Photo Credit: 2018 ISHOF Induction
One of our favorite people ever, Becky Adlington, who we inducted in 2019, recently gave birth to daughter, Thea Joy Parsons on February 28, 2026. Thea joins sister Summer, and brother Albie! Congratulations to the whole family.
Below is Becky’s Instagram post after the birth of her and husband Andrew’s daughter:
“What a rollercoaster this whole experience has been. Three years, two miscarriages, 39 weeks carrying our magical rainbow girl, and 87 hours in hospital. 💜
Thea Joy Parsons arrived on 28th February, the very same day my nana, Joyce, passed away. A true full circle moment of life. Joy is a nod to her, and we know Thea will bring us all so much joy.
We are so incredibly happy she is home and healthy. I know so many of you are still waiting for your rainbow, and we are thinking of you, sending so much love and support your way.”
Congratulations to the Adlington/Parsons family from everyone at the International Swimming Hall of Fame! I think you’re due for another trip to South Florida.
Read Rebecca Adlington’s Honoree bio here: https://ishof.org/honoree/honoree-rebecca-adlington/