In exciting news from EastEnders, Lacey Turner, who plays Stacey Slater, has announced that she is expecting her third child with

husband Matt Kay! The couple, who tied the knot in 2017, already share two children: a daughter named Dusty, born in July 2019,

and a son named Trilby, born in February 2021.

Lacey shared the joyful announcement on Instagram, posting a heartwarming photo of her family on the beach, holding up ultrasound pictures. She captioned the image: “Aren’t we lucky?” along with several heart emojis, capturing the happiness surrounding their growing family.

The announcement sparked an outpouring of congratulations from fans and former co-stars alike. Shona McGarty, Lacey’s former co-star, expressed her excitement with a heartfelt comment, while other soap stars like Patsy Palmer and Jacqueline Jossa joined in to celebrate the wonderful news.

As Lacey prepares for this new chapter in her life, she is also gearing up for a special live episode of EastEnders, which is part of the soap’s 40th-anniversary celebrations. This milestone promises to be a significant event for both the show and its dedicated fans.

Stay tuned for more updates on Lacey and her family, as well as the exciting developments in EastEnders!