Love Island star announces birth of 'unexpected' child and vows to 'show up' for his son

   

Love Island alum Idris Virgo has excitedly shared an adorable surprise. The pro boxer dropped some huge news on Instagram, introducing fans to his baby boy. In the post shared today, Idris, 31, snapped a photo of a baby boy, reaching up to grab onto his finger.

Alongside the gorgeous shot, the ITV star explained that his new fatherhood was unexpected, but that he was more than ready to be the best dad he could be.

"Life has a way of throwing curveballs, and this has been the most unexpected and incredible one yet: I’m now a father. I didn’t see this chapter coming, but when life calls, you answer,” he wrote.

"A man’s duty is to show up, protect, and provide - and that’s exactly what I intend to do. I’ve been blessed with a beautiful son."

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Idris Virgo introduced his baby son to the world, and took a moment to appreciate the little boy's 'unexpected and incredible' arrival in his life(Image: ITV/REX/Shutterstock)