Aston Merrygold says he doesn't want more children with fiancée Sarah Louise Richards despite insisting fatherhood is the 'best job ever'

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Aston Merrygold insists he will be having no more children despite saying his role as a father is the 'best job ever'.

The JLS singer, 34, who has signed up as a judge on The Masked Singer UK tour, is parent to sons Grayson Jax, four, and Macaulay Shay, 21 months, with fiancée Sarah Louise Richards. 

And, while he admits fatherhood gives him a sense of purpose in his life, he jokingly gave a firm answer at the prospect of bringing more offspring into his family during an appearance on Good Morning Britain on Monday.

Honest: Aston Merrygold, 34, insists he will be having no more children despite saying his role as a father is the 'best job ever'

Honest: Aston Merrygold, 34, insists he will be having no more children despite saying his role as a father is the 'best job ever'

He said: '[Being a dad is the] best thing ever. Best job ever. It gives me reason to get up.'

However, when asked if he plans to have any more children, he stated: 'No. I can't chase three. Two is good for me.'

Meanwhile, Aston spoke out about taking a seat on the judging panel of the upcoming Masked Singer UK tour which kicks off later this month.

Family affair: The JLS singer is parent to sons Grayson Jax, four, and Macaulay Shay, 21 months, with fiancée Sarah Louise Richards (pictured last month)

Family affair: The JLS singer is parent to sons Grayson Jax, four, and Macaulay Shay, 21 months, with fiancée Sarah Louise Richards (pictured last month)

Speaking out: While he admits fatherhood gives him a sense of purpose in his life, he jokingly gave a firm answer of 'no' at the prospect of bringing more offspring into his family

Speaking out: While he admits fatherhood gives him a sense of purpose in his life, he jokingly gave a firm answer of 'no' at the prospect of bringing more offspring into his family

The boyband star competed on the second series of the show as Robin, finishing in third place behind Ne-Yo as Badger and Joss Stone as Sausage.

And the former X Factor contestant says he is going to bring a touch of kindness to the contestants as he knows how tough it can be to perform wearing the elaborate costumes.

He said: 'I’m the empathetic judge. I know how hard it is underneath there. I’m a nice judge.'

Born to perform: Aston has signed up as a judge on The Masked Singer UK tour after finishing in third place on the second series of the show last year

Born to perform: Aston has signed up as a judge on The Masked Singer UK tour after finishing in third place on the second series of the show last year

Unveiled: The boyband star competed as Robin in the show, wearing an elaborate costumes as the judges attempted to guess his true identity from his singing voice

Unveiled: The boyband star competed as Robin in the show, wearing an elaborate costumes as the judges attempted to guess his true identity from his singing voice

Fame game: Aston rose to prominence as a member of band JLS after they competed on The X Factor in 2008 (L-R: Aston, Marvin Humes, Jonathan Gill and Oritsé Williams pictured 2020)

Fame game: Aston rose to prominence as a member of band JLS after they competed on The X Factor in 2008 (L-R: Aston, Marvin Humes, Jonathan Gill and Oritsé Williams pictured 2020) 

Aston will be joined on the panel by actress, singer, and presenter Denise Van Outen, 47, and there will also be a special guest judge at each venue, including former Girls Aloud star Nicola Roberts, 36, in Manchester and Coronation Street cast member Samia Longhchambon, 39, in Liverpool.

On working with Denise, Aston said: 'In terms of talent that I could be sitting next to, she’s done it all. A brilliant voice.'  

It comes after Denise gave her 649,000 Instagram followers a delve into her weekend antics with her latest Instagram post.

Gorgeous: It comes after Denise Van Outen, 47, looked ravishing in a vibrant yellow dress as she let her hair down in Liverpool as The Masked Singer UK tour kicked off this weekend

Gorgeous: It comes after Denise Van Outen, 47, looked ravishing in a vibrant yellow dress as she let her hair down in Liverpool as The Masked Singer UK tour kicked off this weekend

Sharing a string of snaps from her time in Liverpool, the presenter, who recently dumped fiancé Eddie Boxshall after learning of his infidelities, let her hair down as she kickstarted The Masked Singer UK arena tour in the city.

Denise looked ravishing, wearing a vibrant Zeynep Kartal yellow dress, which boasted an off-the-shoulder neckline, mesh detailing and ruffles.

The bubbly star coiffed her blonde locks with natural curls and ensured her makeup was nothing short of spectacular, adding a further pop of colour with bright pink lipstick. 

All smiles: Sharing a string of snaps on Instagram, the presenter, who recently dumped fiancé Eddie Boxshall after learning of his infidelities, kickstarted The Masked Singer UK arena tour

All smiles: Sharing a string of snaps on Instagram, the presenter, who recently dumped fiancé Eddie Boxshall after learning of his infidelities, kickstarted The Masked Singer UK arena tour

Happy days: Denise wore a vibrant Zeynep Kartal yellow dress, which boasted an off-the-shoulder neckline, mesh detailing and ruffles

Happy days: Denise wore a vibrant Zeynep Kartal yellow dress, which boasted an off-the-shoulder neckline, mesh detailing and ruffles

Glowing: The bubbly star coiffed her blonde locks with natural curls and ensured her makeup was nothing short of spectacular, adding a further pop of colour with bright pink lipstick

Glowing: The bubbly star coiffed her blonde locks with natural curls and ensured her makeup was nothing short of spectacular, adding a further pop of colour with bright pink lipstick

Denise incorporated luxury footwear with Terry de Havilland heels, which featured neon hues. 

Truly showcasing the extent of her weekend fun, Denise shared a group photograph with comedian Joel Dommett, JLS hitmaker Aston and Coronation Street's Samia Longchambon at M&S Bank Arena Liverpool. 

Denise used the post's caption to laud Gordon Ramsay's new restaurant, Bread Street Kitchen & Bar. 

She wrote: 'Love LIVERPOOL ❤️@maskedsingerliveuk best time with @joeldommett @astonmerrygold @samia_longchambon @mandsbankarena.' 

Say cheese! Truly showcasing the extent of her weekend fun, Denise shared a group photograph with comedian (from right-left) Joel Dommett, JLS hitmaker Aston and  Coronation Street's Samia Longchambon at M&S Bank Arena Liverpool

Say cheese! Truly showcasing the extent of her weekend fun, Denise shared a group photograph with comedian (from right-left) Joel Dommett, JLS hitmaker Aston and  Coronation Street's Samia Longchambon at M&S Bank Arena Liverpool

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