'EastEnders' actor Swash to be a father

[Chloe O'brien]

EastEnders star Joe Swash has told his fellow cast-members that he is going to be a father.

The actor - who plays Mickey Miller on the BBC One soap - admitted that he is expecting a baby with on-off girlfriend Emma Sophocleous in May.

A friend told The Sun: "He had a smile from ear to ear when he told everyone and you could tell he was over the moon. He admitted that the pregnancy came as a surprise as he and Emma had only been back dating for a few weeks when it happened.

"But they're determined to provide a happy home for the baby. They've known one another for quite a while and are serious about the future. They're really excited."

[Kim]

That'll be good for him; the character seemed a natural with Aleesha in EastEnders, and Mickey is bound to be like Joe in some respects.

[Katy]

Aww, bless him, although could be argued not a very good role model. but im sure he will be a great dad.

[Footie_Chick]

Yeah especially if he is like his on screen character.

[x Amby x]

This cant be true! Im supposed to be the mother of Joes baby not her!! lol only joking! Aww Joe's going to make an amazing dad! I wish them all the luck in the world x