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Lottie Gibbons

EastEnders star Dean Gaffney becomes grandad aged 43

EastEnders star Dean Gaffney has become a grandfather at the age of 43.

He announced one of his twin daughters, Chloe, recently gave birth.

Dean, who played Robbie on the Walford soap, shared a picture on Instagram, cradling his new grandaughter, Mimi.

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In the cute snap, Dean holds Mimi, who was born on July 7, in his arms.

He wrote: "I am very happy to announce I am a GRANDAD I can’t believe my baby is now a mother, proud is an understatement. Chloe and Declan you’re going to be amazing parents.

"Welcome to this crazy world, my beautiful granddaughter Mimi."

He added: "Baby Mimi, born: 07.07.2021...7 pounds 14oz. Just to thank everyone in advance.

"I know I don’t look old enough to be a father let alone a grandfather!"

The actor shares twins, Chloe and Charlotte, with his ex-girlfriend Sarah Burge.

After dating for 22 years, Dean and Sarah split in June 2015.

Dean is also known for his appearance on the 2006 series of I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!

Dean eventually left the jungle in fifth place.

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