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EastEnders actor becomes a dad for the first time as he shares sweet first snap with baby

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EASTENDERS star Micah Balfour has become a first time dad.

The actor, who plays Junior Knight, shared a sweet snap of his newborn's hand on Instagram, along with a love heart emoji.

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Micah Balfour's baby has arrivedCredit: Instagram / @micahb4
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He and partner Nat announced their pregnancy news last AugustCredit: Instagram

Micah, 46, received lots of well-wishes with Ben Richards writing: "Congratulations brother x."

One follower said: "Massive congratulations!!!!! Thrilled for you all!!!!"

Another posted: "Congratulations welcome to fatherhood enjoy every minute x.";

A third shared: "glad they’re here safely!"

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Micah and his partner Nat announced their pregnancy news last August, posting a teddy bear and a sign that read: "We're expecting baby Balfour February 2025."

While new mum Nat wrote that it was "our best adventure yet".

The couple celebrated their fifth anniversary nine weeks ago. Nat said: "5 Years with my love, where’s the time gone?! Bring on the next 5 baby."

Micah's character Junior character has caused trouble for the long-standing residents of Walford since his debut last year.

The soap hunk had an affair with Cindy Beale, who is played by Michelle Collins, but was brutally ditched after falling for her.

She felt frustrated with her husband, Ian (Adam Woodyatt) and turned to Junior after becoming disillusioned with their relationship.

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Micah Balfour and Michelle Collins in a scene from EastEnders.
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Micah's character Junior had an affair with Cindy BealeCredit: BBC
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