Shaina Hurley, the popular star of Netflix’s “Love Is Blind,” has announced some joyous news: she is expecting her second child with her husband, Christos Lardakis. A representative for the couple confirmed the exciting development exclusively to PEOPLE. The couple, who married in July 2022, expressed their immense happiness and gratitude as they prepare to welcome another addition to their family.
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In a heartfelt statement, the couple shared, “Our hearts are so full as we prepare to welcome another sweet baby into our family.” They acknowledged the challenges Hurley faced during her previous pregnancy, including a surprising cancer diagnosis, stating, “This season feels even more precious.” Their perspective reflects an appreciation for every moment, as they continue their journey into parenthood. “We don’t take a single moment for granted,” they added, expressing their profound gratitude for the blessings in their lives.
Their second child will join their two-year-old son, Yiorgos, whom they welcomed in February 2024. Hurley and Lardakis shared their joy regarding parenthood, saying, “We are so in love! It has been such an amazing experience becoming parents together.” They have expressed appreciation for their family unit and the happiness their son has brought them, referring to him as their “miracle baby.”
Shaina revealed her pregnancy with Yiorgos in September 2023 and expressed her feelings of gratitude and joy at the time. “We feel so thankful and grateful that we have been given such a blessing. Our hearts are full!” she said in an earlier interview with PEOPLE. However, during her pregnancy, her life took an unforeseen turn when she was diagnosed with cervical cancer.
After the birth of Yiorgos, Hurley underwent two cold knife conisations, procedures aimed at determining the extent of her cancer and hoping to eliminate as much of it as possible. Unfortunately, the first procedure did not yield the results they had hoped for, leading her to undergo a second operation just weeks later. Following this, she delivered encouraging news: “As of June, I’m finally cancer-free,” she told PEOPLE in September 2024.
Hurley first rose to fame on the second season of “Love Is Blind,” where her journey involved complex romantic dynamics with fellow contestants Kyle Abrams and Shayne Jansen. She became engaged to Abrams but ultimately dissolved the relationship and exited the show before making the connection with Lardakis.
The couple’s relationship blossomed into marriage after more than a year of dating, beginning with a courthouse ceremony in July 2022 and culminating in a picturesque celebration in Vouliagmeni, Greece. Their wedding took place only a few months after their engagement was revealed by PEOPLE, in which a source commented on Hurley’s happiness with Lardakis, highlighting his supportive role throughout the tumultuous events surrounding her reality TV experience.
As Hurley and Lardakis prepare to expand their family, they reflect on the support and love they have received during both the joyful and challenging moments of their lives together. They express profound gratitude for their continued blessings and look forward to embracing the journey of parenthood once again.
Fans of “Love Is Blind” and followers of Hurley’s journey will undoubtedly join in celebrating this new chapter for the couple, as they continue to demonstrate resilience and gratitude amidst life’s challenges.