Celebrity comedians welcome birth of second child amidst Storm Betty

STORM Betty brought more than rain and wind last weekend, as comic duo Fred Cooke and Julie Jay also welcomed arrival of their second child - a baby boy named Johnny James (JJ).

Fred, used his Instagram account to share the update: "Johnny James (JJ) was born on the 18th August at 9.21pm. We’re full of joy! Once again I’d like to thank the staff in Tralee Hospital for constantly been incredible. I’d also like to thank my beautiful wife Julie for been amazing!!! All the love!"

Julie also uploaded an image of the newborn and expressed, "It's a boy!" She penned: "Have been a little quiet on here because our beautiful baba landed in the middle of Storm Betty last Friday, and we have been in a besotted bubble ever since. Introducing JJ (Johnny James but most definitely to be called JJ).

"We love him so much and I am so so thrilled with him, just feeling unbelievably lucky and happy."

Fellow celebs including Jarlath Regan, Michael Fry, Sarah Breen and Stephan Mullan all shared their well wishes to the new parents via social media.

During the lockdown of 2021, Julie and Fred took a significant step in their relationship as they got engaged. Their journey as parents began in September 2020 when they welcomed their first child, a son named Ted.

In a heartwarming celebration, the couple exchanged their vows in Dingle in December 2021. The intimate ceremony was attended by close family members and friends.