Celebrity Babies of 2025: Stars Who Welcomed New Arrivals This Year

The first half of 2025 has seen a remarkable surge in celebrity baby announcements, with stars across entertainment, sports, and royalty welcoming new members into their families. The year kicked off with Lily Collins and husband Charlie McDowell celebrating the arrival of their first child, daughter Tove Jane McDowell, via surrogate on January 31. The Emily in Paris actress shared an Instagram post expressing deep gratitude to “our incredible surrogate,” calling her daughter “the center of our world” and affirming the couple’s joy at becoming parents for the first time :[oaicite:2]{index=2}.

Just days earlier, on January 22, Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi welcomed their second child, Athena Elizabeth Rose, into the world. Buckingham Palace confirmed the newborn and emphasized the royal family’s delight in the addition to their lineage :[oaicite:3]{index=3}. Other notable January arrivals include supermodel Gisele Bündchen, who welcomed her third child—her first with partner Joaquim Valente—in early February.

While details remain private, outlets report both mother and baby are healthy :[oaicite:4]{index=4}. Former Disney star Skai Jackson gave birth to her first child, a son with Deondre Burgin, in late January—though her excitement was overshadowed later by a restraining order request amid relationship turmoil :[oaicite:5]{index=5}. February brought more celebrity babies into view.

Grace Gummer and producer Mark Ronson welcomed their second daughter around February 21, following their first child Ruthie. The couple’s joy was reflected in a heartfelt announcement on social media :[oaicite:6]{index=6}. On February 12, former Bachelor star Ben Higgins and his wife Jessica Clarke introduced their first baby—a girl—writing simply, “baby girl Higgins has entered the world.

” NFL legend Elon Musk and Neuralink executive Shivon Zilis also revealed the birth of their son, Seldon Lycurgus, in February, continuing Musk’s growing family after previous arrivals :[oaicite:7]{index=7}. March featured high-profile arrivals including Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly, who welcomed their first child together, a daughter named Celestial Seed, in March. Fox shared the announcement with fans on Instagram, describing the beautiful name and emotional arrival moment :[oaicite:8]{index=8}.

Hailie Jade McClintock, Eminem’s daughter, welcomed her first child, a son named Elliot Marshall, on March 13 with heartfelt reflections shared on social media :[oaicite:9]{index=9}. Jennifer Lawrence and actor Cooke Maroney became parents for the second time in early 2025, though they have kept details quiet :[oaicite:10]{index=10}. April brought further joyous news: Meredith Gaudreau, widow of the late NHL player Johnny Gaudreau, welcomed her third son, Carter Michael Gaudreau, on April 1—just seven months after her husband’s tragic death.

She emphasized the resemblance and emotional significance of her son’s name, honoring his father’s memory :[oaicite:11]{index=11}. On April 2, fashion photographer Maggie Keating and actor Zachary Levi celebrated the arrival of their first child, Henson Ezra Levi Pugh, with Levi expressing long-held fatherhood hopes fulfilled at last :[oaicite:12]{index=12}. Motherhood continued in May with actor-producer announcements and more.

Jesy Nelson, formerly of Little Mix, quietly welcomed twin girls Ocean Jade and Story Monroe on May 15—prematurely at 31 weeks and diagnosed with twin‑to‑twin transfusion syndrome. The twins were discharged in time to celebrate Nelson’s birthday, considered a medical triumph and emotional family milestone :[oaicite:13]{index=13}. Kristen Doute of Vanderpump Rules and fiancé Luke Broderick welcomed their daughter Kaia Lily on June 11, expressing gratitude and amazement at the new addition :[oaicite:14]{index=14}.

Singer Sam Hunt and wife Hannah Lee Fowler welcomed baby Wayman Allen Hunt on May 21, their third child, joining siblings Lucy and Lowry :[oaicite:15]{index=15}. In June, musician Teddy Swims and partner Raiche Wright became parents with the birth of a baby boy on June 23. Swims later reflected in interviews about how fatherhood and therapy are transforming his personal and professional life :[oaicite:16]{index=16}.

Southern Charm star Madison LeCroy and husband Brett Randle welcomed their first child together, a daughter named Teddi, in June—a girl named in honor of Madison’s father, Ted LeCroy :[oaicite:17]{index=17}. July has also delivered landmark moments. Trisha Paytas and husband Moses Hacmon announced the birth of their third child on July 12, a son they named Aquaman Moses Paytas‑Hacmon.

The name sparked widespread commentary. Paytas, who considered other whimsical names, defended the choice and called the experience transformative :[oaicite:18]{index=18}. Actress Josh Peck and wife Paige O’Brien announced the arrival of their third child, baby son Meyer Lane Peck, on July 2—celebrated as the latest addition to their family unit :[oaicite:19]{index=19}.

Tim Tebow and Demi‑Leigh Tebow welcomed their first child, a daughter, on July 6, sharing gratitude for their growing family :[oaicite:20]{index=20}. Sanya Richards‑Ross and Aaron Ross also celebrated the birth of their third son early July, with heartfelt messages and family updates posted online :[oaicite:21]{index=21}. Most recently, influencer Lele Pons and rapper Guaynaa revealed the arrival of their first child, a girl named Eloísa, on July 26.

The couple shared the news via Instagram with joy and excitement for their new family chapter :[oaicite:22]{index=22}. Royal circles also welcomed a newborn: Princess Beatrice’s second daughter Athena Elizabeth Rose made royal headlines in January, often included in lists of notable royal babies of 2025 :[oaicite:23]{index=23}. Notably, DJ Steve Aoki and his wife Sasha Sofine welcomed son Rocky77 on their anniversary in 2025, while NFL stars Jared Goff and Christian McCaffrey became parents with daughters born to Christen Harper and Olivia Culpo, respectively :[oaicite:24]{index=24}.

This prolific year of celebrity births reflects a mosaic of parenthood: surrogacies, IVF journeys, blended families, and royal traditions. From high-profile first-time parents like Lily Collins and Skai Jackson to expanding families such as Gisele Bündchen and Grace Gummer, stars have shared personal journeys of fertility, loss, hope, and celebration. Many announcements have been deeply personal—Jessy Nelson’s twin girls overcoming medical odds, Gaudreau welcoming a son after tragic loss, or Paytas owning a unique name choice for artistic expression.

The arrival of royal babies like Athena and public figures such as Beatrice reinforces continuity of monarchy in a modern context. Celebrity baby announcements often signal social trends: acceptance of surrogacy, openness about fertility challenges, and creative naming. Aquaman’s birth name exemplifies playful identity expression; Tove Jane’s surrogate story highlights gratitude and respect; Athena Elizabeth Rose signals tradition and honor.

Each birth has garnered fan attention, commentary, memes, and heartfelt reactions—inviting global audiences to celebrate family expansion. Behind the headlines are themes of gratitude and authenticity. Lily Collins praised her surrogate; Beatrice’s family issued a formal palace announcement of love; Teddy Swims opened up about therapy and emotional growth; Skai Jackson addressed personal safety in motherhood; and Paytas reflected on mental health through parenting.

Many of these parents have shared more than joy—they've shared lessons, resilience, and vulnerability. As the year continues toward autumn, more celebrities remain expected to announce pregnancy or new arrivals—especially those keeping plans private until the final moments. But through July 2025, the stories of Lily Collins, Princess Beatrice, Gisele Bündchen, Skai Jackson, Ronda Rousey, Amber Heard, Megan Fox, Jennifer Lawrence, Grace Gummer, Josh Peck, Trisha Paytas, Teddy Swims and others mark an extraordinary wave of new life hitting public and personal milestones.

These celebrity baby stories also remind us that parenthood crosses boundaries of fame and fortune—it’s shared joy, cultural significance, and deeply personal transitions. Each birth may be reported in celebrity press, but they universally represent new chapters, evolving identities, and generational continuity—from royal heirs to artistic families to social media stars embracing motherhood publicly. Celebrity babies of 2025 have already shaped headlines, inspired conversations, and warmed hearts as fans everywhere witness new lives born into public and private worlds.