Joe Sugg and his pregnant partner Dianne Buswell have been sharing a series of hilarious optical illusion snaps this week as they patiently await the arrival of their first child. The couple, who announced their pregnancy in September, are expecting their baby any day now and have turned to creative Instagram posts to pass the time.
Funny Photos to Pass the Time
On Wednesday, Joe posted amusing images of Dianne's baby bump with his head positioned above it, creating an optical illusion that made it appear as if the bump was part of his body. In the caption, he humorously wrote, "Baby is taking so long to arrive that we’ve resorted to taking photos like this to pass the time..." This lighthearted approach has delighted their fans, offering a glimpse into their joyful anticipation.
Debunking a Fake AI Announcement
Last month, Joe was forced to address a bizarre incident where a fake baby announcement circulated online. The YouTuber took to Instagram to clarify that Dianne was still "very much pregnant," branding the fabricated image as "AI malarkey." In a video update, he expressed concern for the "Facebook generation" and explained how family and friends had mistakenly congratulated him based on the AI-generated photo.
Speaking in the clip, Joe said, "So I had loads of family and friends messaging me being like 'congrats on the news. We thought you'd tell us first before the internet.' This is AI. Look, that's not me. I don't know who that is, but it's not me. I mean, I'd take it!" He joked about wishing he looked like the AI version, but emphasized it was not him or Dianne, adding, "And that's not our baby. Although, I do hope he's that cute." Dianne then appeared on screen to confirm, "I am still very much pregnant," with Joe concluding, "Yeah, he's not here. It's AI. Um, AI, it's getting scary."
Addressing Pregnancy Trolls
This comes after Dianne defiantly hit back at cruel trolls who criticized her for frequently showing her baby bump online. Throughout her pregnancy, the Strictly Come Dancing star has documented her journey in a series of funny and relatable clips, often wearing crop tops, rolled-up T-shirts, and sports bras that display her growing bump.
In response to the negativity, Dianne shared a TikTok video this week with her bump on full display, overlaying text that read one of the trolls' complaints: "But why do you always have your belly out?" The clip featured her dancing to the song "That's the Way (I Like It)" by KC and the Sunshine Band, captioned, "Because that's the way I like it!" Fans flooded the post with support, praising her for not hiding and condemning the outdated opinions critiquing her body.
Counting Down to Due Date
Last week, Dianne marked her final day of work as she counts down the days until her due date. The couple has been busy preparing for their son's arrival and has kept their followers updated with regular pregnancy updates. Their journey has been a mix of humor, resilience, and openness, resonating with many who appreciate their candid approach.
As they await their baby's birth, Joe and Dianne continue to share moments of joy and laughter, from optical illusions to addressing online challenges, showcasing their positive outlook amidst the excitement and anticipation of becoming first-time parents.
