Pregnancy Planet's Hollywood Baby Buzz!

Gwen Stefani Welcomes a Baby Boy!

2008-08-21T19:36:00.000-07:00

Gwen Stefani and hubby welcomed a new baby son, Zuma Nesta Rock, on Thursday, August 21. Zuma weighed 8 pounds and 5 ounces when he was born , according to publicist Dave Tomberlin. "Mother, baby and family are all happy and healthy," he said in a statement.

The pop star and fashionista has another son, 2-year-old Kingston, with her husband, rocker Gavin Rossdale. Rossdale also has a teenage daughter with fashion designer Pearl Lowe.

Another Hanson is on the way!

2008-08-21T06:19:00.000-07:00

Middle brother Taylor Hanson (of the rock trio Hanson), and his wife Natalie are expecting their fourth child. Natalie, 26, is due this winter.

Taylor, 25, told People Magazine that each of the couple's four kids has made life richer and more exciting, and they can’t wait for the new baby to join the party. The new arrival will join older siblings Jordan Ezra, 5 ½, Penelope Anne, 3, and River Samuel, 23 months.

As for the other Hanson brothers: Guitarist Isaac, 27, and his wife Nikki have two boys, Clarke Everett, 16 months, and James Monroe, 7 weeks. Drummer Zac, 22, and his wife Kate have son John Ira Shepherd, 3 months.

Christina Applegate Plans To Start A Family Depsite Cancer

2008-08-18T08:23:00.001-07:00

Kudos to Christina for her bravery! Christina Applegate has always dreamed of becoming a mom — and, despite her recent cancer diagnosis, she’s refusing to give up. Just days before she was diagnosed with breast cancer last month, Christina told an interviewer of her longing to get pregnant. “I’m at that age where, biologically, it calls me a lot,” she said. “I don’t want to wait until I’m in my mid-40s.”

Star magazine reports that Christina has vowed to put off a punishing course of chemotherapy until after she has succeeded in starting a family. Christina’s is trying to conceive a baby with musician Martyn Lenoble, whom she has dated for several months. She does plan to begin chemotherapy treatments, as soon as possible after the birth.

“A baby is the most important thing in the world to Christina right now,” said the source. “She doesn’t want to expose her body to chemo or radiation until after she gives birth.”
We commend her strength and courage.

The Brangelia Twins are here!

2008-07-13T05:04:00.001-07:00

NICE, France — Angelia Jolie and Brad Pitt welcomed twins Saturday night at approximately 8PM. The twins, a girl and a boy, were delivered by Cesarian section performed by obstetrician, Dr. Michael Sussman. Dr. Sussmann, told The Associated Press that the actress, the babies and Jolie's partner, actor Brad Pitt, "are doing marvelously well."

The baby names are: Knox Leon (boy), and Vivienne Marcheline (girl). Knox Leon weighed 5.03 pounds at birth, while his twin sister, Vivienne Marcheline, weighed 5 pounds. The doctor said he believed the baby girl's middle name was chosen in honor of Jolie's mother, actress Marcheline Bertrand, who died in Jan. 2007 after a 7 1/2-year battle with cancer.

It is reported that Brad Pitt was there during the delivery operation at the seaside Lenval hospital in Nice in southern France. Jolie is expected to stay in the hospital for a few more days.

Jolie and Pitt already have four children: Maddox, 6; Pax, 4; Zahara, 3, and Shiloh, 2.

Matt and Camila have a beautiful and healthy baby boy!

2008-07-09T06:19:00.002-07:00

Matthew McConaughey and girlfriend Camila Alves welcomed a baby boy on July 8th. According to the “Fool’s Gold” actor’s rep Alan Nierob, the baby boy was born at 6:22 pm and weighed 7 pounds and 4 ounces. A close friend revealed, “They’re so happy!”

According to OK! magazine, the couple named their son Levi Alves McConaughey. McConaughey told OK!, "Levi was another name for the apostle Matthew in The Bible. They were, in fact, two names for the same person. Our son was born at 6:22 p.m., and this particular time represents my favorite verse in the book of Matthew in The Bible: ‘If thy eye be single, thy whole body will be full of light’."

Nicole Kidman & Keith Urban welcome a baby girl!

2008-07-09T06:19:00.001-07:00

Congratulations to Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban who have given birth to a baby girl on Monday, July 7th. They named the baby Sunday Rose Kidman Urban, who weighed in at 6 lbs, 7 ounces.

Urban was at his wife's side at the delivery at a Nashville hospital, and released this statement on his Web site: "Earlier this morning Nic gave birth to our beautiful baby girl, Sunday Rose Kidman Urban. We want to thank everybody that has kept us in their thoughts and prayers. We feel very blessed and grateful that we can share this joy with all of you today."

Babyface and Girlfriend Nikki Pattenburg Expecting First Child

2008-06-29T06:42:00.000-07:00

Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds and his girlfriend, dancer Nikki Pantenburg are expecting a baby this fall. The smooth singer/songwriter, 50, has two sons (Brandon and Dylan) with ex-wife Tracey Edmonds.

Sources insist Babyface and his 35-year-old partner, Nikki Pantenburg, have no plans to wed. The baby is due at the end of 2008. The Grammy-winning singer, who just celebrated his 50th birthday, has been dating the 35-year-old dancer since January 2007. Congrats to the parents-to-be!

Will Minnie Driver be the next Hollywood mom to give birth?

2008-06-26T19:57:00.000-07:00

This past Saturday at a friend’s home in Malibu, Minnie had her baby shower. It was a casual affair, with about 40 guests in attendance, sipping basil lemonade and eating finger sandwiches and berry cake from Sweet Lady Jane. Minnie opened Gymboree Brand gifts, while guests hand-painted onesies for the baby, and signed personal notes in a book to be given to the mom-to-be. She just might be the next celebrity mom to deliver!

Laila Ali is going to make Muhammad Ali a grandpa!

2008-06-26T19:42:00.000-07:00

Retired undefeated Women's Super Middleweight Champion and youngest daughter of Muhammad Ali, Laila Ali, has announced that she is pregnant with her first child. Laila, who cohosts NBC’s American Gladiator tells Essence magazine that she and husband, former NFL player Curtis Conway, will become parents in the fall. “I don’t know yet if we are having a boy or a girl, but I’m excited that I have a life inside me that my husband and I created,” says Laila.

The 30-year-old Ali married Conway, 36, last July in Marina Del Rey, California. Her first marriage to former boxer, Johnny “Yahyah” McClain, ended in 2005. Conway has three children from a previous marriage.

“Curtis is very calm and has a quiet confidence, and he wanted what I wanted—to be married and have a family,” says the former boxer. “I am 100 percent undeniably happy,” gushes Laila. “I've never been able to say that before.”

Another Spears Makes Her Debut!

2008-06-26T19:38:00.000-07:00

Jamie Lynn Spears gave birth to a baby girl on June 19th. According to People, they named her Maddie Briann. Only immediate family was present for the birth, including Britney. A source states that “Everyone is healthy and happy.” Jamie, 17, and the Maddie’s dad Casey Aldridge, 19, plan on getting married soon, and just bought a house together in Liberty, Miss.

Alison Sweeny is expecting her second child

2008-06-26T19:33:00.000-07:00

Alison Sweeney is pregnant with baby #2. She and her husband Dave Sanov have a son together, Ben, who is 3-years-old. Alison's rep, Carrie Simons told People: "She told them that, in a season all about family, hers is about to get bigger." She was talking about season 6 of “Biggest Loser” that Alison hosts.

Matthew McConaughey, Camila Alves

2008-06-26T19:32:00.000-07:00

"We are stoked and wowed by this miracle of creation," Matthew McConaughey wrote on his blog. He and girlfriend Camila Alves are expecting a summer baby and, "all looks healthy and lively so far."

Minnie Driver

2008-06-26T19:30:00.001-07:00

"You've noticed my tummy, haven't you?" The Riches star Minnie Driver joked with Jay Leno. The busy actress and singer admitted during a visit to the Tonight Show that she is pregnant and due in the summer. "I'm going to be a very tired mother, I'm sure!" Driver joked to People. "No, I'm going to be happy. I'm going to be a happy mother."

Gwen Stefani, Gavin Rossdale

2008-06-26T19:26:00.000-07:00

Fashionable rocker Gwen Stefani is expecting her second child with Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale. We can't say that we're surprised. "I can't wait to get pregnant again," our December cover girl told us. "It's so fun and consuming and romantic." The 2008 Grammy nominee and mom to Kingston Rossdale recently finished a world tour for her latest solo album, The Sweet Escape.

Matt Damon and Luciana Barroso

2008-06-26T19:24:00.000-07:00

Bourne Dad? Absolutely. Matt Damon and Luciana Barroso are expecting a sibling for 1-year-old Isabella and 9-year-old Alexia. "Being a dad is just amazing," Damon has told People. "These stages go by at warp speed…I can see why parents start thinking, I want another one."

Pete Wentz and Ashlee Simpson

2008-06-26T19:22:00.000-07:00

Newly-married couple Pete Wentz and Ashlee Simpson will be adding a new member to the family band. The Fallout Boy bassist recently confirmed the rumors on his blog: "While many have speculated about this, we wanted to wait until after the first trimester to officially confirm that we are expecting our first child. This is truly the most joyous time in our lives and we are excited to share the happy news and start our family."

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt

2008-06-26T19:21:00.000-07:00

Bonjour, beaux bébés! After months of staying mum, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt announced at the Cannes Film Festival that they are awaiting twins. The couple, who considers French their family's second language, have settled in Provence for the birth with their children Maddox, 6; Pax, 4; Zahara, 3; and Shiloh, 2.

Will Arnett and Amy Poehler

2008-06-26T19:19:00.000-07:00

America's funniest baby is on its way! As her movie, Baby Mama, hit number one in the theaters, Amy Poehler revealed that she is expecting a fall baby with actor husband Will Arnett. "I'm great with kids," the SNL star told New York's Daily News. "I think I'm still a big giant kid." No doubt her kid's eye view led to the creation of her new Nickelodeon cartoon The Mighty B!.

Gillian Anderson

2008-06-26T19:17:00.000-07:00

X-Files lead Gillian Anderson is expecting a second child with businessman boyfriend Mark Griffiths. The actress has called pregnancy a strengthening experience: "I remember, after going through the birthing process, feeling that no cut, no abrasions, no knock on the head will make me whine again." The couple has an 18-month-old son, Oscar, and Anderson has a 13-year-old daughter, Piper, from a previous marriage.

Mark Wahlberg and Rhea Durham

2008-06-26T19:15:00.000-07:00

The Happening star Mark Wahlberg and girlfriend Rhea Durham are expecting their third child together. With eight siblings of his own, it's no surprise that Wahlberg wants to add to his family...most of the time. "When the kids are good, we want eight or nine," the actor told People. "When they're bad, we want to stop at three." The couple has a 4-year-old daughter, Ella, and a two-year-old son, Michael.

Michelle Monaghan

2008-06-26T19:10:00.000-07:00

Stylish star Michelle Monaghan is awaiting her first child with graphic designer husband Peter White, reports People. "I love children and it's something that I've always wanted, to be a mother and have kids," the Made of Honor star said. The couple's newborn will premiere in the fall, along with Monaghan's next film, Eagle Eye.

2008-04-16T14:46:00.000-07:00

J. Lo and Marc have twins baptized

2008-04-12T19:47:00.000-07:00

Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony had the twins, Max and Emme baptized on Saturday April 12. Friends and family attended the private ceremony which was held at a church in Long Island, NY, followed by a reception at Jennifer and Marc’s estate in Brookville.