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'I was told I couldn't have children - what happened next changed my life' says Hannah Waddingham

Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham opens up about her journey with infertility and welcoming her miracle daughter Kitty - who could be following in her star-studded footsteps

Hannah is famed for her work on screen in shows such as Ted Lasso and on stage across the West End and BroadwayHer family heritage brims with operatic talent; both her parents were singers, which might explain Kitty's natural flair. She then auditioned for Ted Lasso, participating in a two-hour chemistry reading with Jason Sudeiki s. Upon finding out they were filming in Richmond, south west London, she was hopeful for the iconic role of Rebecca Welton, but didn't think she'd get it. She was overjoyed after being offered a role in Ted Lasso, particularly for it's close-to-home filming locationHannah is no stranger to the spotlight, having graced both the big and small screen, as well as treading the boards in West End and Broadway shows like The Wizard Of Oz, Spamalot – which earned her an Olivier Award nomination – and Into The Woods, just to name a few.

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