Bobby Brazier 'didn't know what to believe' as younger brother Freddy to become a dad

Bobby Brazier has shared his feelings about becoming an uncle as his younger brother, Freddy, prepares to become a father. The 22-year-old actor has revealed he is "excited" by the news that his sibling is to become a dad.

Bobby, who played Freddie Slater in EastEnders since 2022, is the eldest son of TV star Jeff Brazier, 46, and late reality star Jade Goodie - who died in 2009 at the age of 27 following a battle against cancer. It was revealed this month that younger brother Freddy, 20, is expecting a child with an ex-girlfriend.

And it is clear that all the Braziers cannot wait to welcome a new addition to their family. Soon-to-be granddad Jeff has already spoken out about the way he hopes to support his youngest son.

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And now Bobby has also shared his thoughts on the upcoming arrival. Opening up to The Sun, Bobby said: “My dad broke the news to me about Freddy.

"I didn’t know what to believe to begin with. I’m looking forward to becoming an uncle - a funcle. We are excited."

Bobby went on to explain that the baby will bring the family together closer than ever before. He gushed: "It’s going to be a team effort. Undoubtedly it will bring us together.

"My dad is uber supportive and I’m hoping I can take some of that and raise the baby together.” The statement follows positive reports of Freddy reconnecting with his dad, Jeff.

In a recent social media post, Freddy praised his dad’s stage debut after watching him in a production of 101 Dalmatians, writing: "I’ve now been to watch 101 Dalmatians three times. Some would say Fred you got a lot of time on your hands don’t ya? Well yes I do got too much time on my hands actually!

But I just love watching my Dad at work and having fun and smiling, it makes me smile. I’ve Loved watching my Dad and the rest of the cast in the show as has everyone that I’ve gone with or spoke to. What a great show if you haven’t watched it you’ve got till the 30th so hurry up!!"

Jeff responded to his son's tribute with an emotional comment that hinted at hopes of a more personal reconciliation at home. He wrote: "This is beautiful Fred thank you for taking the time. I love you forever and I’m there for you through thick and thin. Hopefully see you at home tonight x"

There had been reports of friction between the father and son after it was reported Jade's mother, Jackiey Budden, 68, had come between them. And there have also been reports that Bobby is moving to India to to "immerse himself" in the Hare Krishna movement and pursue a spiritual journey.

The reports have hinted at tensions within the Brazier family - but online posts by the three men suggest they family is united and as strong as ever.

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