'It's been a long journey': There's another baby Wiggle on the way

The couple has shared their happy news in an emotional video and good luck getting through the whole thing without crying.

Laura Jackel

2 min read

June 20, 2024 - 5:04PM

Lifestyle

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A new baby Wiggle is on the way!

Purple Wiggle, John Pearce, and his wife, luxury fashion buyer, Jessie, made an emotional announcement on Instagram today that they are expecting their first child.

The couple, who married in 2019, revealed that their baby boy is due in December 2024.

"It has been a long journey but our beautiful angel has finally been sent to us. We are so full of joy and can't wait to meet you," the happy pair captioned the video earlier today.

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"We challenge you to watch the whole thing without crying!"

We challenge you to watch the whole thing without crying - especially as John and Jessie react to hearing the good news in their car as they receive the phone call from the clinic.

The wide smiles and the stunned, “you’re pregnant?” from John as the wonderful news sinks in, gives an insight into the journey this couple have been on.

The growing comments section under the video are filled with well-wishes from friends and fans.

Including from red Wiggle Caterina Mete who announced her pregnancy with identical twin girls earlier this year.

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"The most beautiful news"

“The most beautiful news!! So excited and happy for you both! Sending you all the love in the world! How lucky will my little girls be to have a little buddy to play with.”

“Such beautiful souls with the most amazing news,” writes Yellow Wiggle Tsehay Hawkins.

“You two are going to be incredible parents! Biggest love and congratulations to you both.”

"An even bigger Big Red Car"

The rest of the Wiggles team also expressed their excitement, saying, "We're all so happy to see The Wiggles' family expanding. John and Jessie are a wonderful couple, and we can't wait to welcome their baby into our Wiggles world.

"It will be a full house by Christmas…we may need to look at getting an even bigger Red Car!"

John, who captured hearts as a member of the Australian pop music sensation Justice Crew, joined The Wiggles in 2021 and is known to fans across the globe for his energetic backflips, incredible dance skills and creative content across his social media channels.

Now he and Jessie are clearly excited to embark on their next big adventure; parenthood.