More family time for Michelle

Michelle Keegan's series Ten Pound Poms has been axed, so the actress is enjoying precious moments with her baby daughter, a source tells new

- Kenzi Devine

Following the news that the Michelle Keegan-led BBC series Ten Pound Poms has been axed after just two series, what might be seen as a blow for the actress could actually represent a "fresh start", a source tells new.

Sadly, it was confirmed last week that the popular period drama, set in Australia in the 1950s, which first hit our screens in 2023, would not be renewed for a third season.

But our source claims that, though disappointed, former Corrie star Michelle will be making the most of having more time off – and not having to fly to the other side of the world for long periods – as it means more quality time with husband Mark and their daughter Palma.

“With Michelle, her career is everything. She loves her family and absolutely loves being a mother, but that doesn’t mean she’s not gutted that Ten Pound Poms has been cancelled,” the source claims. “Despite that, she’s definitely found more balance since having Palma, and Mark is always so supportive, so she isn’t complaining.”

Michelle and her husband of 10 years, former TOWIE star Mark, became parents for the first time in March.

“Together we have a new love to share... Our little girl,” the couple wrote to announce Palma’s birth.

Before having their baby girl, Michelle spent months away at a time to film Ten Pound Poms, which is both set in and filmed in Australia.