Singer Ray Quinn has revealed that he and his wife Emily welcomed a son, Rio, who was sadly ‘born sleeping’ in August this year
Ray Quinn has revealed that he and his wife Emily welcomed a son, who was “born sleeping”. The singer, 38, who found fame on The X Factor, took to social media to share the heartbreaking news on Sunday night.
Former Dancing on Ice and Hollyoaks star Ray said in a joint post with wife Emily: “Rio Quinn. Our beautiful boy, born sleeping… 20th August 2026. No words will ever be enough, just a lot of indescribable feelings. Heaven gained the most beautiful little Angel and we were overjoyed when Rio was born and we found out we had a little boy!!
“The last few weeks have been a lot but our saving grace has been each other. We just want to say a special thanks to Becky, Rebecca, Ali, Marie, Sarah & Lorraine @liverpoolwomens and to the HoneySuckle team you go above and beyond, and although it was the most heartbreaking week of our lives you created some of the most beautiful moments and we have such special memories with our boy to keep forever. Thank you!
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“When it’s you that goes through such heartbreaking times like this, you soon find out just how much help and support there is out there. It’s a whole lot more than you’d ever expect. And it’s truly amazing!”
Ray went on to add: “We talk more about this on our YouTube ‘THE QUINNS’. This episode was hard to film and was not a decision we took lightly and honestly something we never thought we would be talking about, but it’s real life and by us opening up and talking about this, we hope it helps those out there who find themselves in a similar situation to us.
“Forever our Angel ‘RIO QUINN.'” The couple were soon flooded with messages of support, with actress Lucy-Jo Hudson commenting: “Ah Ray, Emily, I am heartbroken for you both and your family. Thinking of you at this sad sad time.” Former X Factor vocal coach, Yvie Burnett, added: “Oh my goodness. So so sorry and sending so much love to you both.”
Singer Sam Bailey penned: “Oh, Ray, I’m so sorry, my darling. No one should ever have to go through this. Be strong, babe!!!! Sending love to you all at this difficult time.”
Ray and Emily married one another in 2023, six years after the couple first met. He had previously been married to Emma Stephens, who he shares his son Harry with.
If you have been affected by this story, advice and support can be found at Sands (stillbirth and neonatal death charity). You can call them on 0808 164 3332 or email helpline@sands.org.uk
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