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Stars Who Announced Pregnancies or Gave Birth in 2024: Celebs Who Expanded Their Families
The year 2024 was the year of the Hollywood baby boom! Several stars announced that they were expanding their families this year with pregnancies and births, including Mandy Moore and Taylor Goldsmith, Olivia Munn and John Mulaney and more.
The royal family will be growing by one member as Princess Beatrice announced she and her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, were expecting baby No. 2 on October 1.
It was also a big year for fashion royalty, after it was revealed on October 28 that Gisele Bündchen and boyfriend Joaquim Valente were expecting their first child.
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Gisele Bundchen and Joaquim Valente
Gisele Bündchen, who is already a mom to kids Benjamin and Vivian with ex-husband Tom Brady, is pregnant and expecting her first child with boyfriend Joaquim Valente, a source told People on October 28.
“Gisele and Joaquim are happy for this new chapter in their life and they’re looking forward to creating a peaceful and loving environment for the whole family,” the insider said.
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Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi
Princess Beatrice is pregnant! Buckingham Palace announced the royal and her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, were expecting their second child together on October 1.
“Her Royal Highness Princess Beatrice and Mr Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi are very pleased to announce that they are expecting their second child together in early spring; a sibling for Wolfie, aged 8, and Sienna, aged 3,” the organization announced in a statement.
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Aaron Tveit and Ericka Yang
Broadway actor Aaron Tveit and Ericka Yang welcomed their first child together.
“My fiancée Ericka Yang and I welcomed a baby girl in November,” the Moulin Rouge! actor told People. “We couldn’t be happier she’s finally here, and we’re full of gratitude during this holiday season.”
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Mandy Moore and Taylor Goldsmith
Mandy Moore shared a heart-stopping photo of herself holding her newborn daughter, Louise, while smiling at her husband moments after giving birth.
“Endlessly grateful for our family of 5 (and our very own big three) and soaking in every moment of this special time,” Mandy captioned the September 25 Instagram post, noting that “Lou” is their “dream girl.”
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Olivia Munn and John Mulaney
Olivia Munn and John Mulaney announced that they had welcomed a second child together on September 14 named Méi June Mulaney via surrogate.
“I had so many profound emotions about not being able to carry my daughter,” she wrote on Instagram. “When I first met our gestational surrogate we spoke mother to mother. She showed me so much grace and understanding, I knew I had found a real-life angel. Words cannot express my gratitude that she kept our baby safe for 9 months and made our dreams come true. I am so proud of my little plum, my little dragon for making the journey to be with us. My heart has exploded.”
The announcement came six months after Olivia revealed her breast cancer diagnosis.
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Karen Gillan
Guardians of the Galaxy actress Karen Gillan debuted her baby bump at the Toronto International Film Festival premiere of The Life of Chuck on September 6. She tied the knot with Nick Kocher in 2022. She was seen pushing a baby carriage in Los Angeles in December.
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Barbara Bush and Craig Coyne
Jenna Bush Hager was thrilled to announce that her twin sister, Barbara Bush, welcomed her second baby with her husband, Craig Coyne. “My sissy had a little mister and I fell madly in love with Edward Finn! ❤️💗👼,” she captioned a series of photos posted on her Instagram account on August 5.
Barbara and Craig are already parents to daughter Cora, whom they welcomed in September 2021.
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Jennifer Gates and Nayel Nassar
The eldest daughter of Microsoft founder Bill Gates announced she and her husband were expecting baby No. 2 on June 27. Jennifer shared a sweet Instagram photo showing her beautiful baby bump under a blue dress while holding her 16-month-old daughter’s hand, writing, “Leila, being promoted to big sister.”
In November, Jennifer announced the arrival of daughter Mia.
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Mindy Kaling
The Office star Mindy Kaling went three for three in secret pregnancies, revealing on her June 24 birthday that she welcomed baby No. 3 in February.
Next to a series of Instagram photos that included her daughter Kit, son Spencer and new baby girl, Mindy wrote in the caption, “In late February I gave birth to my daughter, Anne. She’s the best birthday present I could’ve ever imagined. When things are hard, whenever I veer towards cynicism, my three kids are such a great reminder of the pure joy in my life. I’m so lucky I live in a place where I could do this by myself, on my own timeline. Thanks for all the birthday wishes!”
As with her other pregnancies, Mindy did not discuss who the father of her children is.
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Kane Brown and Katelyn Jae
Kane Brown and his wife, Katelyn Jae, announced that they welcomed their third child together on June 18. The country star and his spouse named the little boy Krewe Allen Brown. They are already parents to daughters Kodi Jane and Kingsley Rose.
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Kristen Welker
Today alum Kristen Welker announced she was expecting her second child via surrogate with her husband, John Hughes, on May 14. Their son, John Zachary Welker Hughes, was born on May 30.
The couple are already parents to daughter Margot, who was born via surrogate in June 2021.
“Margot has told all of her schoolmates that her parents are getting her a baby brother for her birthday!” Kristen told Today.com following the public announcement.
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Jasmine Roth
HGTV’s Jasmine Roth announced she was pregnant with her second child with her husband, Brett Roth, on May 10. She gave birth to her second daughter, Darla Rose Roth, on September 7.
The pair are already parents to daughter Hazel Lynn.
“We’re so excited to announce that our family is growing! It’s definitely been a little different this time around, being pregnant at almost 40 is no joke,” the HELP! I Wrecked My House star told People. “That said, this was a very intentional decision for us.”
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Carli Lloyd
Soccer star Carli Lloyd announced she was pregnant with her first child with her husband, Brian Hollins, after years of infertility.
“It is still hard to believe I am pregnant. It truly is a miracle, and we are so excited to be parents!” she told Women’s Health on May 1 after undergoing multiple rounds of IVF.
They welcomed daughter Harper Ann Hollins on October 18.
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Christian Slater
Christian Slater and his wife, Brittany Lopez, welcomed their first child together, a son, in July, People confirmed.
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Brian Patrick Flynn
HGTV’s Brian Patrick Flynn announced the birth of his first child with husband Hollis Smith via surrogate on April 18. They named the baby girl Clover.
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Lea Michele and Zandy Reich
Glee‘s Lea Michele announced she was expecting her second child with husband Zandy Reich on March 27. The little one named Emery Sol Reich was born in August.
The pair are already parents to son Ever, whom they welcomed in August 2020.
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Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden
Cameron Diaz and and Benji Madden revealed they had welcomed a son on March 22, rounding out their family to four with big sister Raddix. The couple announced their new arrival in a joint Instagram statement.
“We are blessed and excited to announce the birth of our son, Cardinal Madden. He is awesome and we are all so happy he is here! For the kids’ safety and privacy we won’t be posting any pictures, but he’s really cute. We are feeling so blessed and grateful. Sending much love from our fam to yours. Best wishes and good afternoon!!” the caption read.
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Jimmie Allen
Country singer and American Idol alum Jimmie Allen revealed on March 19, 2024, that he had secretly welcomed twins Aria and Amari in June 2023 with an unnamed woman amid his divorce from wife Alexis Gale. The 9-month-old boy and girl made their debut on his Instagram Stories along with photos of his other kids. Jimmie also included a note that read, “I have 6 kids. I love each one of them. I refuse to let anyone make me feel ashamed of any of my children. The only opinion I care about is theirs.”
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Michael Voltaggio and Bria Vinaite
On March 10, Top Chef winner Michael Voltaggio announced that he was expecting a baby with his wife, Bria Vinaite. “The rumors we started are true … she’s coming into the world June 2024,” he captioned a video of his wife’s baby bump and a photo of the sonogram. The TV personality is also a dad to daughters Olivia and Sophia, whom he shares with ex-wife Kerri.
She gave birth to their daughter, Echo Monroe Voltaggio, on June 1.
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Daveed Diggs and Emmy Raver-Lampman
Broadway star Daveed Diggs and Emmy Raver-Lampman announced that they had welcomed their first baby together on March 7.
“Dear baby, you have forever changed us. Our hearts are filled with a kind of love we never thought possible. We love you more than you will truly ever know. Thank you for choosing us. Now please … go the f–k to sleep. love, mom and dad,” he captioned a photo of his baby’s feet on Instagram.
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Esther Choi
Esther Choi announced the birth of her baby boy on Instagram.
“I’m a mama! Sharing the very first photo ever taken of us.. the minute he was born. 2.22.24 Welcome to earth, my little dragon angel bebe. *Leonardo* Words cannot describe how much I love you,” she captioned her post. “P.S. one week in … motherhood is hard shout out to all the mamas out there.. thinking of you every second.”
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Gabby Barrett and Cade Foehner
American Idol‘s Gabby Barrett and Cade Foehner welcomed their third child together, a baby girl, on February 17. They named her Ivy Josephine Foehner.
“Our third baby arrived earth side early this morning, at home. Another life to love and cherish. Praising God for His kindness!” the doting mom, who shares daughter Baylah May and son Augustine Boone with Cade, wrote on Instagram.
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Rooney Mara
Rooney Mara cradled her baby bump at the premiere of La Cocina during the 74th Berlinale International Film Festival on February 16. The actress already shares one child, son River, with partner Joaquin Phoenix. She reportedly gave birth in June 2024 to their second child.
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Elisabeth Moss
During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on January 30, Elisabeth Moss confirmed she was expecting her first child.
“Are you pregnant or just an incredibly committed method actor?” Jimmy Kimmel asked, to which she replied, “A little bit of both.”
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Drew Scott and Linda Phan
Drew Scott revealed that Linda Phan was pregnant with baby No. 2 in an Instagram post on January 21.
“Round 2. I hope Parker’s ready for a lil company,” the Property Brothers star captioned a photo of his wife’s baby bump.
Their daughter, Piper Rae Scott, was born on May 21.
The couple are also parents to son Parker James.
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Kelsy and Neil Spaeth
Good Bones star Karen E. Laine announced that she welcomed a grandchild born to daughter Kelsy Spaeth and her husband, Neil Spaeth.
“When your baby has a baby, all the self-imposed rules about not posting pictures of kids who are too young to give permission go out the window, but just this once,” the DIY expert captioned a photo holding the newborn on January 20. “Kelsy and Neil are doing a great job. I’m looking forward to watching them be amazing parents and getting to spend as much time as possible with this nugget.”
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Jenna Dewan and Steve Kazee
Jenna Dewan revealed she was pregnant with baby No. 3 in an Instagram video posted on January 17.
“Think if I make @stevekazee serenade me every night the baby will get his voice??” the Step Up alum, who is also a mom to kids Everly and Callum, asked her followers in the caption.
She gave birth to daughter Rhiannon on June 14.
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Clare Crawley and Ryan Dawkins
On January 15, Clare Crowley announced the birth of her daughter, Rowen Lily Dawkins, via surrogate with her husband, Ryan Dawkins.
“She’s here! Healthy [and] beyond loved. Dream come true,” The Bachelorette alum wrote.
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Josh Duhamel and Audra Mari
Josh Duhamel and his wife, Audra Mari, welcomed their first child together, Shepherd Lawrence Duhamel, on January 11. The Transformers actor also shares son Axl with ex-wife Fergie.
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