Steven Gerrard becomes grandad as daughter Lilly, 21, gives birth to first child

Lilly Gerrard has joyfully announced the arrival of her bundle of joy. Lilly, who is the daughter of Liverpool FC legend Steven Gerrard, took to Instagram stories with an adorable black and white image showing her partner Lee Byrne cradling a baby carrier.

Adorning the snap, Lilly included the caption: "@Leebyrne 2 becomes 3" accompanied by a pink heart and a baby emoji. It was back in January when she first delighted fans with news of her exciting baby news and motherhood journey.

Throughout her pregnancy, Steven Gerrard's daughter kept followers looped in with regular updates. Revealing the initial surprise on Instagram, Lilly expressed her elation with the words: "Our little secret. The best news, mini us is on the way."

Lilly and Lee Byrne's romance has spanned over two years, with their bond confirmed in 2022 through snapshots from balmy days spent in Ibiza. Anticipating their child's arrival, the couple have stockpiled essentials to ensure everything was in place.

Just a month ago, Lilly showcased her preparation efforts with an Instagram story featuring a shopping trolley brimming with nappies, baby wipes, and lotions, commenting "nesting mode" alongside the image.

The pair have even acquired "mama" and "papa" mugs since the news broke out, along with a pregnancy journal to chronicle each momentous stride.

Since her announcement in January, Lilly, hailing from Formby, has been swamped with affection and encouragement. Her famous dad Steven was among the first to leave a heartfelt message on his daughter's social media post celebrating the baby reveal.

He exclaimed: "We can't wait. Great news and congratulations we love you." Gerrard is known for keeping his followers in the loop with family life on social media, never shying away from expressing his affection for his offspring.

Last week the 21-year-old influencer took to Instagram, posting two photos of herself lovingly holding her growing baby bump, captioned with 'Almost there'.

Lilly has been romantically involved with Lee Byrne, son of imprisoned Irish gangster Liam Byrne, since October 2022, a relationship that caused quite a stir when it was first revealed.

Mum Alex, aged 42, joined in the excitement, commenting: "Can't wait." Meanwhile, Gerrard's second eldest, Lexie, 18, shared her enthusiasm, posting: "Can't wait to be a auntie."

Steven and Alex have enjoyed marital bliss since 2007, having exchanged vows at the opulent Cliveden House in Berkshire.

The football icon and his spouse are doting parents to their brood of four: Lily, 21, Lexie, 18, Lourdes, 13, and Lio, 7. It's been a year of celebrations for the family, especially for Lily, who marked her 21st birthday in February.

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