BBC EastEnders' Lacey Turner supported by co-stars after family announcement

Lacey Turner is renowned for her role as Stacey Slater in EastEnders
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Lacey Turner was flooded with support as she announced she was pregnant. The 36-year-old is renowned for her role as Stacey Slater in EastEnders.

The soap star arrived on Albert Square in 2004 and continues to be one of the show's most important characters. Lacey's life away from the screen is fortunately less turbulent and she regularly keeps her 534,000 Instagram followers posted with updates.

Lacey has been married to Matt Kay since 2017 and they are the proud parents of two children. The soap star has taken to Instagram today to reveal their family is growing as she is pregnant with their third child.

Lacey revealed the news as the family enjoy a sunny holiday away. The soap star captioned the heartwarming family post with the message: "Aren’t we lucky."

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Lacey was inundated with messages from her EastEnders co-stars and some famous alumni. Jacqueline Osbourne said: "So special ! Congratulations angel all of you!! Beautiful x"

Patsy Palmer added: "Congratulations beautiful girl & family . Yes you are very lucky and a wonderful mum so lucky them to. Love you and can’t wait for big hugs again soon"

Cheryl Fergison commented: "Amazing Lacey, beautiful family news." Former Emmerdale star Charley Webb also took to the comments and said: "OMG yesssssss. Joining the 3 gang."

Fans were also thrilled about the exciting family news, but were sad it will result in Stacey's temporary departure on maternity leave. Leanne said: "Congratulations to you all. Gutted that will also mean Stacey won’t be in Eastenders for awhile x"

Rory commented: "Ah Lacey! A beautiful and exciting new chapter begins for the family! so chuffed for you, himself, and the (soon to be) eldest pair xx"

Catherine posted: "Congratulations so happy for you. Sending lots of love to u and the family xxx" Dean commented: "Congratulations to you all. Lovely news x"

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