The professional Strictly dancers announced the happy news of their daughter’s birth this morning with an adorable photo of the young family
Janette Manrara and Aljaz Skorjanec have put careful thought into their baby daughter’s name, which has a sweet link to their beloved Strictly.
The professional dancers announced the happy news of their daughter’s birth this morning with an adorable photo of the young family. Janette lay in a hospital bed with their daughter in her arms while Aljaz looked happier than ever as he gazed into the camera. Sharing the photo on Instagram, she wrote: “Lyra Rose Skorjanec. July 28, 2023.”
And the meaning behind their daughter’s name as a touching connection to their love of dance and music. Of Greek origin, it originates from the myth of Orpheus’ legendary lyre – or harp – which was said to have played music so beautiful that it could move all animals, trees and even gods. The lyre was placed into the heavens as a consellation, with the name Lyra considered a gift for music-loving parents as a reminder to their child to reach for the stars.
The couple’s co-stars and friends rushed to the comments to congratulate them, with Gemma Atkinson writing: “Just wonderful.” While James Jordan wrote: “So happy for you both. Sending love from the Jordans.”