A host of celebrities has congratulated Bindi Irwin and Chandler Powell on the happy news that they are expecting their first child, amid the devastating coronavirus pandemic.
After the young couple announced the news on Instagram on Tuesday, a number of famous names sent their well-being to the couple.
The likes of Millie Bobby Brown, Perez Hilton, Curtis Stone and Lisa Wilkinson threw over the duo, while cabaret artist and TV star Rove McManus thanked them for spreading the fun just as we needed it. ‘
‘You two keep spreading the fun just when we need it’: Several celebrities congratulate Bindi Irwin and Chandler Powell on their pregnancy news amid devastating COVID-19 pandemic
“You two just stay happily dispersed when we need it,” he wrote.
‘This will undoubtedly be the perfect union of two of the most positive, inspiring, decent and caring people on the planet.
‘I can’t wait to meet the little one and swap khakis together. Congratulations and all the best for a safe and healthy next months. Enormous amount of love from the three of us. ‘
Try times: TV star Rove McManus thanks the couple for ‘spreading the fun just the way we need it’
“This will undoubtedly be the perfect union of two of the most positive, inspiring, decent and caring people on the planet,” he added.
Meanwhile, project star Lisa Wilkinson, 60, said she had “tears in her eyes” after hearing the news.
“Oh these are just the nicest news goers,” Lisa wrote.
‘I have tears in my eyes. What a lucky little! All my love always. And Terri will be the BEST grandmother !!! ‘
Meanwhile, Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown, 16, wrote under Bindi’s Instagram post: ‘Congratulations! So exciting, so happy for both of you. ‘
American Blogger and media personality Perz Hilton quoted: ‘Babies are magic and healed! So pretty!!!’
And Australian chef Curtis Stone added: ‘Great news !!! Congrats. ‘
So Love: The likes of Millie Bobby Brown (pictured), Perez Hilton, Curtis Stone and Lisa Wilkinson threw over the duo
Chiming in: Project star Lisa Wilkinson, 60, said she had ‘tears in her eyes’ after hearing the news
On Tuesday, Bindi, 22, announced that she was expecting her first child with former wakeboarder Chandler, 23.
In an Instagram post, Bindi wrote: ‘Baby Wildlife Warrior due 2021. Chandler and I are proud to announce what we expect!’
‘It is an honor to share this special moment in our lives with you. Although I’m still in my first trimester, we really want you to be a part of our journey from the beginning of this new life chapter. ‘
Baby Joy: On Tuesday, Bindi, 22, announced that she is expecting her first child with former wakeboarder Chandler, 23. The couple is pictured with Terri and Robert Irwin
‘We could not wait to share the news, because this beautiful little being has become the most important part of our lives. Your support means the world to us. ‘
‘Please let me know your best advice and send good vibes & prayers to our little loved one. Love and light. ‘
In the accompanying photo, Bindi and Chandler, 23, posed side-by-side in their Australian Zoo uniforms, holding a small version of the outfit for their little one.
The announcement comes a week after Bindi celebrated her 22nd birthday at the Australian Zoo – her last public appearance before announcing her pregnancy.
Bindi celebrated by feeding the crocodiles, alongside her husband Chandler, brother Robert Irwin and mother Terri Irwin.
The conservator ran upstairs and greeted waiting crowds, ready to put on a death-defying show.
The couple were married less than five months ago on March 25, in a probation ceremony at the Zoo of Australia.
Married: The couple were married less than five months ago on March 25, in a trial at the Zoo of Australia
‘Steve would be so proud’: Meanwhile, shortly after Bindi and Chandler announced their baby news, their mother Terri Irwin shared a heartfelt message on Twitter
The couple had to drive their walk through the hallway, canceling earlier, more extensive wedding plans, due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Meanwhile, shortly after Bindi and Chandler announced their baby news, their mother Terri Irwin shared a heartfelt message on Twitter.
The Irwin matriarch, 56, posted a photo of the expectant couple holding a small version of the Australian Zoo uniform, and also told her followers that the news was bitter after the death of her husband Steve almost 14 years ago.
She began, ‘This is the best day ever! I’m over the month to announce that @BindiIrwin and @ chandlerpowell9 will be having a baby! ‘
Words cannot express the love that fills my heart. ‘While I wish Steve was here to share this wonderful moment, I knew he would be so proud,’ she added.
Steve, died tragically 14 years ago when Bindi was eight years old. The Crocodile Hunter was stabbed in the chest in 2006 by a stingray barb.
Tragic: Steve (pictured), died tragically 14 years ago, when Bindi was eight years old. The Crocodile Hunter was stabbed in the chest in 2006 by a stingray barb
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