Joe Lycett reveals he’s become a father as he shares sweet snap of him cradling newborn son – days after confirming secret girlfriend

 Joe Lycett has revealed he’s become a father for the first time.

The comedian, 36, surprised fans on Friday as he shared a sweet snap of himself cradling his newborn son on Instagram.

The news comes days after the TV funnyman confirmed his romance with a secret girlfriend. 

Alongside the image, Joe penned on Instagram: ‘An appreciation post from me for the extraordinary @bham_womens hospital. 

Joe Lycett has revealed he’s become a father for the first time

‘My first encounter with them was years ago when they looked after a pal of mine through surgery, and then most recently when they masterfully welcomed a little boy into the world, who happens to be my son. The care and compassion his mum and he received was exceptional; from the antenatal classes, incredible midwives, consultants, doctors, nurses and the ongoing care in the community. We also loved their baked potatoes. Birmingham is so lucky to have them and I will be forever grateful for everything they’ve done.

‘I am LOVING being a dad but sadly I think this now means I can’t get out of going on Rob and Josh’s f**king podcast. We will not be taking any press requests about this as we have already sold the rights to the first family picture to Autotrader.’

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