'A pinch me moment' - Midlands influencer Rachel Gorry announces twin pregnancy news

Midlands-based influencer and Instagram star Rachel Gorry has announced she is expecting twins with her new partner, almost five years after the death of her husband Daniel.

Rachel confirmed the news in an adorable post on Instagram where she revealed not one but two baby outfits. The news comes seven months after Rachel confirmed her new romance with Adrien Kiernan.

Rachel's late husband, Walsh Island man Daniel Gorry, died after a battle with cancer in April 2020, leaving behind wife Rachel and three young daughters, Leah, Holly and Hannah. The couple were married in 2012 and lived in Offaly. 

PICTURED: Rachel's late husband Daniel who died in 2020

Since then, Rachel has amassed a huge following on Instagram where people have connected with her personal story as she shares snippets of her life and home. Her pregnancy news was announced on Instagram with followers quick to offer their congratulations.

In the post, she said: "Our hearts are so full and soon our hands will be too. Adrien & I are beyond grateful to be expecting not only one baby, but two. We still can’t believe we’re expecting twins…….TWINS, what a pinch me moment!

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"I can’t even begin to tell you how happy and excited our little family is for our new additions to arrive. We’re feeling so unbelievably lucky and blessed. Leah, Holly and Hannah are going to be the best big sisters. We’re all soaking up every moment of pure happiness.

"We are grateful beyond words for this beautiful blessing. Let the twin adventures begin!"

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One follower commented: "What an incredible plot twist to your story, this is so so magical. You need to write a book. Congratulations to you all, special times. Wishing you every happiness in your new chapter."

"I think every single person on here is sobbing right now, couldn’t be happier for your beautiful family, Rachel. You deserve every bit of happiness that comes to you , wow twins how amazing," another added.

Recognise any familiar faces from this lovely gallery of photos from a Longford school graduation back in the day

It was last July Rachel confirmed her new romance but initially chose not to reveal the identify of her new partner. She simply posted a picture of her holding hands with the mystery man with the caption: 'A new chapter.'

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The post attracted hundreds of thousands of interactions, including over 3,500 comments with people wishing her well in her new relationship. 

Speaking on her Instagram stories at the time, Rachel said "she feels 16" such were her nerves over discussing the new relationship. 

"I'm nervous to come on and say hello," she started, adding, "I feel like I'm 16 coming on talking to you, my nerves are shot."

She went on to say: "I wanted to come on just to thank you all. I knew that there was going to be some people that were really happy because I see it all the time in messages and Q&As. People are saying, 'I'd love to see you happy and love to see you with somebody.'"

She said a lot of people told her she was too young to live the rest of her life on her own after the death of Daniel. 

"I couldn't have imagined the response to the post. I genuinely was blown away and overwhelmed. Reading some of the things, I was so emotional," she continued.

Recognise anyone in this gallery of photos from a Longford school graduation?

Rachel was inundated with positive messages after sharing the news. One emotional comment read: "So delighted for you Rachel. I have stage four cancer and I know my days are numbered but what would make me so happy in the future is hoping my gorgeous fabulous hubby fell in love again and helped mind and love our fantastic amazing son. I am so delighted for you and your girls."

Another added: "There are not enough words Rachel to describe just how happy I am for and I have no doubt Daniel worked a bit of magic from above for you to find love and companionship again. Wishing you and your girls the happily ever after you all deserve."