Some birthdays come with surprises, but Sofia Mattsson’s this year came with an unforgettable gift — a little miracle ahead of time!
The beloved General Hospital star announced on June 26 that her baby girl had arrived just in time to make her birthday extra special. “I couldn’t ask for a better birthday than spending it with my girl, who’s a little over one month today!” she wrote in an Instagram post, revealing that her daughter was born on May 21.
Bursting with gratitude, the actress shared, “Thank you so much for all the birthday wishes! [I’m] feeling very grateful.”
Of course, the heartwarming post drew an outpouring of love from friends and co-stars. Katelyn MacMullen (Willow) adorably greeted the little one with, “Hi, little one!” while Laura Wright (Carly) gushed over the newborn, calling her “oooh so beautiful!”
Mattsson, who shares a nearly 2-year-old son with her husband Thomas Payton, had been working tirelessly well into her pregnancy. “Filming at 38+ weeks,” she revealed back in May, jokingly adding, “Let’s hope my water doesn’t break during the scenes!”
Her castmates, as always, were ready for any plot twist, on-screen or off. “I’ve got my catcher’s mitt on standby, girl,” quipped Kate Mansi (Kristina). After all, in the unpredictable world of Port Charles, anything can happen!
As fans celebrate this joyful news, the soap star’s life off-screen seems just as captivating as her on-screen drama. Before you go, don’t forget to explore the gallery below featuring other soap stars and their adorable real-life kids. Trust us, these sweet snapshots will leave you utterly charmed!
Could Sofia’s next adventure as a mom inspire more real-life moments to shine through in her character? Only time will tell!
