Vinny Dingle actor Bradley Johnson has become a first-time dad – and fans are swooning over the sweet name and surprise early arrival!
Emmerdale favourite Bradley Johnson and his fiancée Sammie Johnstone have announced the birth of their baby boy – a little earlier than planned! The actor, best known for playing Vinny Dingle on the ITV soap, shared the joyful news with fans after welcoming their son, Albie Jake Johnson.

Initially, the couple had teased a December 2024 due date with a summer baby announcement, but baby Albie had other plans and arrived earlier than expected – on Wednesday night at 10:47pm, weighing a healthy 6lbs 13oz.
Sharing a heartwarming photo of their newborn, the proud parents captioned the post: “Albie Jake Johnson. You are absolutely everything.”

The post sparked a flood of congratulations from co-stars and fans alike. Samantha Power, who plays Vinny’s on-screen mum Tina Dingle, commented: “Oh my god! Just gorgeous! Massive congrats to you all xxx” while actress Natalie Ann Jamieson, who plays Amy Wyatt, added: “Ohhhhh my goooooodness!!! Congratulations guys 😍😍😍 Absolutely gorgeous!! 🫶🫶”
This marks a brand-new chapter for Bradley and Sammie – and Emmerdale fans couldn’t be happier for the couple.


