Paula Lane, who soap viewers will recognise from Coronation Street and Emmerdale, has announced the arrival of her third child. The actor shared a set of newborn photos on Instagram on January 7, 2026, confirming she and her husband, Tom Shaw, have welcomed a baby boy named Patrick.
The Instagram post that confirmed the birth
Lane’s update was simple and family-focused. The photos showed intimate snapshots from the first days, including Lane holding the baby and a separate image of Shaw cradling their son. Her caption welcomed Patrick by name and expressed how excited the family is to have him here.
The name reveal
The announcement included Patrick’s name up front, which is why coverage quickly framed the story around the name reveal as much as the birth itself. Lane’s caption also referenced the name directly, leaving little ambiguity about what the baby will be called.
A new sibling for Arthur and Penny
Reports note that Patrick joins older siblings Arthur and Penny, making Lane and Shaw a family of five.
Messages from colleagues and fans
The comments quickly filled with congratulations, including messages from fellow soap actors. Coverage highlighted supportive notes from people connected to both shows, reflecting how well-known Lane is across the ITV soap world.
Why audiences know her from both shows
Lane rose to prominence as Kylie Platt on Coronation Street and later joined Emmerdale as Ella Forster, which is why headlines describe her as a familiar face to fans of both soaps.
What is confirmed, and what is being kept private
What is confirmed is what Lane shared herself: the birth announcement, the baby’s name (Patrick), and the family photos posted on January 7, 2026. Details like Patrick’s exact birth date, the location, and any further personal information have not been publicly confirmed in the same way, and it is reasonable to treat them as private unless Lane chooses to share more.
