Search

Newsletter image

Subscribe to the Newsletter

Join 10k+ people to get notified about new posts, news and tips.

Do not worry we don't spam!

GDPR Compliance

We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. By continuing to use our site, you accept our use of cookies, Privacy Policy, and Terms of Service.

Gladiators star reveals baby boy was born prematurely at 23 weeks but is ‘tiny, fragile and fighting’

Published on April 05, 2025 at 07:50 PM

A GLADIATORS star has revealed his baby boy was born prematurely at 23 weeks but is ‘tiny, fragile and fighting'.

Zack George, better known as Steel to viewers of the hit BBC show, took to Instagram on Saturday to reveal the news his wife Samantha had gone into premature labour.

Group photo of the Gladiators from Season 2.
A Gladiators star has revealed his son has arrived prematurely
A mother holding her premature baby, who is wrapped in a blanket.
Zack George shared the snap of his wife Sarah cradling their baby boy
A muscular man in a blue and red leotard shouts triumphantly.
Zack is better known as Steel on the BBC show

Sharing a picture of Samantha cradling a tiny baby in a blue knitted hat in hospital, Zack wrote: “Our Precious Boy Leo George [heart emoji].

“You should still be tucked up inside mummy’s tummy but instead you entered the world on the 26th March 2025 at just 23 weeks weighing 1 pound 8 ounces.

“You never truly know how quickly your life can be turned upside down but one thing we do know is that you are one hell of a strong boy and you are already defying the odds.”

He concluded his post with: “Tiny, fragile and fighting.”

Zack, 34, had first shared the news he was going to be a dad for a second time

The couple already share daughter Ivy and they announced the news by sharing a snap of their toddler holding the baby scan pictures.

Writingnextto the cute picture, he said: “Ivy is very excited to have a new friend very soon!

“Little George number 2 in the making!”

Prev Article

Man Utd Treble winner Nicky Butt gets new job coaching Championship club – but remains part-owner of Salford City

Next Article

Canada tells citizens to expect scrutiny at US ports

Related to this topic:

Comments (0):

Be the first to write a comment.

Post Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *