Fresh off her second BAFTA win, British actress and comedian Sophie Willan has surprised fans with joyful baby news—she’s pregnant with her first child.
The 37-year-old star of the acclaimed BBC series Alma’s Not Normal took to Instagram to make the announcement. She shared a candid photo of herself and her partner, Carniel Francis Levy, dining together, followed by sweet snaps of her baby scan. “We’re having a baby boy. Coming November 2025,” she wrote. “Our lives are about to change forever—in the most chaotic, joyful, and magical way. And yes, we’re already arguing about baby names.”
The announcement came just days after her BAFTA acceptance speech, which made headlines for its cheeky, expletive-laced style. Though she tried to censor herself with playful alternatives like “flupping brilliant” and “blimming fabulous,” a few choice words slipped through—earning both laughs and bleeped-out edits on the televised broadcast.
Despite the controversy, fans have been showering Sophie with love. “OMG this is such cute news!!!” one commented. “You’ll be the best mum ever!”
Sophie has been a standout figure in British comedy, not just for her on-screen work but also for her voiceover roles in Channel 4’s The Circle and her critically acclaimed live comedy. Her semi-autobiographical sitcom, Alma’s Not Normal, continues to earn her accolades and affection from both viewers and critics.
Her latest chapter—motherhood—marks a beautiful turning point in what’s already been an incredible career.
