Leona Lewis reveals she's expecting first child with cute photo

The former X Factor star is pregnant!

Author: Alex RossPublished 24th Mar 2022

Former X Factor winner Leona Lewis has announced she's expecting her first child with her husband Dennis Jauch.

Leona, famed for huge hits such as 'Bleeding Love' and 'Run', took to Instagram to announce her lovely news, sharing a sweet snap of her growing bump. She captioned the shot with: 'Can’t wait to meet you in the Summer ❤️'. (sic)

Leona's A-list friends and fans were quick to comment on the post. Natasha Bedingfield wrote: 'Omg yes !', with Jordin Sparks adding: 'OMG CONGRATULATIONS!!! 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍'.

Perez Hilton then wrote: 'THE BEST NEWS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!', with a friend then writing: 'Wahhhhh wahhhh wahhhhhhhhh BABES!! So so so happy for you both!! CONGRATULATIONS YOU DESERVE IT ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️'. (sic)

Check out which other celebs are expecting babies in 2022:

Sophie Kasaei and Jordan Brooks

TOWIE stars Sophie Kasaei and Jordan Brooks announced in December they are expecting their first child together! The couple have publicly documented their struggles to conceive, but announced the amazing news on social media that they are going to be parents. The pair revealed on the 2025 TOWIE Christmas special that their bundle of joy is due in mid-June 2026.

Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen

Actress and singer Hailee Steinfeld and her NFL husband Josh Allen announced in December they were expecting their first child together. The couple shared their happy news on Instagram with a cute video, showing off Haliee's bump.

Mathew Horne and Celina Bassili

Gavin and Stacey star Mathew Horne and his wife Celina Bassili announced in December they are expecting their second child together, a baby girl due in March 2026.

Jack P. Shepherd and Hanni Treweek

Coronation Street actor Jack P. Shepherd and his wife Hanni Treweek announced in February 2026 that they are expecting their first child together, six weeks after getting married! Sharing a cute video to Instagram, where Hanni showed off her bump, the pair wrote: 'We've been keeping a secret… June 2026'.

Emily Faye Miller and Cam Holmes

Reality couple Emily Faye Miller and Cam Holmes announced in February they are expecting twins! The couple, who met on Netflix series Too Hot To Handle, are already proud parents to their son Reggie.

Gary Beadle and Maia Ellen

Geordie Shore star Gary Beadle announced in late February that his girlfriend, Maia Ellen, is expecting the couple's first child. Gaz is already a proud dad to his son, Chester, and daughter, Primrose, whom he shares with his ex-wife, Emma McVey.

Taylor Lautner and Taylor Lautner

Actor Taylor Lautner and his wife Taylor Lautner, announced they are expecting their first child in a cute post in March. The pair, who posed for photos in a field alongside their baby scan, wrote: 'What's better than two Taylor Lautners?🤍'. (sic) In June, the couple then announced they are expecting a baby girl.

Vogue Williams and Spencer Matthews

In April 2026, TV presenter Vogue Williams and her husband, reality star Spencer Matthews, announced they were expecting their fourth child together! The pair shared the news on Instagram whilst on holiday in St Barts, alongside their children, seven-year-old Theodore, five-year-old Gigi, and three-year-old Otto.

Lucy Watson and James Dunmore

Made In Chelsea couple Lucy Watson and James Dunmore announced in April they were expecting their second child together. The pair shared a selection of cute images to social media, writing: 'our family is growing 🥹🤍'. (sic)

Natalie Portman

Actress Natalie Portman announced in April that she's expecting her third child, her first with French partner Tanguy Destable. Speaking to Harper's Bazaar, she said: "Tanguy and I are very excited. I'm just very grateful. I know it's such a privilege and a miracle."

Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank

Buckingham Palace announced in May 2026 that Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank are expecting their third child. The news was also shared on the Princess' Instagram account, where she shared a photo of her songs August and Ernest holding a baby scan.

Sam Aston and Briony Gardner

Coronation Street's Sam Aston is expecting his fourth child with wife Briony Gardner, announced via a hilarious Instagram video. The clip shows him dragging his three children across the floor; as they exit, the youngest holds ultrasound pictures. He captioned it: 'Here we go again… baby Aston #4'.


Sam, who has played Chesney Brown since 2003, received congratulatory messages from co-stars like Sally Ann Matthews and fans praising the creative reveal.

Kaley Cuoco

The Big Bang Theory star Kaley Cuoco announced in June that she's expecting her second child with her fiancé Tom Pelphrey. Sharing the news on Instagram, she wrote: 'completing our little family , what a dream come true ! 💖 This second time around journey has been a little windier in many ways , but wow we are so grateful for this moment!! Little sissy on the way!!! @tommypelphrey girl dad for life 🎀 and yes, the last pic is our dainty princess giving us the middle finger!🤦🏼‍♀️😆'. (sic)

Leona and Dennis first started dating back in 2010, with the pair going on to get married in July 2019 at Sting's estate in Tuscany, Italy.

The stunning ceremony was attended by 180 of the couple's close family and friends, including some huge names in the world of showbiz.

Dennis is a German-born choreographer, creative director, and dancer.

Since winning The X Factor way back in 2006, with over 60% of the vote at the time, Leona has gone on to major success both in the UK and America.

Releasing hits like 'Bleeding Love', 'Better In Time' and 'Footprints In The Sand', Leona also dropped Christmas hit 'One More Sleep', which has gone on to become one of the most popular modern Xmas hits around.

Leona has also had major success on Broadway, appearing in Cats the musical, as well as the film Walking on Sunshine.

In more recent years, Leona has appeared on TV panel shows such as The X Factor: Celebrity, The Voice UK and I Can See Your Voice.

Congratulations to Leona and Dennis on their lovely news! 👶

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