Liverpool icon enters a new phase of life as daughter Lilly celebrates a milestone year with motherhood.
Former Liverpool captain and footballing legend Steven Gerrard has just embraced an entirely new role – that of a grandfather – after his first daughter, Lilly-Ella, welcomed her first child at the age of 21.
The joyful announcement was made via Instagram, where Lilly shared a touching black-and-white photo of her partner, Lee Byrne, cradling their newborn while leaving the hospital.
She accompanied the image with a heartfelt caption that simply read, “2 becomes 3,” followed by a pink heart and baby emoji, symbolizing the arrival of the couple’s bundle of joy.

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Not only is Steven Gerrard celebrating his daughter’s transition into motherhood, but the entire family is also welcoming its first grandchild – an event that has naturally caught the attention of fans and media alike.
Gerrard and his wife, Alex, are known to be devoted parents to their four children – Lilly (21), Lexie (18), Lourdes (13), and Lio (7) – and have often shared glimpses of their family life through interviews and public appearances.
Lilly’s and Byrne
Interestingly, Lilly’s relationship with Byrne has drawn media attention in the past—not just because of her influencer status, but also due to Byrne’s background as the son of a notorious Irish gangster. Despite the headlines, the couple has remained solid and relatively private since confirming their relationship in October 2022.
Lilly’s motherhood journey comes shortly after her lavish 21st birthday celebration in February. Though the spotlight has often been on her famous father, she is clearly stepping into her own story, now as both a young mother and a growing public figure.
As congratulations continue to pour in, fans of the Anfield legend are finding it hard to believe that the once boyish midfield dynamo—who lifted the Champions League in 2005—has officially joined the granddad club.
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