Former Neighbours star Scarlet Vas has controversially announced she's pregnant with her stepbrother Tayo Ricci's baby.

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Popular Actress Pregnant With Stepbrother’s Baby

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11:47 29 November 2024

Updated: 17:01 30 November 2024


A popular actress has controversially announced that she is pregnant with her stepbrother’s baby.

The TV star, 29, met her now-husband, 27, during their teenage years in Melbourne, long before their parents began a relationship of their own.

Their unconventional love story captured public attention following their marriage last year, and now the couple is preparing to welcome a baby girl into the world this December.

The exciting news was shared through a heartfelt video on social media, showing the couple’s reactions to discovering the pregnancy and attending ultrasound appointments.

Alongside these moments, the father-to-be wrote: “Our Christmas Miracle,” while the mother added her own words of excitement: “Can’t wait to meet you,” paired with heart emojis.

Despite their joyful announcement, the couple faces ongoing criticism over their relationship.

Scarlet Vas and Tayo Ricci
The TV star has controversially announced she’s pregnant with her stepbrother’s baby. Credit: @scarletvas/Instagram

One commenter says: “I can’t wrap my head around this relationship. Step-siblings or not, it just feels weird to me.”

A second adds: “I don’t really care who people marry, but I’m curious how their families feel about this situation. Must have been awkward at first!”

Scarlet Vas has been clear that such negativity does not bother the couple.

In an interview with News.com.au, the former Neighbours star explained: “Honestly, it doesn’t affect us because we have each other.”

She added that while she avoids reading most comments, when she does, she often finds the trolling amusing, describing the critics as ‘very entertaining.’ When comments are particularly harsh, the couple sometimes responds.

Vas said: “If something’s really negative, we might comment back,” noting that doing so can often serve as an effective way to disarm their critics.

Scarlet Vas and Tayo Ricci.
The couple are expecting a baby around the festive holidays. Credit: @scarletvas/Instagram

Their story first gained widespread attention in 2021 when a viral video they created jokingly highlighted their family connection.

While initially dismissed by some as a comedic skit, the actress later confirmed the authenticity of their relationship, emphasizing they are ‘definitely not blood-related.’ Despite the public’s curiosity, they have chosen to keep many details of their family dynamics private.

Reflecting on their history, the actress revealed that the pair met through mutual friends when they were just 13 years old.

Over the years, their bond grew stronger, with the pair tying the knot in a stunning wedding held on the Greek island of Mykonos last year.

Scarlet Vas
The couple’s relationship has captured significant attention on social media. Credit: @scarletvas/Instagram

The couple’s relationship continues to attract significant attention, particularly due to their massive social media presence.

Between the two, they boast over eight million followers on Instagram and a staggering 14 million on TikTok.

The actress also enjoys considerable financial success, earning up to $200,000 monthly from her OFs account, where she sometimes collaborates with her husband.

Vas played police officer Mishti Sharma on Neighbours for a brief but memorable stint between 2017 and 2018.

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