By Marisa Laudadio
2:27am PST, Dec 30, 2022
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Nick Cannon welcomed five babies with five women in 2022. On Dec. 14, model Alyssa Scott — the mother of Nick's late son Zen, who died in 2021 from a brain tumor when he was just 5 months old — gave birth to a daughter they named Halo Marie. She is Nick's 12th child. On Nov. 11, former radio personality Abby De La Rosa — with whom Nick has twins twins Zion and Zillion — gave birth to his 11th child, daughter Beautiful Zeppelin. On Sept. 23, former beauty queen Brittany Bell gave birth to Nick's 10th child, son Rise Messiah — her third baby with the "Masked Singer" host (they're also parents to son Golden Sagon and daughter Powerful Queen). On Sept. 14, "The Price Is Right" and "Deal or No Deal" model Lanisha Cole gave birth to her and Nick's first child together — and Nick's ninth overall: daughter Onyx Ice. And on June 28, model-realtor Bre Tiesi welcomed the "Wild 'N Out" host's eighth child — their first together: son Legendary Love. Nick is also a dad to twins Moroccan and Monroe — his first two children — with ex-wife Mariah Carey.
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Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea and his wife, fashion designer Melody Ehsani, welcomed their first child together on Dec. 12. "I'm very happy," the rocker told E! News. "I haven't been doing a lot of sleeping but I've been doing a lot of floating on a cloud of love." Flea is also a dad to daughter Clara Balzary, 34, with ex-wife Loesha Zeviar and to daughter Sunny Bebop Balzary, 17, with ex Frankie Rayder.
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Actress Billie Lourd — the daughter of the late Carrie Fisher — is a mom again with husband Austen Rydell. On Dec. 13, the "Ticket to Paradise" and "Scream Queens" actress's father, talent agent Bryan Lourd, shared the happy news while speaking at Variety's Dealmakers Breakfast. "My daughter had a baby last night. I left the hospital at 1:30 and got there this morning at 6. I'm a little tired, but happy," he said, as reported by People magazine, which reported that Billie had a girl who joins big brother Kingston Fisher, 2. ON Dec. 15, Billie shard her daughter's name. "12/12/22 Introducing: Kingston's sister: Jackson Joanne Lourd Rydell," she wrote on Instagram alongside a photo of her daughter's little hands.
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On Dec. 10, Sean "Diddy" Combs took to Twitter to announce that he's a father again: "I'm so blessed to welcome my baby girl Love Sean Combs to the world. Mama Combs, Quincy, Justin, Christian, Chance, D'Lila, Jessie and myself all love you so much! God is the Greatest!" he wrote. Two days later, TMZ reported that little Love's birth certificate reveals that she was born on Oct. 15 in Newport Beach, California, to Diddy and Dana Tran, 28, who works in the cyber security industry. The rapper and music mogul also has six older kids: Quincy Taylor Brown, 31, whom he adopted when he was with Quincy's mother, the late Kim Porter, with whom he later welcomed Christian, 24, and twins D'Lila Star and Jessie James, 15, as well as Justin Dior, 28, with ex Misa Hylton and Chance, 16, with Sarah Chapman.
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Patrick Mahomes and wife Brittany Mahomes have welcomed their second child. The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback and his influencer wife, a former soccer player, announced the birth of their son on Instagram in a joint post on Nov. 28, writing alongside a photo of their newborn wearing a brown-and-white onesie, "Patrick 'Bronze' Lavon Mahomes III 11/28/22 7lbs 8oz." Baby Bronze joins big sister Sterling Skye, who was born in 2021.
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"Sister Wives" couple Mykelti Brown Padron and Antonio "Tony" Padron welcomed twins — sons Archer Banks and Ace McCord — on Nov. 17, their rep confirmed to People magazine. The boys join big sister Avalon, who was born in 2021. "I'm so happy my boys are finally here and we're all doing well," Mykelti — the daughter of "Sister Wives" stars Christine Brown and Kody Brown — told People.
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"The Hills: New Beginnings" stars Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt welcomed their second child, son Ryker, on Nov. 17. "Thank you Jesus," Heidi captioned a photo of herself and her newborn on her Instagram Stories, sharing that he weighed almost 8 pounds. Ryker joins big brother Gunner, who was born in 2017.
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On Nov. 17, actress Kate Mara announced that she and actor husband Jamie Bell had welcomed their second child together. "Had a baby a week ago. Here are his feet," she captioned a pic on Instagram. The couple welcomed a daughter in 2019, and Jamie is also a dad to a son born in 2013 with ex-wife Evan Rachel Wood.
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Is "Big Little Lies" and "The Northman" star Alexander Skarsgard a first-time father? That's what reports are saying after the Swedish actor was photographed carrying a baby wrapped in a blanket while walking alongside his stroller-pushing long-rumored girlfriend Tuva Novotny in New York City on Nov. 14 — seven months after the Swedish actress was photographed with a baby bump, Page Six reported.
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Former Victoria's Secret Angel Romee Strijd and fiancé Laurens van Leeuwen are now parents of two. The Dutch model gave birth to daughter June on Nov. 11, she shared on Instagram alongside photos of her family of four, which also includes June's big sister, Mint, who was born in 2020.
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"Modern Family" and Tony-winning Broadway actor Jesse Tyler Ferguson and husband Justin Mikita are dads again! On Nov. 15, Jesse announced on Instagram that they'd welcomed son Sullivan Louis Ferguson-Mikita and thanked their doctor as well as "our incredible surrogate and all of the nurses and doctors," he wrote alongside photos of their newborn. "We are overjoyed to be a family of four." Sullivan joins big brother Beckett, who was born in 2020.
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Emmy-nominated actress and screenwriter Zoe Kazan and her longtime partner, Emmy-nominated actor Paul Dano, welcomed their second child together in late October, Zoe revealed on the "Today" show on Nov. 14 while promoting her movie "She Said." The couple's first child, a daughter, was born in 2018.
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On Nov. 7, actress Rebel Wilson announced that she welcomed a daughter, Royce Lillian, via surrogate. "I am forever grateful to everyone who has been involved, (you know who you are), this has been years in the making…but particularly wanted to thank my gorgeous surrogate who carried her and birthed her with such grace and care," she captioned a photo of her newborn on Instagram. "Thank you for helping me start my own family, it's an amazing gift. The BEST gift!! I am ready to give little Roycie all the love imaginable. I am learning quickly…much respect to all the Mums out there! Proud to be in your club."
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Bachelor Nation alum Emily Maynard Johnson welcomed her sixth child, son Jones West, with husband Tyler Johnson on Aug. 31. Shortly after his birth, the couple learned that their son had Down syndrome along with a rare congenital colon abnormality that required a month-long stay at the hospital. "I was in shock," the former "The Bachelorette" star told People magazine of her son's Down syndrome diagnosis. "It was not on my radar at all. And I refused to believe it. I just wanted to hold him and for everything to be OK." Emily said of raising her "sweet and smiley" baby, "I'm still learning about Down syndrome, but I'm trying to also just experience Jones as Jones and not as different than any of the other kids."
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On Oct. 29, Michelle Williams and director husband Thomas Kail were spotted out in New York City with their 2-year-old son Hart and their newborn baby, DailyMail.com reported, confirming that the Oscar-nominated actress was now a mother of three. The "Dawson's Creek" alum is believed to have given birth sometime in October, as she was last photographed visibly pregnant in mid-September. Michelle is also a mother to daughter Matilda Ledger, 17, with late actor Heath Ledger.
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Gabby Barrett and husband Cade Foehner are parents once again! The couple, who fell in love while competing on season 16 of "American Idol," welcomed their second child, son Augustine, on Oct. 27. Daughter Baylah was born in 2021.
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On Oct. 26, Us Weekly reported that, according to a source, "Loki" star Tom Hiddleston and fiancée Zawe Ashton had quietly welcomed their first child together, though it's unclear when the English actress gave birth. (She publicly confirmed her pregnancy in June.) "Tom and Zawe are loving being new parents and are filled with joy," the source told the magazine, adding that the couple "have been having the struggles of new parents and aren't sleeping much but are thrilled."
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Country music singer Scotty McCreery, who won season 10 of "American Idol" in 2011, and wife Gabi are now parents. The couple welcomed their first child, a son, on Oct. 24. "Never known a love like this. Merrick 'Avery' McCreery joined us 11 days early on October 24th at 4:34am! 7 lbs 13oz of nothin but love," Scotty captioned a series of photos taken in the hospital, adding, "Thank yall for all of your prayers during this exciting season of life! Healthy baby and a healthy mama! Praise God."
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In October, "This Is Us" star Chris Sullivan's wife Rachel gave birth to their second child, daughter Aoife Bea (her Irish first name is pronounced "ee-fuh"), who "came 3 weeks early, fully grown, healthy and VERY strong," the actor shared on Instagram on Oct. 23 along with a video of his newborn being introduced to 2-year-old big brother, Bear, who's "enamored and overjoyed to welcome his sister home," Chris added.
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"A Thousand Years" singer Christina Perri and husband Paul Costabile welcomed their second child, daughter Pixie Rose, on Oct. 22. "Please welcome our magical double rainbow baby girl," the music star captioned a photo announcement on Instagram, a reference to the two miscarriages she suffered before Pixie's birth. The newborn joins big sister Carmella, 4.
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On Oct. 14, "Drake & Josh" alum Josh Peck and wife Paige O'Brien announced that they'd welcomed their second child, son Shai Miller. He joins big brother Max Milo, 3.
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Actress-singer Mandy Moore took to Instagram on Oct. 21 to announce that she and musician husband Taylor Goldsmith had welcomed their second child and second son. "Ozzie is here!" she captioned a series of photos on Instagram. "Oscar Bennett Goldsmith arrived a little late but with much aplomb (and an easier/speedier delivery than his big brother, much to the delight of his parents). Every adage is true: our hearts have doubled in size and the immediacy of the love is astounding. He is beyond words and we are so grateful for our family of four!" Ozzie joins big brother August "Gus" Harrison, 20 months.
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Country music singer Chris Lane and wife Lauren Bushnell Lane — who came to fame as the winner of season 20 of "The Bachelor" (though her engagement to star Ben Higgins didn't last) — welcomed their second child and second son via C-section on Oct. 16 in Nashville. "Life just got 8 Pounds Sweeter! Family of 4 Now!!" Chris captioned a family photo from the hospital. The newborn joins big brother Dutton Walker, who was born in 2021.
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On Oct. 17, "Brothers & Sisters" actor Dave Annable and actress wife Odette Annable announced the birth of their second child — another daughter who joins big sister Charlie Mae, 7. "Odette and I, but mostly Charlie are thrilled to welcome Andersen Lee Annable 'Andi.' Mom and baby are doing great. Big sister Charlie has not stopped smiling. The next chapter has begun and we couldn't be more grateful. #Familyoffour #AndiAnnable," Dave captioned a slideshow of photos debuting their newborn.
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John David Duggar's wife Abbie Burnett gave birth to their second child earlier in September, they announced on Oct. 1. "We are now a family of 4!" the "Counting On" alums captioned an Instagram photo debuting their baby boy. "We welcomed little Charlie into the world last month and have been soaking up newborn snuggles ever since! We are so thankful to God for this precious gift!" The couple welcomed their first child, daughter Grace, in 2020.
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Alec Baldwin and wife Hilaria Baldwin's seventh child — and his eighth — was born on Sept. 22. "She's here! We are so excited to introduce you to our tiny dream come true, ilaria catalina irena 9-22-22 6lbs 13oz Both she and I are happy and healthy," Hilaria captioned a series of photos and videos on Instagram debuting their daughter. Her Baldwinito siblings are spending the day bonding and welcoming her into our home. Much love to you all. We are so happy to celebrate this wonderful news with you." Iliaria joins siblings Carmen, Rafael, Leonardo, Romeo, Eduardo and Lucia and half-sister Ireland Baldwin, Alec's adult daughter with first wife Kim Basinger.
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On Sept. 16, actress Ashley Greene gave birth to her first child — a girl — with husband Paul Khoury. "And just like that – everything changed. In a single moment, you came into our world and everything else faded away. Nothing else mattered. The love we're engulfed in cannot be explained, only felt in the deepest of ways. We love you so much baby girl. Welcome to our world," the "Twilight" star shared on Instagram, where she also revealed their newborn's name: Kingsley Rainn.
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Khloe Kardashian and ex Tristan Thompson welcomed their second child, a son whose name she's yet to reveal, via surrogate on July 28 just a few weeks after the reality TV star announced that a child was on the way despite her December 2021 split from Tristan. On the Sept. 22 season 2 premiere of "The Kardashians," she explained that the embryo transfer to their surrogate was completed just before Thanksgiving in November 2021. Days later, she learned that the NBA player, with whom she'd reconciled following years of on-off dating amid his many cheating scandals, had not only been unfaithful (again) but chose not to tell her that he was expecting a baby with one of his mistresses, former trainer Maralee Nichols, who gave birth to a boy, Theo, on Dec. 1. "Ever since December, it's been this dark cloud looming over me. Every single day, I've been feeling depressed and sad, and now that my son is here, I get to move on, and I get to enjoy. It's almost like I get to close that chapter and be done with this trauma and put it behind me," Khloe said on her show. "Now I finally get to start the healing process. Now I get to start enjoying my life with two kids in it and figuring this out," she added (she and Tristan welcomed daughter True in 2018). "This is gonna be day one, and this is gonna be the start of something positive, and happy and beautiful."
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Nicolas Cage and fifth wife Riko Shibata, an artist who's 30 years his junior, welcomed their first child together on Sept. 7 in Los Angeles. "Nicolas and Riko are happy to announce the birth of their daughter. Mother and daughter are doing fine," the couple's rep told People magazine, adding that they named their baby girl August Francesca Coppola Cage. While this is Riko's first child, Nic is also a dad to sons Weston, 31, and Kal-El, 16, from previous relationships.
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Peter Facinelli and fiancée Lily Anne Harrison's baby is here! The actress's first baby — and the "Twilight" actor's fourth — was born on Sept. 5, they announced on Instagram. "Happy 'Labor' Day," Peter quipped in an Instagram post revealing their newborn's hand. He's also a dad to daughters Luca, 25, Lola, 19, and Fiona, 15, with ex-wife Jennie Garth.
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Former Victoria's Secret model Adriana Lima and boyfriend Andre Lemmers welcomed their first child in Santa Monica, California, on Aug. 29. "Cyan is the color between green and blue on the visible spectrum of light. Cyan is the color of the waters of Bora Bora and Maldives, places in our family's bucket list. Cyan now is our favorite color… the color of our baby boy's eyes. Welcome to our world CYAN LIMA LEMMERS ~ 08/29/22," he captioned a photo of her newborn's eye on Instagram. Adriana is also a mom to daughters Valentina, 12, and Sienna, 9, with her ex-husband, Serbian basketball player Marko Jarić.
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News that Oscar winner Jennifer Lawrence and husband Cooke Maroney, an art gallery director, had welcomed their first child emerged in late February when TMZ reported, citing public birth records, that their baby had recently arrived. In an October 2022 Vogue cover story, the actress confirmed that did give birth in February — to a son they named Cy, which she explained was inspired by one of Cooke's favorite artists, Cy Twombly. Jennifer said that she felt like her "whole life … started over" when Cy arrived. "I just stared. I was just so in love."
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"Twilight" hunk Kellan Lutz and wife Brittany took to Instagram on Aug. 15 to announce that they're parents again after welcoming daughter Ashtyn Lilly in 2021. "Our son is here! Kasen Lane Lutz born 8/10 at 8:52AM | 8lbs 11oz | 21.5" long," Brittany captioned a collage of birth and baby photos on Instagram. "We are in love and soaking up all the baby cuddles Ashtyn loves her baby brother, Koda is the sweetest, most gentle dog big sis ever, and mama and baby are doing well. This big boy eats around the clock and is gearing up to be built like Hercules like his daddy Thanks for all the love and prayers! We are SO blessed and in love and can't believe that God has given us another precious gift!"
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On Aug. 19, Grammy-winning singer Michael Bublé and his Argentine actress wife, Luisana Lopilato, announced the birth of their fourth child, a daughter. "From love comes life, light and her… our baby Cielo Yoli Rose Bublé. You finally arrived to our lives with your 3,8 kg!!! Thanks God for this infinite blessing, we love you!! Noah, Elias, Vida and your mom and dad," Luisana wrote on Instagram. The couple are also parents to sons Noah (born in 2013) and Elias (born in 2016) and daughter Vida (born in 2018).
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Leona Lewis is a mama. The "Bleeding Love" singer took to Instagram to announce that she and husband Dennis Jauch welcomed their first child, daughter Carmel Allegra, on July 22. "And then there were three," the British singer captioned a photo of herself holding her newborn.
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Reality TV star, host and producer Jack Osbourne is a girl dad for the fourth time: Fiancée Aree Gearhart, an interior designer, gave birth to their first child together, a daughter, in July. "I'm very happy to announce Maple Artemis Osbourne! Born 7-09-2022. 7.13lbs," Jack captioned a photo of their newborn beauty, adding, "Aree and Maple are doing great and are happy and healthy." Jack is also a dad to daughters Pearl Clementine, 9, Andy Rose, 6, and Minnie Theodora, 4, with ex-first Lisa Stelly, the founder of Fancy Sprinkles.
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"Wizards of Waverly Place" alum David Henrie and his wife, Miss Delaware 2011 Maria Cahill, welcomed their third child on July 17. "IT'S A GIRL!!!! Gemma Clare Henrie was born 7lbs 15oz at 3:21am. Maria is currently enjoying the most deserved nap ever haha. She stuck to her plan l and had a drug free birth and I couldn't be more in awe of her!" David captioned a photo of their family of five on Instagram. "Thanks be to God for the greatest gift on earth and Maria and I thank you all for your prayers. I received many messages and I really appreciate it. #vitabella #deogratias and a huge shout out to our nurses Morgan and Sofia and our midwife Katy! Y'all are spectacular and thank you to all the nurses out there we appreciate you." Baby Gemma joins siblings James, who was born on Christmas Day 2020, and Pia, who arrived in 2019.
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On July 15, former No.1-ranked tennis champion Maria Sharapova took to Instagram to announce the birth of her first child with fiancé Alexander Gilkes, a British businessman and co-founder of online auction house Paddle8: son Theodore, who arrived on July 1. "The most beautiful, challenging, and rewarding gift our little family could ask for," the athlete captioned a photo of their beautiful family of three.
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Details are scarce, but on July 14, reps for Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner confirmed to People magazine that the couple's second child has arrived, though neither a date of birth nor a name were publicly revealed. "Joe and Sophie are happy to announce the arrival of their baby girl," said the reps. The Jonas Brothers musician and the "Game of Thrones" actress welcomed their first daughter, Willa, in 2020.
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Former "19 Kids and Counting" star Jill Duggar Dillard and husband Derick Dillard, who recently became an attorney, are parents for the third time. The ex-"Counting On" stars welcomed their third son — "Freddy" Frederick Michael Dillard — on July 7, a few weeks early via C-section, the couple announced on their blog. The pair — who also share sons Israel, 7, and Samuel, 5 — shared a lengthy explanation about their newborn's name, writing, "Frederick means 'Peaceful Ruler' and Michael means 'Gift from God.' The name Frederick also holds special meaning for us since it's Derick's name with 'Fre' added to the front, to make 'Fre-derick.' Similarly, Derick's name is a variation of his late dad's name, Rick, that his parents created by adding 'de' to the front of Rick to spell, 'de'-'rick,' literally meaning son 'of' (de) Rick. We were excited to settle on the name Frederick and incorporate both Derick's and his dad's name, by just adding 'Fre' to the beginning of Derick's name."
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Pippa Middleton and husband James Matthews are parents again. On July 11, People magazine reported that the sister of Britain's Duchess Kate gave birth to her third child — a girl — a few weeks earlier. The new baby joins older siblings Arthur, who was born in 2018, and Grace, who arrived in March 2021.
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Tony-winning Broadway star Laura Benanti and husband Patrick Brown welcomed their second daughter via surrogate, Louisa Georgia Benanti-Brown, on July 9. "Like many, the journey towards growing our family has had many challenges," the "Younger" and "Life and Beth" actress wrote on Instagram alongside photos of Louisa and big sister Ella, to whom Laura gave birth in 2017 following a heartbreaking miscarriage. "However, our journey has also been marked by the privilege to pursue different paths to grow our family. Specifically, our remarkable surrogate (an angel-on-earth) who carried our precious girl and delivered her into our arms; an other-worldly generosity of spirit, body, and kindness that can never be repaid. Ella and Louisa Rainbow babies. Rainbow sisters."
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On July 5, "Schitt's Creek" star Sarah Levy announced that she and husband Graham Outerbridge had welcomed their first child, son James Eugene — whose middle name appears to be a nod to her father, Eugene Levy. "He decided to make an early entrance but we are so glad sweet James Eugene Outerbridge is in the world," Sarah captioned an Instagram post revealing her newborn's foot.
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Elon Musk is a dad again — and again. On July 6, Business Insider reported that the Tesla and SpaceX CEO quietly welcomed twins with one of his top execs, Shivon Zilis of Neurolink, in November 2021. Just weeks later in December 2021, he had a daughter, Exa Dark Sideræl, via surrogate with now-ex Grimes, who's also the mother of his son X. This means Elon — who also has a set of twins and triplets with first wife Justine Wilson — is now a father of nine. According to court documents seen by Business Insider, Elon and Shivon filed a petition to change their twins' names, which were not revealed, so that they'd "have their father's last name and contain their mother's last name as part of their middle name." Page Six reported that the petition was approved by an Austin, Texas, judge in May.
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On July 5, Nicky Hilton Rothschild announced that she and husband James Rothschild had welcomed their third baby — and first son. "We are officially a party of 5! Welcome to the world sweet boy. Mom, dad and big sisters could not be more smitten," Nicky shared on Instagram. She and James, who did not share their newborn's name or date of birth, are also parents to daughters Theodora "Teddy" Marilyn, 4, and Lily-Grace Victoria, 5.
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Famed filmmaker Quentin Tarantino and his wife of three-and-a-half years, Israeli singer-actress Daniella Pick, are parents again. "Daniella and Quentin Tarantino are happy to announce that Daniella gave birth to their baby girl on July 2, 2022, a little sister to Leo, their first child," they told People magazine in a statement. Leo was born in February 2020.
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"Dancing With the Stars" pro Sharna Burgess gave birth to her first child with Brian Austin Green on June 28, she announced on Instagram two days later. "Zane Walker Green 06/28/2022 at 12:12pm," she captioned a photo of the "Beverly Hills, 90210" actor holding their newborn son's hand, adding, "My heart is now forever outside of my body." Brian is also a dad to sons Noah, 9, Bodhi, 8, and Journey, 5, with ex-wife Megan Fox and son Kassius, 20, with ex-girlfriend Vanessa Marcil.
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"Castle" star Stana Katic and her husband of seven years, Kris Brkljac, quietly welcomed a baby — their first — in late 2021, the actress's rep confirmed to Us Weekly on June 20. "They had a baby this winter and have been enjoying the time since cocooning as a family," said her rep.
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Country music star Luke Combs is a first-time dad! He and wife Nicole Hocking welcomed their first child, a son they named Tex, on June 19 — Father's Day 2022. "Welp he decided that Fathers Day would be a good time to show up. I couldn't agree more," he captioned a photo with his wife and newborn on Instagram. "Me and @nicolejcombs are over the moon in love with this little guy. Mama and baby are healthy and we're back home now with family. Life is good. Everyone welcome Tex Lawrence Combs to the world!"
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Music star Post Malone is a dad, he confirmed on the June 13 episode of Howard Stern's Sirius XM radio show. He and his fiancée, whose name he's kept private, welcomed a daughter in May.
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"Arrow" alum Stephen Amell and wife Cassandra Jean Amell welcomed their second child — a son they named Bowen — in May, TMZ reported on June 11. The webloid speculated that Bowen was born via surrogate as Cassandra did not appear to be pregnant the month before his arrival. The couple are also parents to daughter Maverick Alexandra Jean, who was born in 2013.
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Reality TV star Lauryn "Pumpkin" Shannon and husband Josh Efird are now parents of four: The "Mama June: From Not to Hot" personality gave birth to twins in Georgia via C-section on May 19, The Sun reported. The couple are also parents to Ella, 4, and Bentley, 11 months. Pumpkin is also now the legal guardian to little sister Alana "Honey Boo Boo" Thompson, who's lived with her for the last few years amid their mother's ups and downs with addiction. Lauryn officially gained custody of the 16-year-old in April while their mother, "Mama June" Shannon, now has visitation rights.
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Country music singer Sam Hunt and wife Hannah Lee Fowler are first-time parents, he announced on stage during his set at the Star's for Second Harvest charity concert in Nashville on June 7. "I recently had a baby girl named Lucy Lu," Sam told the crowd, as reported by Music Mayhem magazine. "I think being out here, and in the music business and being out on the road, has sort of hardened my heart. My heart's definitely a lot harder in a lotta ways since I left that small town. It's amazing how that little girl melted that all away overnight a couple of weeks ago," he said. "I've been filled with a lot of gratitude these past couple of weeks." Their daughter's birth came weeks after Hannah, a registered nurse, withdrew a February divorce filing in which she claimed Sam had been unfaithful.
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On June 3, "Glee" alum Jenna Ushkowitz took to Instagram to announce that she and husband David Stanley have welcomed their first child. "Our hearts have burst wide open," she captioned a photo of herself wearing a "mama" necklace while cradling her new daughter in the hospital.
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On June 4, "Pretty Little Liars" actress Shay Mitchell confirmed to People magazine that she gave birth to her second child with longtime boyfriend Matte Babel two weeks earlier in May. One day later, she took to Instagram to share a first photo of their second daughter and reveal her name, Rome — a tribute to Shay's late grandmother. "Losing the most important person in my life in the same year I welcomed my second daughter has shifted everything for me, but one thing remains steady in my soul — I'm certain they spent time together and that brings me peace and joy. We're so happy you're here Rome, named after my best friend, my soulmate, my 'person,' my Grandma Romaine," Shay captioned the sweet snapshot. She and Matte are also parents to daughter Atlas, who was born in 2019.
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Kathie Lee Gifford is a first-time grandma! The former "Today" host — who told fans on Instagram that her "heart is bursting" after her son, Cody Gifford, and his wife, Erika, welcomed a baby boy on May 31 whom they've named after Cody's late father, NFL star and broadcaster Frank Gifford, and his maternal uncle. "Best day of our lives. At a whopping 8lbs 8oz three weeks early, Frank Michael Gifford, 'Frankie' has changed our lives forever. We have not stopped bursting with so much love and gratitude for God's most precious gifft. Thank you so much to all of you for your prayers and sweet messages. He's so SO cute and we can't get enough of all of the snuggles from this lil' guy. We are sincerely obsessed," Erika captioned this snapshot, adding that Frankie was named "after C's pops & Michael after my uncle who passed away last year at 61 whose name also means 'gift of God.' Two strong men — gone but never forgotten."
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"Property Brothers" star Drew Scott and his wife, podcast producer Linda Pham, welcomed their first child on May 4, they announced on the June 1 episode of their "At Home with Linda & Drew Scott" podcast. Son Parker James arrived on the couple's fourth wedding anniversary after a 44-hour labor that ended in a C-section. Linda and Drew shared some first photos on Instagram the same day, captioning the post, "Our lives are forever changed."
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"Grey's Anatomy" star Chris Carmack and wife Erin Slaver are now parents of two. The couple took to Instagram on May 25 to announce that they'd welcomed another daughter. (The "Nashville" alum and the singer-violinist also parents to 5-year-old daughter Kai.) "We had a baby! Cielle Estee Carmack, (means the sky and the stars) and that's exactly what she is to us! Born 2 weeks early on May 10th, she was the best surprise we could've imagined!" the pair shared in a joint Instagram post alongside photos of their newborn.
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"Little People, Big World" stars Zach Roloff and Tori Roloff welcomed their third child, son Josiah Luke, on April 30, they announced on Instagram. In May, the couple shared that Josiah has achondroplasia — the same type of dwarfism his dad and older siblings Jackson, who was born in 2017, and Lilah, who was born in 2019, have. "He's Josiah. He has achondroplasia, but he's not, like, Josiah the achondroplasia," Zach told Us Weekly. Added Tori, "Just like I'm Tori, I have brown hair. I'm not a brunette — like, that's not how I would classify myself."
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On May 22, Chris Pratt took to Instagram to confirm the May 21 arrival of his third child and second with wife Katherine Schwarzenegger. "We are so excited to announce the birth of our second daughter, Eloise Christina Schwarzenegger Pratt. Mama and baby are doing well. We feel beyond blessed and grateful. Love, Katherine and Chris," the actor wrote. He and Katherine are also parents to daughter Lyla Maria, who was born in 2020. The "Guardians of the Galaxy" star is also a dad to son Jack, who was born in 2012, with first wife Anna Faris.
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Surprise! Music star Ed Sheeran and wife Cherry Seaborn are parents again! "Want to let you all know we've had another beautiful baby girl. We are both so in love with her, and over the moon to be a family of 4 x," Ed captioned a photo of a baby blanket and tiny socks on Instagram on May 19. He and Cherry, who welcomed daughter Lyra Antarctica in 2020, had not publicly announced that they were expecting again.
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More than three months after Rihanna announced she was expecting her first child with boyfriend A$AP Rocky, she's given birth, TMZ reported on May 19: The music star and Fenty brand mogul welcomed a son on May 13 in Los Angeles. The couple have yet to comment or share his name.
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On April 18, Portuguese soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo and Spanish girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez, who announced in October 2021 that she was pregnant with twins, shared bittersweet news — they lost their son as they welcomed a daughter that day. "It is with our deepest sadness that we announce the passing of our baby boy. It's the greatest pain any parent can feel," the couple wrote on Instagram. "Only the birth of our baby girl gives us the strength to live this moment with some hope and happiness. We would like to thank the doctors and nurses for all their expert care and support. We are all devastated at this loss and we kindly ask for privacy at this very difficult time. Our baby boy, you are our angel. We will always love you." On May 7, Georgina revealed their daughter's name: Bella Esmeralda. The world-famous athlete is also a dad to four other kids: Alana Martina (with Georgina), twins Eva Maria and Mateo (with a surrogate), and Cristiano Jr. (with a woman he has not publicly identified).
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There's another Duggar in the world: On May 2, former "Counting On" star Jedidiah Duggar announced on Instagram that wife Katey Nakatsu had given birth to their first child together. "He's here! We love you so much, baby True!" Jed captioned family photos, revealing his son's nickname and full name — Truett Oliver Duggar, further noting, "Truett: 'warrior for Christ'" and "Oliver: 'peace.'"
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Another famous couple welcomed a pandemic baby! "Downton Abbey" star Laura Carmichael, who plays Lady Edith Crawley in the franchise, quietly welcomed a son with co-star and real-life boyfriend Michael C. Fox, who plays footman Andy Parker, back in March 2021, The Sun on Sunday reported on April 30, 2022. The couple, who've been together since 2016, named their little guy Luca, according to the British tabloid. "Laura and Michael absolutely love being parents and were grateful to have some time away from the limelight to enjoy the moment," said a source. "Laura's taken motherhood in her stride and it's added another string to her bow."
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Andy Cohen sure surprised his fans on April 29! The Bravo head honcho posted an adorable photo on Instagram announcing that he'd a welcomed his second child, a daughter, via surrogate, writing: "HERE'S LUCY!!!!! Meet my daughter, Lucy Eve Cohen! She's 8 pounds 13 oz and was born at 5:13 pm in New York City!!! Her big brother can't wait to meet her! Thank you to my rock star surrogate (ALL surrogates are rockstars, by the way) and everyone who helped make this miracle happen. I'm so happy." Lucy joins big brother Ben, who was born in 2019.
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Talk about a surprise! On April 25, People magazine reported that, according to multiple sources, "Girls" and "Get Out" actress Allison Williams and "The Last Kingdom" star Alexander Dreymon welcomed a son named Arlo during the winter. The pair — who co-starred in the 2020 thriller "Horizon Line" and, according to People's sources, quietly started dating at the end of 2019 — were spotted with their son as well as other family members including her father, newsman Brian Williams, at a private resort in Abaco in the Bahamas. "They seemed to be very happy and very much in love," a source told the magazine. People further reported that Allison, who split from her first husband, CollegeHumor and Vimeo co-founder Ricky Van Veen, in 2019, was wearing what appeared to be an engagement ring. "They are both private people individually, and they made the decision to keep this happy news to just a small circle of family and friends," added an insider. "But they're over the moon."
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Aaron Paul and wife Lauren are now parents of two. On the April 19 episode of "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon," the "Breaking Bad" star announced that they'd recently welcomed a son and that good friend and co-star Bryan Cranston is his godfather. The next day, Aaron took to Instagram to share photos and a sweet message. "My little man. Ryden Caspian Paul. So happy you are out in this world you beautiful boy you. I promise to make you proud little guy. We have been absorbing this baby boy for the last month and feel it's time to finally share the news of his arrival. We love you endlessly," he wrote. Lauren revealed in an Instagram post that their baby boy's "name [was] inspired by our favorite artist, @markryden." The couple are also parents to daughter Story, who was born in 2018.
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On Jan. 21, Priyanka Chopra and husband Nick Jonas announced that they'd become parents. "We are overjoyed to confirm that we have welcomed a baby via surrogate," the actress and the Jonas Brothers member shared on Instagram in matching posts. On April 20, TMZ reported that their daughter's birth certificate revealed her name is Malti Marie Chopra Jonas and that she was born on Jan. 15 in San Diego. According to the webloid, Malti "generally means small fragrant flower or moonlight and it's of Sanskrit, Indian origin."
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"Glee" alum Darren Criss and musician wife Mia are parents! The Emmy-winning "American Crime Story: The Assassination of Gianni Versace" actor took to Instagram on April 14 to announce that they'd welcomed their first child, a daughter. "M & D made some sweet music. Bluesy Belle Criss 4/11/22 Out now," Darren captioned a family photo snapped in the hospital.
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On April 8, music star Chris Brown confirmed that he's now a father of three: He took to his Instagram Stories to repost a photo originally shared by Diamond Brown in which he confirmed that her 3-month-old daughter, Lovely Symphani, is his. The singer is also a dad to two other kids: daughter Royalty, 7, with Nia Guzman; and son Aeko Catori, 2, with Ammika Harris.
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Former E! host Jason Kennedy and his wife, lifestyle blogger Lauren Scruggs, welcomed their first child — son Ryver Rhodes — on April 3. They shared some first photos on Instagram the next day. "Trying to come up with words to fully process the last 48 hours aren't possible. Seeing my son for the first time felt like a movie, I kept closing my eyes and finally realized it was true," Jason told "Access Hollywood." "We love this boy so much and are so thankful for this time together."
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Mia Goth and Shia LaBeouf welcomed their first child together, multiple outlets, including Page Six, confirmed after the actress, who no longer appeared pregnant as she had in recent months, was spotted walking with Shia while pushing a baby stroller in Pasadena, California, on April 1. The on-off couple — who were first linked in 2012 and married in 2016, only to split then seemingly reconcile in 2020 — never publicly confirmed Mia's pregnancy. In August, Shia revealed they have a daughter named Isabella.
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They're here! On March 26, Cooper Hefner, a businessman and Air Force reservist who's the son of late Playboy founder Hugh Hefner, and wife Scarlett Byrne, the actress who played Pansy Parkinson in the "Harry Potter" film franchise, welcomed twins. "My heart grew twice as much this weekend as Cooper and I welcomed our daughters, Marigold Adele Hefner and Blossom Pearl Hefner into the world. Our home is full of love with our three daughters and we couldn't be happier," Scarlett captioned this sweet hospital photo on Instagram. Added Cooper in a post of his own, "How blessed we are to be gifted with their life. How lucky we are to be given this love." The couple are also parents to daughter Betsy Rose, who was born in 2020.
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"Orange Is the New Black" alum Jackie Cruz announced in a March 23 Instagram post that her twins with husband Fernando Garcia — a boy and a girl — had arrived. "Being a mother has changed my world. My babies are everything to me," Jackie captioned a slideshow showing her bare belly at the end of her pregnancy as well as a photo of her children's feet. "I've been taking my time to enjoy every moment. I'm feeling content, exhausted, overwhelmed, grateful, tired, joyful, blessed, and fortunate all at the same time. My Babies are healthy and beautiful."
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Kylie Jenner is now a mother of two. On Feb. 6, the reality TV star and makeup mogul took to Instagram to announce that she'd given birth to her second child with rapper Travis Scott (real name: Jacques Webster Jr.) a few days earlier. "2/2/22," she captioned a black-and-white photo of daughter Stormi Webster — who turned 4 one day before her sibling arrived — holding the newborn's hand. Kylie added a blue heart to indicate that their new bundle of joy is a boy. Days later, the baby's full name was revealed: Wolf Jacques Webster. However, six weeks later, Kylie took to her Instagram Story to reveal that she and Travis had changed their minds about their son's name, though she didn't share his new moniker. "FYI our son's name isn't Wolf anymore we just really didn't feel like it was him. Just wanted to share because I keep seeing Wolf everywhere," she wrote.
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On March 12, "Saturday Night Live" alum Beck Bennett and wife Jessy Hodges revealed that they'd welcomed their first child. "I used to be pregnant, but then I had a baby," Jessy captioned a series of Instagram photos taken with their newborn and during her pregnancy, which they hadn't previously announced.
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In a Vanity Fair cover story that hit the internet on March 10, singer Grimes revealed she quietly welcomed her second child with SpaceX and Tesla mogul Elon Musk, with whom she said she has a "very fluid" romantic relationship. Daughter Exa Dark Sideræl — whom they've nicknamed Y — was born via surrogate in December 2021, Grimes confirmed to Vanity Fair. She gave birth to her and Elon's son, X Æ A-12, in 2020; Elon also has five sons with first wife Justine Wilson. According to Grimes, more kids are in the cards: "We've always wanted at least three or four."
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Michael Cera is a new dad. His "Life & Beth" co-star Amy Schumer inadvertently shared the news during a joint interview with "Entertainment Tonight" that aired on March 4. While talking about her own child, Amy said, "Michael has a baby, too. Is that public knowledge? … I just outed him, I just outed his baby." While talking about life lessons for their kids, Michael — who's notoriously private and didn't even confirm 2018 reports that he'd married his longtime love, whose name is Nadine — only told "ET," "We're right at the beginning of it. We're doing the very basics right now." Days later on March 7, the "Arrested Development" and "Juno" actor shared his child's age and gender. "He's just a little 6-month-old baby," the "Superbad" star told "Extra."
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After years of fertility struggles and miscarriages, "Glee" actress Becca Tobin and husband Zach Martin welcomed a son via surrogacy, she announced on Instagram on Feb. 22. "Welcome to the world, Ford. Rutherford 'Ford' Thomas Martin is here and life is already so much sweeter," the "LadyGang" podcast co-host captioned a photo of Zach carrying their newborn out of the hospital. "It took him five years to get here, but it's been worth every minute. Thank you to our amazing surrogate for bringing him here safely surrounded by so much love."
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E! host Morgan Stewart and husband Jordan McGraw, who's the musician son of TV's Dr. Phil McGraw, welcomed their second child — a son — on Feb. 17. "GREY OLIVER MCGRAW joined us exactly one year and a day after his big sister and we are so in love," Morgan captioned an Instagram photo of herself holding her newborn in the hospital. The couple are also parents to a daughter, Row Renggli.
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On Feb. 12, Van Jones — the Emmy-winning CNN host and contributor and attorney — revealed that he became a father again in early February. But he didn't welcome his new baby girl with a romantic partner. Instead, he and a female friend decided to have a child together. "After the COVID lockdown, I got clear that I wanted another kid. I discovered that my friend Noemi also wanted a baby. So we decided to join forces and become conscious co-parents," he told People magazine. "It's a concept that I hope more people will explore and consider. Van — who has two sons, Mattai and Cabral with ex-wife Jana Carter, further shared, "This month we welcomed to Earth a baby girl, whom we will raise as co-parenting partners. This is a special time for our families. I feel grateful, joyful and blessed. As we create a safe and loving environment for this blessed young soul, I respectfully ask for privacy. Thank you for all the love and support."
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Anderson Cooper is now a father of two! On the Feb. 10 episode of his CNN show "Anderson Cooper 360," the TV journalist announced that he and "best friend and former partner" Benjamin Maisani had welcomed, via surrogate, son Sebastian Luke Maisani-Cooper. "He was 6.8 pounds at birth and he was healthy and happy and even his occasional hiccups, are to me, adorable. He mostly just sleeps and eats and certainly poops, but he already seems like a wise and thoughtful little chap," Anderson said, showing a photo of his baby boy, who joins big brother Wyatt, who was born in 2020. "Wyatt calls me 'daddy' and Benjamin 'papa.' We're a family. Benjamin is also in the process of adopting Wyatt, whose last name will be changed to Maisani-Cooper as well," Anderson added.
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Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue model Ashley Graham gave birth to twin boys on Jan. 7 — almost two years after welcoming her first child with husband Justin Ervin, son Isaac, in 2020 — she announced on her Instagram Story later that day. "Justin and I are so excited that our baby boys are here. They were born early this morning at home and are happy and healthy," she shared. A month later on Feb. 10, she announced her twins' names: Malachi and Roman.
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Rapper Eve gave birth to her first child with husband Maximillion Cooper — a son — on Feb. 1. The former "The Talk" co-host shared the happy news on Instagram on Feb. 10, revealing alongside a photo of their newborn in a DockATot Dream Weaver Moses Basket that they'd named him Wilde Wolf Fife Alexander Somers Cooper. "Words can't describe this feeling," she added, while her husband wrote in a post of his own, "Let the wild rumpus begin!" The British entrepreneur, who established the Gumball 30000 motor rally, is also a dad to four teenage children — Lotus, 19, Jagger, 17, Cash, 15, and Mini, 13 — from his previous marriage.
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Model-actress Rosie Huntington-Whiteley gave birth to her second child — a daughter — with longtime love Jason Statham "two days ago" in London, a close family member told MailOnline on Feb. 4. A few days later, Rosie confirmed the happy news and shared their daughter's name, captioning an Instagram photo of the newborn's hand peeking out of a frilly bassinet, "Isabella James Statham 2.2.22." The couple are also parents to son Jack, who was born in 2017.
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On Feb. 2, singer-songwriter Michelle Branch and her husband, The Black Keys drummer Patrick Carney, welcomed their second child together — a daughter they named Willie Jacquet Carney. "She's named after Patrick's grandmother Willie Madge and has my mother's maiden name/my middle name. We're so in love," Michelle captioned a photo of their newborn on Instagram. The Grammy winners are also parents to son Rhys James, who was born in 2018. Michelle also shares daughter Owen Isabelle, who was born in 2005, with her first husband, musician Teddy Landau.
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On Jan. 31, "Bachelor in Paradise" alums Ashley Iaconetti and Jared Haibon welcomed their first child, son Dawson Demitri. "Baby Dawson is here and healthy! Ashley is recovering and doing well! It really couldn't have gone much smoother He's so sweet & beautiful and has been sleeping all day. Unlike his Mom and Dad who are on no sleep right now but it's totally worth it!" Jared shared on Instagram. Earlier in the month, Ashley revealed the inspiration behind their son's first name. "This is Jack Dawson from 'Titanic'-inspired," she told Us Weekly. "We are a little concerned. … Not concerned, [but] we want people to know this is not after James Van Der Beek's ['Dawson's Creek'] character. This is after a Leonardo DiCaprio character." Ashley added, "'Titanic' has always been my favorite movie of all time. I was 10 when I saw it."
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Chris Hardwick and wife Lydia Hearst are parents! The "Talking Dead" host and the model-actress — who's the daughter of famed heiress, author and activist Patty Hearst — welcomed their first child, a daughter, on Jan. 29. "New human alert!!! Dimity Facente Hearst-Hardwick HAS ARRIVED TODAY," Chris announced on Instagram alongside a photo of himself holding their beautiful newborn while Lydia smiled on the operating table. "The experience of watching Lydia go through pregnancy and give birth to our sweet little peanut was humbling and inspiring. She is an absolute warrior and I am grateful, blessed, and honored! The first moment seeing and hearing our child after all this time is indelibly imprinted onto my soul. Holy crap this whole process is amazing!" Chris went on to explain why Dimity arrived a little early. "Delivery was originally scheduled for Feb 9 but the baby's development had plateaued, the placenta had hardened, her fluid reserves were low, and she was breech so they took her out a wee bit early at just over 37 weeks," he added, but everyone was doing well. "Lyds is happy, Dimity is perfect and I am over the moon with love for the both of them."
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On the Jan. 27 episode of "Late Night with Seth Meyers," actor Tom Riley revealed that he and his wife, "Mean Girls" and "Masters of Sex" alum Lizzy Caplan, secretly welcomed their first child — a boy! — in London four and a half months earlier. "We just had a baby," he said. "Someone asked the other day, they said, 'Was this a secret pregnancy?' Not on purpose. It's just we didn't tell anyone. It's not like we snuck Lizzy into the hospital under a blanket and then two days later, we like, emerged with a baby hidden in a bowling ball bag. Just no one asked!"
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On Jan. 26, Julia Stiles took to Instagram to announce that she and her husband, camera assistant Preston J. Cook, have welcomed their second child. "Welcome to the world, Baby Arlo! The newest addition to our family, reminding me how infinite love can be. Scroll Forward to see how my 4 year old is taking it…" she captioned a slideshow of pictures showing her newborn's feet and a toilet that son Strummer, who was born in 2017, drew all over in red marker.
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On Jan. 11 — nine months after they married — "The Real" host Jeannie Mai Jenkins and rapper Jeezy welcomed their first child together. "I asked God for a life of love and happiness. He sent me my family. Baby Jenkins is here," she shared on Instagram after giving birth. On Jan. 20, she revealed their child's name: Monaco Mai Jenkins. On Jan. 26, she announced their baby's gender: It's a girl! The name is inspired by a trip she and Jeezy took to Monaco where they talked about their future goals and dreams. This is Jeannie's first child. Jeezy is also a dad to three kids from previous relationships.
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"Bachelor in Paradise" season 4 winners Raven Gates and Adam Gottschalk — who married in April 2021 — welcomed their first child, a son, in Dallas on Jan. 18. "Little man made it," Adam shared on his Instagram Story. "Had emergency C-Section after pushing for about an hour and a half. Mom and baby are doing very well."
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On Jan. 8, "Skins" and "Maze Runner" franchise star Kaya Scodelario announced that she and her husband, Broadway performer and "Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter" star Benjamin Walker, had welcomed their second child. "You made it here little one Starting the new year with so much love in our hearts & in our home," she captioned a photo of the three of them in the hospital, adding, "Plus poop and puke, lots of that too." The couple are also parents to a son born in 2016.
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Retired figure skater Michelle Kwan is a mama! The two-time Olympic medalist — who in December 2021 was nominated by President Joe Biden to become the next ambassador to Belize — took to Instagram on Jan. 5 to announce that she'd given birth to her first child, daughter Kalista Belle Kwan. "I've always wanted to be a mom and, to me, she's a perfect miracle. I had a hard time picturing what she might look like yet it seems like she's been in my life forever. This has been a challenging journey to motherhood (not to mention a very long labor!!!) and I'm glad I never gave up. I feel so grateful to have had the support of so many during this time, including my fertility doctor, doctors and nurses who looked after me, friends that shared their stories, and of course, my family & my [heart] who I could not live without," she wrote on Instagram alongside a photo of her daughter and a time-lapse video of her growing baby bump (she had not previously announced she was expecting and has not shared the identity of her child's father). "As people closest to me know, I'm always full of surprises and tend to keep my personal life private. And, I've wanted to share this happy news for many months but each milestone seemed to be exciting and daunting at the same time. Each step of the way, I knew that there was still more time needed until I could hold her in my arms. Here's a quick montage of the last 9 months to catch you all up," she continued, adding, "Also, I want to send my best to all the moms out there (as we all know, moms rule the world!). And, I wish anyone trying to conceive in any which way (ivf, iui, surrogacy, adoption and naturally) all the success and love. You're not alone on this path and I'm pulling for you."
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"The Walking Dead" star Tom Payne and wife Jennifer Akerman, a singer who performs as Final Child, welcomed their first child — son Harrison Magnus Austin — on Jan. 5 in Los Angeles, they announced on social media. "I can't believe you're here. We love you immeasurably and will always be there for you. The next big life adventure starts here! Thank you so much to everyone at Cedars Sinai [Medical Center], our amazing doula Carmen and all of our friends and family for the support. Not forgetting my incredible wife who rocked the whole pregnancy and birth. I love you," Tom captioned a pic of himself holding their newborn's hand on Instagram.
