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04th Jan 2021

Irish Harry Potter star Devon Murray reveals new baby name with adorable snap

Sarah Finnan

Devon Murray

Irish actor Devon Murray and his girlfriend welcomed their first baby together this Saturday.

Best known for his portrayal of Seamus Finnigan in the Harry Potter series, Irish actor Devon Murray confirmed that he became a father for the first time this weekend.

Starting the year off in the most memorable way possible, the Kildare man welcomed a new little boy to the world on Saturday.

Taking to Instagram to announce the exciting news, Devon shared an adorable photo from the hospital room – saying that the news “hasn’t sunk in just yet” and later adding that he is “so amazed” by partner Shannon.

“Yesterday 2/1/21 my life changed forever. Shannon delivered our beautiful little boy ‘Cooper Michael Murray’ weighing 6lbs 10oz. Both are doing amazing now after a very long labour and a scary few minutes at the end.

“It still hasn’t sunk in just yet that we have our very own little boy. I can’t wait to make the most amazing memories with Shannon and Cooper as we begin our little family.

“I’m so amazed by Shannon and she is now my Hero. I’m so proud of her for everything she has gone through. I can’t wait to have you both home. It’s so hard having to leave you both. I will love you both forever until my last breath.”

Fans and friends alike were quick to congratulate the couple in the comments with Harry Potter costar and fellow compatriot Evanna Lynch writing:

“Yayyyy beautiful news!!!! Congratulations Devon and Shannon!!!”

Congratulations indeed and welcome to the world Cooper.

Header image via Instagram/Devon Cooper 

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