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Erin Krakow’s Family Update Leaves ‘Hearties’ Sobbing
Erin Krakow Returns to Hope Valley with Her Growing Family for Season 14!
The Big News: A Family Trip to Vancouver
Erin Krakow—the actress who plays Elizabeth Thornton on the Hallmark Channel show When Calls the Heart—is heading back to film Season 14! But this time, she isn’t traveling alone. She is bringing her whole family along for the adventure.
Here is the quick rundown of her travel crew:
- Erin Krakow (Mom & Star of the Show)
- Ben Rosenbaum (Dad & Co-star, plays Mike Hickam)
- Their Baby Daughter (Born in April 2025)
- Willoughby (The Family Dog )
Important Point: This is a rare peek into Erin’s private life! She usually keeps her family off social media, so this update was a very special treat for fans.
From Co-Stars to Real-Life Family
Erin and Ben’s love story reads like a script from the show itself.
- 2014: Erin joins When Calls the Heart as Elizabeth Thornton on the very first episode.
- Recent Years: Ben Rosenbaum joins the cast as Mike Hickam. The two fall in love behind the scenes.
- 2025 (Early Year): The couple secretly gets married!
- April 2025: They welcome their first daughter into the world.
- July 2025: The family of four (plus dog!) boards a plane to Vancouver to film Season 14.
The "Plane Selfie" Heard ‘Round the World
On July 29, Erin posted a carousel of photos on Instagram showing the family at the airport and on the plane.
Her Caption: "Plane selfie(s) not a plain selfie. @wcth_tv here we come!"
(ELI5 Translation: She made a funny joke. "Plain" means simple or boring. "Plane" is the aircraft. She’s saying these photos are exciting, not boring!)
The "Hearties" (Cast & Fans) React with Joy
The comment section exploded with love immediately.
Cast Reactions (Her TV Family)
| Co-Star | Character | Reaction |
|---|---|---|
| Hyland Goodrich | Little Jack "LJ" Thornton | "MAMA!!! (That word sure takes on a whole new meaning now! ) Can’t wait to see you all!!! " |
| Amanda Wong | Mei Sou | "Wooooo! Can’t wait to see you guys!" |
| Andrea Brooks | Dr. Faith Carter | "It’s time!!!" |
Fan Reactions (The "Hearties")
Fans call themselves "Hearties." They were thrilled to see the baby and the dog!
- "Love this! The whole family is ready. Can’t wait for season 14 "
- "OH BABY! Here we go!!! "
- "Happy family! And happy season 14! We can’t wait. "
A Baby Boom in Hope Valley!
Erin and Ben aren’t the only ones adding tiny members to the WCTH family recently. There is a full-on baby boom happening with the cast!
- Kevin McGarry (Nathan Grant) & Kayla Wallace (Fiona Miller, Seasons 6–10): Welcomed their first child in early 2026.
- Chris McNally (Lucas Bouchard) & Julie Gonzalo: Welcomed their second daughter in 2026.
Important Point: Kayla Wallace actually played Fiona on the show, meaning two couples met and fell in love while working on When Calls the Heart!
Summary
- Erin Krakow (Elizabeth Thornton) is filming Season 14 of When Calls the Heart in Vancouver.
- She traveled with her husband Ben Rosenbaum (Mike Hickam), their newborn daughter, and their dog Willoughby.
- Erin shared rare family photos on Instagram on July 29, 2025.
- Co-stars (Hyland Goodrich, Amanda Wong, Andrea Brooks) and fans ("Hearties") reacted with overwhelming excitement.
- Other cast couples (Kevin & Kayla, Chris & Julie) have also recently welcomed babies, making it a joyful time for the whole WCTH family.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Who is Erin Krakow married to?
Erin is married to Ben Rosenbaum. He is also an actor on the show—he plays Mike Hickam.
2. When did they have their baby?
They welcomed their first daughter in April 2025.
3. What is the dog’s name?
Their dog’s name is Willoughby, and he traveled with them to Vancouver!
4. When does Season 14 come out?
The article doesn’t give an exact air date, but filming usually happens in the summer/fall for a premiere early the next year (likely early 2026).
5. Did any other cast members have babies recently?
Yes! Kevin McGarry (Nathan) and Kayla Wallace (Fiona) had a baby in early 2026. Chris McNally (Lucas) and Julie Gonzalo also had their second daughter in 2026.
