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Sharon Gaffka Reveals Pregnancy After Tough Start
1 Mar
Summary
- Sharon Gaffka is expecting her first child with fiancé Matthew Torbitt.
- Her pregnancy began with severe morning sickness and skin issues.
- The couple got engaged in December and expect their baby in July 2026.
Reality star Sharon Gaffka, known for her appearance on Love Island and subsequent work as a political activist, has announced she is expecting her first child with fiancé Matthew Torbitt. The couple shared the news on Instagram, showcasing Gaffka's pregnancy with professionally taken photos. The announcement revealed their baby is due in July 2026.
Gaffka, 30, disclosed that the early stages of her pregnancy were difficult. She experienced severe morning sickness and skin issues, which caused her distress and led to the cancellation of planned 30th birthday celebrations in December. Despite these challenges, the couple is celebrating their upcoming arrival.
Their engagement was announced just two and a half months prior to the pregnancy reveal, following a proposal during a holiday in Sweden in December. Gaffka, who has become an advocate for Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) and domestic violence, has previously spoken openly about her past experiences with miscarriage and abortion.
Fiancé Matthew Torbitt, a political commentator and advocate for homelessness and prison reform, also shared the news playfully on social media, referencing their political careers. The pregnancy news follows Gaffka's candid discussions about personal struggles, including a miscarriage in 2021 and a difficult abortion experience in June 2025.
