Jess Smith, known for her role as the iconic Sun Baby on the popular children’s TV show Teletubbies, has announced the name of her first child, paying homage to her past in a heartwarming gesture.
Smith, who captured the hearts of viewers as the Sun Baby from 1997 to 2001, recently welcomed her own bundle of joy into the world. While initially keeping details private, she has now shared that her baby girl’s name is Poppy Rae Latham, with the middle name ‘Rae’ serving as a nod to her memorable role on the show.
In an Instagram post, Smith and her partner Ricky joyfully introduced their daughter to the world, writing: “12 days in our lives, 7 days at home, 2 very lucky parents. Please welcome Poppy Rae Latham.”