Peppa Pig’s family has officially grown — as Mummy Pig has given birth to her third piglet, a baby girl adorably named Evie.

The announcement was made live on ITV’s Good Morning Britain on Tuesday morning, delighting viewers with the surprise update from the beloved animated family.

New Arrival Revealed Live on GMB

Entertainment reporter Richard Arnold, 55, broke the joyful news on air just after 5.30am, saying:

“It brings me great joy to announce she’s here. Daddy Pig has just shared these pictures with me.”

The newborn’s name — Evie — was revealed to be a tribute to Mummy Pig’s aunt, bringing a sweet personal touch to the growing piggy family.

A photo shared on GMB’s Instagram account showed the animated newborn making her social media debut, with the caption confirming her safe arrival.

Build-Up to the Birth

Mummy Pig’s pregnancy storyline has been building over recent months, first revealed in a special animated segment aired on GMB in February.

Then in April, the family announced they were expecting a girl, building anticipation among Peppa Pig fans of all ages.

The new baby joins big siblings Peppa and George, rounding out the animated household with a perfect trio of piglets.

Fan Reactions and Cultural Impact

Fans of the globally popular children’s series flooded social media with congratulations and well wishes, with hashtags like #WelcomeEvie and #PeppaPigBaby trending on X (formerly Twitter) by mid-morning.

Many parents praised the show’s decision to expand the family as a relatable and positive storyline for young children watching the show.