Welsh actor Ioan Gruffudd, best known for his roles in Fantastic Four and Titanic, has announced he’s expecting a baby with his new wife, Bianca Wallace. The news was shared on Father’s Day, sending waves of celebration across social media—but also reigniting public attention on his ongoing feud with ex-wife Alice Evans.
📸 A Heartfelt Father’s Day Reveal
In a touching black-and-white Instagram post, the 51-year-old actor was seen kissing Bianca’s baby bump. The caption read, “Baby Gruffudd poppin’ out to say hello!” The photo captured a tender moment between the newlyweds and instantly drew thousands of likes and well-wishes from fans and friends across the globe.
The announcement comes just two months after their wedding, signaling a new chapter in their relationship. For Bianca, 32, this will be her first child. For Ioan, it’s baby number three—he shares two daughters, Ella (15) and Elsie (11), with ex-wife Alice Evans.
👰 A Love Story in the Spotlight
Ioan and Bianca made their relationship public in October 2021, not long after Ioan’s split from Alice. Their romance quickly escalated into a serious commitment, culminating in a wedding earlier this year. Bianca, an Australian actress and writer, has often shared moments of joy and positivity on social media, despite the challenges of public scrutiny.
Their relationship has been viewed by many as a fresh start for Ioan, who had faced years of emotional and legal turmoil post-divorce.
😔 The Shadow of Heartache: Alice Evans Reacts
While Ioan and Bianca celebrate new life, Alice Evans’s situation remains distressing. The 56-year-old actress, once known for her work in 102 Dalmatians, has publicly shared her struggles since the couple’s 2021 split.
According to sources close to her, the pregnancy news felt like a “gut punch”. Not only was the announcement made on Father’s Day—a particularly sensitive day for single mothers—but it also came during a period of intense hardship for Alice.
She has accused Ioan of neglecting his responsibilities as a co-parent and leaving her in financial ruin. Despite their official divorce in July 2023, the two are still entangled in a bitter dispute over custody and support payments.
🏚 “I Think I’ve Reached Rock Bottom” — Alice’s Plea for Help
Just a month before the baby announcement, Alice revealed a heart-wrenching development: she and her daughters were facing homelessness.
“Four years of hell. And now the girls and I are going to be homeless. Somebody please help,” she wrote in a social media post.
Alice shared that she had 16 days to vacate her Los Angeles home due to non-payment of rent. The post reflected both desperation and humiliation, as she pleaded for a spare room and admitted she was “so embarrassed.”
Fans and friends responded with messages of support, while others questioned why Ioan hadn’t stepped in to help the mother of his children.
💬 A Divisive Story
Public reaction to the baby news has been mixed. While many are happy for Ioan and Bianca, others have voiced criticism, pointing to the insensitive timing and ongoing custody battle. For some, the celebratory tone felt disconnected from the reality that Alice and the children are enduring.
Social media has been flooded with comments ranging from:
“Congratulations! You both deserve this happiness.” To: “How can you post this while the mother of your children begs for shelter?”
🧩 The Bigger Picture
This deeply personal story is now playing out on a global stage, raising questions about:
The obligations of a co-parent post-divorce Mental health support for estranged partners How public figures handle private family matters
For Alice, this isn’t just about heartbreak. It’s about survival.
For Ioan, it’s a new beginning.
And for Bianca, it’s the start of motherhood amid an emotionally charged backdrop.
As the world watches this emotional triangle unfold, one thing is clear: while love may evolve, the responsibilities that come with family never fade. Whether healing can happen in the aftermath of such public hurt remains to be seen. But in the meantime, two young girls are caught in the middle—and their well-being should be everyone’s top priority.
