Adam Peaty and his wife Holly Ramsay have announced they are expecting their first child together, a baby girl due in December 2026. The joyful news comes just six months after the couple tied the knot in a lavish ceremony. Holly, 26, shared the update on Instagram on Saturday, posting a photo of her growing baby bump alongside her husband, the Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty, 31.
In the heartfelt announcement, the couple revealed they cannot wait to meet their daughter. Holly captioned the post: “Baby Ramsay-Peaty coming December 2026. We can’t wait to meet our baby girl.” The pregnancy also marks a significant milestone for Holly’s parents, celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay and his wife Tana, who will become grandparents for the first time. Gordon expressed his excitement publicly, writing: “Congratulations to you both sending lots of love Dad ❤️ I’m going to be a very over excited Grandad especially this Christmas.”
The couple’s wedding took place on December 27, 2025, at the historic Bath Abbey, followed by a reception at Kin House in the countryside. It was a high-profile event that drew attention not only for its elegance but also for the ongoing family tensions surrounding Adam. Since November last year, Adam has been embroiled in a public feud with his estranged family after it emerged that he had banned his mother Caroline and father Mark from attending the wedding.
Despite the personal drama, the pregnancy announcement has been met with an outpouring of support from the Ramsay family’s wide circle of famous friends. Victoria Beckham and her son Romeo were among those who left congratulatory comments on the post. The news brings a positive chapter for the couple as they prepare to welcome their daughter into what appears to be a tightly knit extended family on Holly’s side.
Adam has been fully embraced by the Ramsay family, even referring to Gordon and Tana as “dad” and “mum.” Gordon has spoken warmly about this new dynamic, sharing messages from Adam that begin with “Hey dad.” In contrast, the swimmer’s relationship with his biological family remains fractured. His sister Bethany was the only member of the Peaty family to attend the wedding, where she served as one of the maids of honour. Bethany has previously described feeling torn between her brother and her parents.
Sources close to Adam’s parents, Caroline and Mark from Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, have expressed deep hurt over the situation. They claim Adam has “changed beyond belief” since becoming part of the Ramsay clan and accuse him of being embarrassed by his roots and upbringing. The family, who supported Adam throughout his swimming career, feels “devastated” by his actions. A source told the Daily Mail: “Adam is embarrassed of his roots and upbringing.”
The rift has deepened further with Adam’s decision to compete under the double-barrel surname Ramsay-Peaty at the upcoming Commonwealth Games in July. Family insiders suggest he is “cashing in” on the famous Ramsay name because it “opens doors.” One source insisted: “As much as Adam wants to be a Ramsay, he is not. He is a Peaty. Adam has financial control and is cashing in on the Ramsay name.”
Adam’s aunt Louise Williams publicly criticised him on Threads after reports that he calls Gordon “dad,” describing it as “toadying behaviour.” She highlighted the sacrifices made by Adam’s father Mark, a bricklayer who “worked his hands raw and bleeding” to support his son’s swimming dreams. “Oh Adam your poor dad. How could you?” she wrote, emphasising the hard labour and long days Mark endured without complaint.
The origins of the conflict trace back to September 2024, when Adam and Holly did not invite wider members of the Peaty family to their engagement party. Caroline was also reportedly excluded from Holly’s hen do at Soho Farmhouse in the Cotswolds, an extravagant event attended by Tana Ramsay and friends including Victoria Beckham. These snubs reportedly left the Peaty family feeling sidelined.
Gordon Ramsay has defended his family’s handling of the situation, describing the fallout as “self-inflicted” from the Peaty side. He revealed that they sent a chauffeur-driven car for Adam’s parents to attend the engagement party and treated them like royalty. In his wedding speech, Gordon paid tribute to his daughter’s beauty and made what some interpreted as a subtle reference to the absent parents, saying to Holly: “Shame you don’t have the same.” Caroline was said to have been “outraged” and “hurt” by the comments, believing they were pre-planned.
Despite the tensions, Adam and Holly appear focused on their future. The couple recently starred in a joint campaign for the perfume brand INFINIMENT COTY PARIS, echoing the successful scent ventures of David and Victoria Beckham. Insiders say the young pair are being mentored by the Beckhams and the Ramsays as they shape their public image into that of a luxury power couple. Adam has signed with Holly’s influencer agency, Hypesight, and the plan is to coordinate their careers commercially rather than separately.
A source close to the couple told The Sun: “Adam and Holly are quietly shaping up to be the next big luxury power couple. As Adam starts to consider a career post-swimming, the plan is for their careers to be managed with a more coordinated commercial strategy.” This strategic positioning comes as Adam eyes making history with Team England at the Commonwealth Games.
Earlier this year, the Ramsay family released a six-part documentary following Gordon’s restaurant ventures in London’s Bishopsgate. The series included a brief clip of Adam and Holly’s engagement party. Prior to its release, Caroline reportedly demanded to be removed from any footage in which she appeared, even in passing scenes.
As Adam and Holly prepare for parenthood, the arrival of their daughter in December is expected to bring new joy amid the complexities of blended family dynamics. Holly’s pregnancy announcement has shifted some focus back to the happy milestones, with well-wishes pouring in from across the celebrity spectrum. Gordon’s enthusiasm as a soon-to-be grandfather has been particularly warm, highlighting the strong bond forming within the Ramsay household.
The story of Adam Peaty’s integration into one of Britain’s most famous families continues to captivate public attention. From Olympic champion to expectant father and aspiring brand figure alongside his influencer wife, his journey reflects both remarkable success and painful personal divisions. While the Peaty family laments what they see as a loss of loyalty and roots, Adam seems committed to the new life and opportunities that have come with his marriage.
For now, the couple is embracing the excitement of impending parenthood. With the support of high-profile mentors and a growing family on Holly’s side, Adam and Holly Ramsay-Peaty are stepping into this next chapter with optimism. Fans and followers will no doubt watch closely as they navigate fame, family, and the arrival of their baby girl later this year.
