Rumors that Britain’s Got Talent host Ant McPartlin, 49, and his wife Anne-Marie Corbett, 47, are expecting a second child, with celebratory messages from close friends Declan Donnelly, Phillip Schofield, and a surprising one from Holly Willoughby, have stirred showbiz excitement, but no evidence supports these claims. The couple welcomed their first son, Wilder Patrick McPartlin, in May 2024, with congratulations from figures like Simon Cowell. No second pregnancy has been announced, and no records exist of Donnelly, Schofield, or Willoughby sending messages about a nonexistent child. The speculation may stem from misread social media posts or confusion with Lisa Armstrong’s nephew announcement. This article debunks the rumors, explores McPartlin’s family life, and clarifies the lack of congratulatory messages, tying in Donnelly’s Gutfeld! appearance for context.
No Second Child: Debunking the Pregnancy Rumors
No sources confirm McPartlin and Corbett expecting a second child. Wilder’s birth was shared on Instagram, describing a beautiful baby, a legendary mother, thrilled sisters, and an emotional dad. Recent reports, including a January 2025 Barbados holiday and an April 2025 West End double date with Donnelly and Ali Astall, focus on their life with Wilder and Corbett’s daughters, Poppy and Daisy, with no mention of another pregnancy. A November 2024 Australian trip for I’m a Celebrity featured Wilder, reinforcing their current family of one.
The rumor may arise from X posts misinterpreting McPartlin’s joy as a father or conflating it with Armstrong’s post about her nephew, Jude. One user speculated about a second child and Willoughby’s message, but 2025’s surge in celebrity misinformation driven by social media explains such claims. McPartlin’s private 2024 pregnancy announcement, revealed only at five months, suggests they’d keep future plans quiet, making an unconfirmed second child unlikely.
No Congratulatory Messages: Examining the Claims
The claim of congratulatory messages from Donnelly, Schofield, and Willoughby for a second child is baseless, as no second pregnancy exists. For Wilder’s birth, Donnelly, McPartlin’s lifelong friend, knew of the pregnancy and celebrated privately, but no public message was reported. Schofield, a friend who attended McPartlin’s 2021 wedding, sent no documented message for Wilder, and his current distance from ITV circles makes a public gesture improbable. Willoughby, who also attended the wedding, has no record of commenting on Wilder’s birth, and her strained relationship with Schofield—marked by his calling her “the witch” in 2024—makes a “surprising” message to McPartlin unlikely.
Schofield’s fallout with Willoughby, stemming from his 2023 ITV exit after an “unwise” affair, includes her feeling “hurt” by his lies about the scandal. His Channel 5 Cast Away show thanked Donnelly and McPartlin as “best mates” but snubbed Willoughby, accusing colleagues of throwing him “under a bus.” Willoughby’s silence on McPartlin’s family milestones aligns with her low profile post-This Morning. X posts claiming messages, like those mentioning Willoughby’s congratulations, lack evidence.
McPartlin’s Family Life: Wilder and Beyond
McPartlin, married to Corbett since 2021, has embraced fatherhood after fertility struggles with ex-wife Lisa Armstrong during their 2006–2018 marriage. A friend said McPartlin thought kids might not happen, making Wilder a “dream come true.” His tattoo, featuring “Amzie” (Corbett) and the girls’ names, symbolizes his role as a stepfather. The couple’s £6 million Wimbledon mansion supports their family, with a garden but no confirmed pool.
Their 2024 Saturday Night Takeaway pause prioritized family, with McPartlin emphasizing time with their kids. Moments like a September 2024 National Television Awards stroll with Wilder and a December 2024 Heathrow return with Donnelly’s family show their focus. Armstrong’s hurt over Wilder’s birth, learned via media, added drama, with posts like “Celebrate your strength” reflecting her pain.
Showbiz Context: Why Rumors Persist
McPartlin’s TV prominence fuels speculation, with I’m a Celebrity and BGT keeping him visible. Cowell’s gift for Wilder during BGT’s May 2024 semi-final sparked buzz, but no new gestures exist for a second child. Confusion may stem from Armstrong’s nephew or Donnelly’s This Morning divorce comments, which reignited interest in her story. Donnelly’s Gutfeld! gift to Greg Gutfeld’s daughter Mira, alongside Kat Timpf’s blanket, ties into family themes that amplify rumors.
Willoughby’s absence from McPartlin’s circle, post-Dancing on Ice’s axe, and Schofield’s Cast Away snub reduce the likelihood of their involvement. Celebrity family rumors thrive on public fascination, driving misinformation.
Public Reaction and Clarification
X posts reflect enthusiasm: “Ant’s perfect with Wilder. Second kid? Not yet!” Others spread rumors: “Holly’s message to Ant and Anne-Marie? Big if true!” Armstrong’s fans, echoing Karoline Leavitt’s maternal defense, show empathy. No messages from Donnelly, Schofield, or Willoughby exist, and the second-child claim is unfounded.
Looking Ahead
McPartlin and Corbett focus on Wilder, with no second child confirmed. Their Wimbledon home supports their I’m a Celebrity and BGT commitments. Armstrong’s Strictly work and LA plans signal growth. Donnelly’s Gutfeld! moment and Saturday Night Takeaway’s 2026 return may bring more family stories. The rumored messages and pregnancy are fiction, but McPartlin’s real joy with Wilder shines through.
