EastEnders cast share the love after Matt Lapinskas’ baby announcement

Matt Lapinskas and Karina Hind’s sweet baby announcement (Picture: Instagram/Matt Lapinskas) Former EastEnders star Matt Lapinskas has been showered with love from his old co-stars after announcing some very special news: he’s going to be a dad! The actor, best known to soap fans as Anthony Moon, revealed that he and his wife Karina Hind are expecting their first child, with their little one due to arrive in 2027. Matt, 37, shared the adorable announcement on Instagram on Tuesday (August 25th), revealing that becoming parents is something the couple have been hoping for for a long time. In a sweet video, Karina can be seen gently stroking her husband’s arm before the camera moves down to reveal Matt wearing a pair of tiny white newborn socks on his fingers. If that wasn’t enough to melt hearts, Karina then proudly holds up black-and-white scan pictures of their unborn baby. Alongside the clip, Matt wrote: ‘Our greatest role yet… coming 2027.’ ‘Our next role begins in 2027…’ (Picture: Instagram/Matt Lapinskas) Explaining just how much the moment means to them, he continued: ‘After a long time hoping, dreaming and wishing for this moment, our little miracle is finally on the way. ‘Our hearts are completely full, and we feel incredibly blessed to be stepping into our new roles as Mum & Dad.’ The couple added that while life together had already been ‘an adventure’, becoming parents was the next chapter they had dreamed about more than anything. Ask Metro Use AI to go deeper into the stories you care about – powered by Metro and trusted publications. ‘We can’t wait to meet you, little one,’ the post continued. ‘The Lapinskas family is growing by one. Unsurprisingly, the gorgeous announcement was quickly flooded with messages from friends, fans and some familiar faces from Matt’s soap days. Matt appeared in EastEnders as Anthony Moon between 2011 and 2012 (Picture: BBC) Tony Discipline, who played Matt’s on-screen EastEnders brother Tyler Moon, was among those celebrating the news, commenting: ‘Amazing news,’ alongside a heart. Former X Factor star and Matt’s pal Amelia Lily was equally delighted, writing: ‘Congratulations guys! So so happy for you both.’ Fans also piled into the comments to share their excitement, with one writing: ‘Oh my god! Congratulations to you both! So happy for you. You deserve it.’ Another added: ‘Congratulations guys great news,’ while others predicted that Matt and Karina would make wonderful parents. The happy news marks another major milestone for the couple, who became engaged in 2024. Matt pulled out all the stops for his proposal during a romantic trip to Dubai, taking Karina for an evening walk on the beach with the city’s famous skyline providing a rather impressive backdrop. He first presented his then-girlfriend with a letter before getting down on one knee. Karina, a stage actress who has performed in Matilda the Musical, was visibly stunned by the surprise and covered her face with her hands before accepting. The pair went on to tie the knot at the stunning Hedsor House in Buckinghamshire in 2025. Soap fans will remember Matt from his time in Walford as Anthony Moon between 2011 and 2012, appearing in more than 100 episodes alongside Tony as his brother Tyler. After leaving Albert Square, Matt swapped the Vic for the ice rink when he competed on Dancing on Ice in 2013 with professional skater Brianne Delcourt. The pair made it all the way to the final, finishing runners-up to Olympic gymnast Beth Tweddle and Daniel Whiston. He has since continued acting, including a guest appearance in Hollyoaks and stage work. Deals of the Day Shop MySweetSmile's biggest Bank Holiday offers before they end Back-to-school shopping just got a lot cheaper thanks to Primark The back-to-school essential parents forget every year – and it could cost them Simba's cooling mattresses are now up to 30% off ahead of the bank holiday The best hosepipe ban-friendly products to protect your garden this summer But Matt and Karina now have their most exciting chapter yet on the way, and judging by the reaction to their announcement, there are already plenty of people eagerly awaiting the newest member of the Lapinskas family. The Soaps Newsletter – Daily All the latest soaps spoilers and gossip, in your inbox every morning.