recent weeks.
In a raw and vulnerable TikTok video posted shortly after Darci’s funeral,Hagan described the past four weeks as “the toughest of our entire life.” She admitted to feeling “stuck” and overwhelmed by grief,stating,”My world has stopped. Her parent’s world has stopped.” Hagan expressed the surreal nature of the situation, acknowledging the difficulty of processing such a profound loss.
“I don’t know if I’m behaving in a way I assumed I would when grieving but I genuinely feel she has given me so much strength and is watching over us all as our guardian angel,” Hagan shared,reflecting on her sister’s memory.
Prior to the pregnancy announcement, Hagan honored Darci on what would have been her 20th birthday, sharing a touching tribute on Instagram.She remembered her sister as a blossoming young woman with a passion for helping children, and expressed her hope that Darci was “dancing up there.”
Hagan first rose to prominence on the reality TV series Geordie Shore in 2011. She has been candid about her struggles with grief and the challenges of navigating life in the public eye while mourning her sister.Hagan shared a photograph of Darci’s order of service on her Instagram Story, stating, “I hope we did you proud.” her friend and former co-star, Sophie Kasaei, echoed the sentiment, praising the strength and courage of Hagan and her family.
