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Diversity dancer and I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here star Jordan Banjo has become a dad for the first time after his girlfriend Naomi Courts gave birth to a baby boy.

Revealing their newborn arrived into the world on Monday 7th May, proud dad Jordan took to his Instagram account to announce they've decided to call him Cassius Ashley Banjo. He wrote, 'Myself and @naomiella21 haven’t shared this straight away because we wanted to take some time to appreciate and enjoy the beautiful moment that we had as a family...but on the 07.05.2018 at 12:29am our beautiful son was born! Words cannot describe the feeling of seeing your future come into this world. I’m so proud of mum & baby, both are doing absolutely amazing and @naomiella21 you are a super woman. If I didn’t know it before, I do now, I am the luckiest man there is. Welcome to the world Cassius Ashley Banjo👣'. [sic]

Fans and friends of the dancer were quick to congratulate the happy couple on their news. Comedian Joel Dommett, former Strictly Come Dancing star Ola Jordan and reality star Casey Batchelor all sent their well wishes.

A fan then wrote, 'Huge Congratulations to you both💕fab news!🍼love baby's name too👌❤😚🤗xxxx

Jordan's girlfriend Naomi later shared another adorable photo of the couple's baby. Showing Jordan cradling their tiny son on his chest, Naomi wrote, '07.05.2018 - Cassius Ashley Banjo ❤️'. [sic]

See which other celebrities have welcomed babies into the world in 2018:

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Celebrities who've welcomed babies in 2018 (radio)

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West1 of 35
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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West

Kim Kardashian and her husband Kanye West welcomed their third child via a surrogate in January. The couple later confirmed they've called her Chicago West.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge2 of 35
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge welcomed a baby boy at 11.01am on Monday 23rd April. They decided to call him Prince Louis.

Peter Crouch and Abbey Clancy3 of 35
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Peter Crouch and Abbey Clancy

Footballer Peter Crouch and model Abbey Clancy welcomed their third child into the world in January, a baby boy called Johnny.

Natasha Bedingfield4 of 35
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Natasha Bedingfield

'Unwritten' singer Natasha Bedingfield welcomed her first child into the world in January.

Ore and Portia Oduba5 of 35
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Ore and Portia Oduba

Former Strictly Come Dancing star Ore Oduba and his wife Portia welcomed their first child, a baby boy called Roman.

Gaz Beadle and Emma McVey6 of 35
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Gaz Beadle and Emma McVey

Former Geordie Shore star Gaz Beadle became a dad for the first time when his girlfriend Emma McVey welcomed a baby boy called Chester Raymond in January.

Danny and Georgia Jones7 of 35
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Danny and Georgia Jones

McFly star Danny Jones and his wife Georgia welcomed their first child, a baby boy called Cooper Alf in January.

Heidi Range and Alex Patakis8 of 35
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Heidi Range and Alex Patakis

Former Sugababes singer Heidi Range and her husband Alex Partakis welcomed a baby girl into the world called Aurelia Honey Partakis.

Aston Merrygold and Sarah Richards9 of 35
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Aston Merrygold and Sarah Richards

Former JLS singer and 2017 Strictly Come Dancing contestant Aston Merrygold and his partner Sarah Richards welcomed a baby boy called Grayson Jax.

Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott10 of 35
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Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott

After keeping her pregnancy a 'secret' for nine months, Kylie Jenner revealed she welcomed a baby girl called Stormi with her boyfriend Travis Scott on 1st February.

Coleen and Wayne Rooney11 of 35
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Coleen and Wayne Rooney

After a turbulent 2017, Coleen and Wayne Rooney welcomed their fourth child in February, a baby boy called Cass Mac.

Adam Levine and his wife Behati Prinsloo12 of 35
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Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo

Maroon 5 singer Adam Levine and his wife Behati Prinsloo welcomed their second child into the world in February 2018. The couple welcomed a baby girl called Gio Grace.

Robin Thicke and April Love Geary13 of 35
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Robin Thicke and April Love Geary

'Blurred Lines' singer Robin Thicke and his girlfriend April Love Geary welcomed a baby girl called Mia into the world in February.

Zoe and Brendan Cole14 of 35
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Zoe and Brendan Cole

Strictly Come Dancing star Brendan Cole and his wife Zoe welcomed a baby boy in March.

Katherine Jenkins and Andrew Levitas15 of 35
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Katherine Jenkins and Andrew Levitas

Singer Katherine Jenkins and her husband Andrew Levitas welcomed a baby boy into the world in April, calling him Xander Robert Selwyn Levitas.

Khloe Kardashian and Tristan Thompson16 of 35
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Khloe Kardashian and Tristan Thompson

Khloe Kardashian welcomed her first child with her boyfriend Tristan Thompson. The couple called their daughter True Thompson.

Chrissy Teigen and John Legend17 of 35
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Chrissy Teigen and John Legend

Chrissy Teigen and John Legend welcomed their second child together on the 17th May. Chrissy later revealed the baby's name was Miles Theodore Stephens.

Adam and Caroline Thomas18 of 35
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Adam and Caroline Thomas

Former Emmerdale actor Adam Thomas and his wife Caroline welcomed their second child into the world in May, a baby girl!

Cher Lloyd19 of 35
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Cher Lloyd

Former**** X Factor**** star Cher Lloyd welcomed a baby girl called Delilah-Rae with her husband Craig Monk in May.

Eva Longoria Bastu00f3n and Josu00e9 Bastu00f3n20 of 35
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Eva Longoria Bastón and José Bastón

Eva Longoria Bastón and her husband José welcomed a baby boy called Santiago Enrique Bastón into the world on Tuesday 19th May.

Zara and Mike Tindall21 of 35
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Zara and Mike Tindall

Zara and Mike Tindall welcomed their second daughter into the world in May.The news was released in a statement by Buckingham Palace, it read, 'Mrs Michael Tindall was safely delivered of a baby girl on 18th June, at Stroud Maternity Unit. Mr Tindall was present at the birth. The weight of the baby was 9lbs 3oz.

Helen Flanagan and Scott Sinclair22 of 35
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Helen Flanagan and Scott Sinclair

Coronation Street actress Helen Flanagan and her fiancé Scott Sinclair welcomed their second child into the world in June, a baby girl called Delilah Ruby Sinclair.

Cat Deeley and Patrick Kielty23 of 35
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Cat Deeley and Patrick Kielty

Cat Deeley and Patrick Kielty welcomed their second child in June, a baby boy called James Patrick Kielty.

Jacqueline Jossa and Dan Osborne24 of 35
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Jacqueline Jossa and Dan Osborne

EastEnders actress Jacqueline Jossa welcomed her second daughter into the world with her husband Dan Osborne. The couple decided to call her Mia.

Tom Daley and Dustin Lance Black25 of 35
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Tom Daley and Dustin Lance Black

Tom Daley and Dustin Lance Black announced the birth of their first child with some very cute photos. The baby was named Robbie Ray Black-Daley. Robert is the name of Tom's late dad and also his middle name.

Michael Bublu00e9 and Luisana Lopilato26 of 35
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Michael Bublé and Luisana Lopilato

Michael Bublé and his wife Luisana Lopilato welcomed their third child, a little girl, in July 2018. Luisana took to Instagram to post a photo of the little girl's hand, showing her hospital band.

Joe Wicks27 of 35
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Joe Wicks AKA The Body Coach and Rosie Jones

Joe Wicks and his girlfriend Rosie Jones announced their pregnancy in May 2018, and she gave birth to their daughter two months later on 29th July.

Vogue Williams and Spencer Matthews28 of 35
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Vogue Williams and Spencer Matthews

Newlyweds Vogue Williams and Spencer Matthews welcomed a baby boy into the world on September 5th.

Robbie and Ayda Williams29 of 35
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Robbie and Ayda Williams

After keeping the pregnancy a secret, Robbie and Ayda welcomed a baby girl called Collete (Coco) Josephine Williams, via a surrogate in September.

Christine and Frank Lampard30 of 35
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Christine and Frank Lampard

TV presenter Christine Lampard and her husband, former England footballer Frank Lampard, welcomed their first child together in September. The pair welcomed a baby girl into the world called Patricia Charlotte Lampard.

Josie Gibson31 of 35
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Josie Gibson

Former Big Brother winner Josie Gibson welcomed a baby boy called Reggie-James in September. Her waters broke at her baby shower!

Kate Hudson and Danny Fujikawa32 of 35
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Kate Hudson and Danny Fujikawa

American actress Kate Hudson and her boyfriend Danny Fujikawa welcomed a baby girl into the world in October. The couple decided to call her Rani Rose Hudson.

Pippa Middleton and James Matthews33 of 35
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Pippa Middleton and James Matthews

Pippa Middleton and her husband James Matthews welcomed a baby boy into the world on Monday 15th October, the same day Prince Harry and Meghan Markle confirmed they were expecting.

Hilary Duff34 of 35
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Hilary Duff and Matthew Koma

Former Disney star Hilary Duff announced that she'd given birth to a baby girl with her boyfriend Matthew Koma, who she's been in a relationship with since January 2017. Taking to Instagram, she wrote, 'Banks Violet Bair❤ufe0f this little bit has fully stolen our hearts! She joined our world at home on Thursday afternoon and is absolute magic ✨' [sic]

Jennie McAlpine and Chris Farr35 of 35
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Jennie McAlpine and Chris Farr

Coronation Street actress Jennie McAlpine welcomed her second child into the world in October, a baby girl called Hilda.

Jordan, who came fourth on I'm A Celebrity back in 2016, revealed he was going to become a dad back in January this year.

Speaking to OK! Magazine at the time, Jordan said, "'It took a bit of time for me to get excited about becoming a dad because it's going to be a huge lifestyle change. Right now my greatest responsibility is making sure my phone is charged!"

Jordan first shot to fame when he auditioned and later won Britain's Got Talent with Diversity in 2009.

Performing alongside his brother Ashley Banjo and the likes of Perri Kiely, Sam Craske and Ashton Russell, the group have since enjoyed mammoth success with sold-out tours around the world.

Jordan later entered the I'm A Celebrity jungle in 2016, finishing fourth behind Joel Dommett, Adam Thomas and winner Scarlett Moffatt.

Congratulations to Jordan and Naomi on the birth of their son. 👶

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