Introduction
Call the Midwife star Helen George has recently announced that she is expecting her second child with husband Jack Ashton. The couple, who met on the set of the popular BBC drama, already share a daughter named Wren Ivy. Here’s everything you need to know about the actress and her growing family.
Helen George and Jack Ashton
How They Met
Helen George and Jack Ashton first met on the set of Call the Midwife in 2016. Ashton joined the cast as the new vicar, Tom Hereward, and the two quickly hit it off. They began dating shortly after, and their relationship was confirmed when they made their first public appearance together at the TV Choice Awards in September 2017.
Their Relationship
The couple has been together for over three years now and got engaged in April 2019. They tied the knot in a private ceremony in December of the same year. The two have been very supportive of each other’s careers, with George often sharing photos of Ashton on her Instagram and Ashton sharing his wife’s work on his Twitter.
Helen George’s Career
Early Life and Education
Helen George was born on June 19, 1984, in Birmingham, England. She attended the Royal Academy of Music in London and graduated with a degree in musical theatre in 2006.
Call the Midwife
Helen George is best known for her role as Trixie Franklin in the BBC drama series Call the Midwife. She joined the cast in 2012 and has been a regular ever since. Her performance in the show has earned her critical acclaim, and she has been nominated for several awards for her work on the series.
Helen George’s Growing Family
Wren Ivy
Helen George and Jack Ashton welcomed their first child, a daughter named Wren Ivy, in September 2017. The couple has been very private about their family life, but George has shared a few photos of their daughter on her Instagram account.
Second Child
Helen George announced in September 2020 that she is expecting her second child with Jack Ashton. The couple has not revealed the due date or the gender of the baby, but they have expressed their excitement about expanding their family.
Conclusion
Helen George and Jack Ashton are a beloved couple in the entertainment industry, and their growing family is sure to bring them even more joy. Fans of Call the Midwife will no doubt be eagerly awaiting the newest addition to their family and can’t wait to see what the future holds for this talented actress and her husband.
