You might remember Scarlet Vas as Mishti Sharma, the lovable policeman from the Australian soap opera Neighbours.
But what you might not know is that she’s been on quite the journey since leaving the show in 2018. Not only did she marry her stepbrother, Tayo Ricci, last year, but the couple is now expecting a baby girl!
A Family Connection
Scarlet and Tayo met as teenagers in Melbourne, and their parents eventually started dating. Yeah, it’s a bit unconventional, but the couple has always maintained that they’re not blood-related. Despite the initial shock, their families have been super supportive of their relationship.
The Big Announcement
This year, Scarlet and Tayo took to social media to share the exciting news of their pregnancy. They posted a heartfelt video of themselves finding out about the pregnancy and attending ultrasound appointments. The caption? “Baby Ricci. Our Christmas Miracle” ❤️
Dealing with Trolls
Of course, not everyone was thrilled about their relationship. But Scarlet and Tayo aren’t letting the haters get them down. “Honestly, it doesn’t affect us because we have each other,” Scarlet told news.com.au. She even finds the trolls “entertaining” and often has a laugh when she reads the comments. If something’s really negative, they might comment back – and it usually works as a great way to disarm the trolls!
Going Viral
You might remember when Scarlet and Tayo first went viral in 2021 with a video captioned: “I fell in love with my bf’s best friend… who happens to be my step-bro.” Despite admitting it was a skit, Scarlet insisted that their relationship was very much real. And it looks like their fans agree – they boast a massive social media following with over 8 million combined followers on Instagram and 14 million on TikTok!
The Wedding of Dreams
Despite the criticism, Scarlet and Tayo tied the knot in an idyllic ceremony in Mykonos, Greece last year. It was a beautiful celebration of their love, and we can’t help but be happy for them.
What’s Next?
With their baby girl on the way, Scarlet and Tayo are gearing up for the next chapter of their lives. And with Scarlet’s lucrative content – which sometimes features her husband – they’re set up for a comfortable future. Will they share more of their parenting journey on social media? We can’t wait to find out! ♀️