Emmerdale star Bradley Johnson, known for his role as Vinny Dingle, has captured hearts on and off-screen. After welcoming his first child with fiancée Sammie, Bradley shares a glimpse into his real-life family joy. What’s it like for the soap star behind the scenes? Get a peek into Bradley’s life as a new father and partner!
Bradley Johnson, beloved for his portrayal of Vinny Dingle on Emmerdale, may have faced tremendous challenges on-screen, losing his wife Liv in a tragic accident. But in real life, Bradley’s journey couldn’t be more different. The 27-year-old actor, originally from Bradford, has found happiness with his fiancée Sammie and their young son, Albie Jake Johnson, who was born on November 19, 2022.
In Emmerdale, Vinny’s heartbreak after Liv’s untimely death during a storm left viewers grieving, but in Bradley’s personal life, he’s thriving in a loving relationship. Bradley and Sammie have been together for over four years and announced their engagement with an adorable post from their trip to Rome, showing Sammie’s sparkling engagement ring in front of the iconic Colosseum.
The couple, who celebrated their one-year anniversary in August 2022, are not just partners in life but share a strong bond on their journey into parenthood. Bradley has embraced fatherhood with open arms, sharing special moments with his son, including a heartwarming visit to the Emmerdale set. Bradley posted a sweet photo of himself and Albie at the famous Dingle Wishing Well Cottage, writing, “Take your baby to work day! Albie got to see the famous Dingle set,” adding even more warmth to his growing family life.
Before Emmerdale, Bradley’s career took flight on the BBC musical competition show Let It Shine, where his audition performance of Les Misérables’ “Bring Him Home” went viral. He’s also had roles in The Syndicate, Shameless, and other projects, but it’s his role as a father that has truly taken center stage recently. His partnership with Sammie, now engaged and parents to little Albie, shows a life filled with love, milestones, and shared memories.
As a new dad, Bradley shares not only his on-screen journey but the joy of fatherhood, which adds another layer to his story — one that fans of Emmerdale will certainly continue to support and celebrate.
Will Bradley continue to share more glimpses of his growing family life on social media? As he juggles both acting and parenthood, it’s clear that his new role as a dad is one he cherishes most.
