Aljaž Škorjanec and Janette Manrara have delighted fans with a heartwarming announcement that’s sent the Strictly Come Dancing community into celebration mode. The much-loved couple have revealed they are expecting their second child — giving their two-year-old daughter Lyra Rose a baby brother or sister.
The pair shared the happy news on December 27, 2025, with a joint Instagram post that instantly melted hearts. In the sunlit snap, Janette gently cradled her growing baby bump while Aljaž wrapped his arms around her and little Lyra, the family glowing with happiness. Their caption read: “Our family is growing… Baby Škorjanec-Manrara arriving Summer 2026! Lyra is going to be a big sister! We are over the moon and feel so blessed.”
Fans and fellow Strictly stars flooded the comments with messages of congratulations, but one phrase appeared again and again: “We can’t wait!” From “So happy for you — can’t wait to meet the new addition” to “This is the best news,” the response reflected just how adored the couple are.
The announcement came as a surprise to many, not least because Janette, 42, has previously spoken candidly about the realities of motherhood and her belief that she and Aljaž might not have more children. Earlier this year, she admitted she felt content with their “perfect little unit,” while adding a hopeful “never say never.”
Their journey into parenthood has already been deeply meaningful. Lyra Rose was born in July 2023 after the couple had prepared for IVF, making her arrival feel especially miraculous. Since then, Aljaž and Janette have shared honest glimpses of family life, balancing parenting with busy careers in television and dance.
According to those close to the couple, the pregnancy came as a joyful shock. After coming to terms with possibly being a family of three, the news felt like another unexpected blessing — one they are embracing with excitement and gratitude.
Aljaž, who returned to the Strictly ballroom after a break and competed strongly in recent series, is said to be “over the moon,” while Janette is enjoying this new chapter with the same warmth and positivity fans know her for.
As messages continue to pour in from across the Strictly family and beyond, one thing is clear: audiences can’t wait to watch this beloved couple grow their family — and cheer them on every step of the way. 💛
