ITV Share By Rebecca Sayers 19th March 2025 By Rebecca Sayers 19th March 2025 Former Emmerdale star Asan N’jie welcomes first baby 6 years after soap axe Asan's final appearance was in 2019 Ellis Chapman Emmerdale Cast News Share By Rebecca Sayers 19th March 2025 By Rebecca Sayers 19th March 2025 Former Emmerdale cast member Asan N’jie has welcomed his first baby, six years after he was axed from the show as Ellis Chapman. Asan N’jie has taken to Instagram to share the happy news that he and his girlfriend have welcomed their first child together. The star was on Emmerdale for just over one year, from September 2018 to October 2019, until he was sacked and immediately stopped filming. Asan N’jie welcomes first child (Credit: ITV) Former Emmerdale star Asan N’jie welcomes first baby But he has taken to Instagram to show the world his first son. The proud new dad posted a series of pictures of him and his girlfriend Kirsty cuddling up to their baby boy. He announced his baby’s name is Leo-Mekailu. He simply captioned the post: “Leo-Mekailu N’jie.” article continues below Read all the latest spoilers Some of his Emmerdale co-stars were among those who rushed to congratulate him on his newest arrival. Michelle Hardwick, who plays Vanessa, commented: “Congratulations to all of you. Tracy actress, Amy Walsh, commented: “Aww such gorgeous news babe! Congratulations!” While, Isabel Hodgins, who plays Victoria penned: “Congratulations! He is so perfect and precious”. Asan only revealed he and Kirsty were expecting a baby last month, when he captioned an Instagram post: “Can’t wait to meet Liccle baby boy.” The former Emmerdale star played Ellis Chapman until he was sacked after an incident at the 2019 TV Choice Awards. Asan played Ellis for one year (Credit: ITV) Why was Asan sacked from Emmerdale? He was reportedly caught on camera arguing with Hollyoaks star, Charley Webb’s brother, Jamie Lomas. However, Asan can reportedly be heard saying to Jamie: “Do you think you are a big man? I am going to [bleep] kill you.” Then he was reportedly heard whispering that he was going to “knife” Jamie. After the video was released online, Asan’s contract was immediately terminated and the role of Ellis was recast. Aaron Anthony took over the role. However, Asan quickly apologised for his actions. He said at the time: “My behaviour at the TV Choice Awards was completely unacceptable and very much out of character. “I sincerely apologise to everybody who has been affected, especially Jamie Lomas, the whole Emmerdale team, our audience, ITV, my family and the organisers of the TV Choice Awards.” Earlier today (March 19) he shared another snap on Instagram where he was holding his newborn baby on his chest, while his dog lay beside them. Although he is still acting, as he gave fans a tease of whats coming up this year. Asan penned: “Got some really cool projects out this year. Hope you all enjoy watching as much as I enjoyed filming. Over and out.” [boxout] Read more: Gemma Atkinson disappoints with latest comments on Carly Hope return [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BbQDdSGsgME?si=hetrcZb3YGobBf_J] Emmerdale usually airs weeknights at 7.30pm on ITV, with an early release at 7am on ITVX. Classic Emmerdale usually airs weekdays at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.40pm and 2.10pm on ITV3. Follow our Facebook page @EmmerdaleInsider for the latest Emmerdale cast news, spoilers and gossip. Or find us on Twitter @EmmerdaleInside. Leave us a comment, we want to know your thoughts! Share this:Click to share on X (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) Good to Know Share By Rebecca Sayers 19th March 2025 By Rebecca Sayers 19th March 2025
