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Rachel Shenton Shares Sweet Photo of Newborn Son During All Creatures Great and Small Break

by daisy

Rachel Shenton, acclaimed for her role as Helen Alderson in All Creatures Great and Small, recently marked a significant personal milestone. On May 7, 2025, she shared a touching Instagram post celebrating one month since the birth of her son, Orson Wilde Shenton Overton. The photo features Rachel lovingly cradling her newborn, with a blue heart emoji placed over his face to maintain his privacy. Accompanying the image, she wrote: “1 month. So in love… and so tired!”

Orson was born on April 9, 2025, arriving earlier than expected. Rachel expressed profound gratitude to the staff at Royal Stoke Maternity Unit for their exceptional care during their extended hospital stay. She shared her joy and appreciation on social media, stating: “On the 09.04.2025 my dream came true….Welcome to the world, Orson Wilde Shenton Overton….Our hearts are yours.” She also added hashtags like #homesafely, #NHS, and #grateful to convey her thankfulness.

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Rachel and her husband, Chris Overton, an actor and director, have been together since meeting on the set of Hollyoaks in 2010 and married in 2018. The couple gained acclaim for their short film The Silent Child, which won an Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film in 2018.

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As Rachel embraces motherhood, she continues to connect with her All Creatures Great and Small co-stars. She recently reshared a photo from fellow actor Nicholas Ralph, capturing a moment with cast members Callum Woodhouse, Samuel West, and Anna Madeley during a meal together. In her caption, Rachel expressed her affection and anticipation: “Miss you all… see you soon.”

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Fans of the series can look forward to seeing Rachel return in the upcoming season, where her character Helen navigates life as a new mother, mirroring Rachel’s own recent experiences. Behind-the-scenes glimpses have shown Rachel’s character pushing a pram, hinting at the heartwarming developments to come.

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