Stars Who Announced Pregnancies or Gave Birth in 2024: Celebs Who Expanded Their Families This Year

Jennifer Gates and Nayel Nassar

The eldest daughter of Microsoft founder Bill Gates announced she and her husband are 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.”

Mindy Kaling

The Office star 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.

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.

Mandy Moore and Taylor Goldsmith

Mandy Moore announced she was expecting her third child with husband Taylor Goldsmith on May 31. The This Is Us actress shared a sweet photo of her sons, Augustus and Oscar, wearing shirts that said “Big” and “Middle.”

“Sometimes life imitates art. The third in our own Big Three coming soon. Can’t wait for these boys to have a baby sister,” she captioned the post, referencing the Pearson family in This Is Us.

Kristen Welker

Today alum Kristen Welker announced she was expecting her second child via surrogate with her husband, John Hughes, on May 14. 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.

Jasmine Roth

HGTV’s Jasmine Roth announced she was pregnant with her second child with her husband, Brett Roth, on May 10. 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.”

Carli Lloyd

Soccer star Carli Lloyd announced she was pregnant with her first child with her husband, Brian, 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.

Christian Slater

Christian Slater and his wife, Brittany Lopez, are expecting their second child together. She debuted her baby bump on the red carpet at the premiere of Unfrosted on April 30.

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.

Lea Michele and Zandy Reich

Lea Michele announced she was expecting her second child with husband Zandy Reich on March 27. The pair are already parents to son Ever, whom they welcomed in August 2020.

“Mommy, Daddy and Ever are overjoyed,” she captioned an Instagram photo cradling her baby bump.

Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden

Cameron and Benji 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.

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.”

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.

Daveed Diggs and Emmy Raver-Lampman

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.

Esther Choi

Esther 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.”

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.

Rooney Mara

Rooney 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.

Elisabeth Moss

During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on January 30, Elisabeth 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.”

Drew Scott and Linda Phan

Drew revealed that Linda was pregnant with baby No. 2 in an Instagram post on January 21. The couple are already parents to son Parker James.

“Round 2. I hope Parker’s ready for a lil company,” the Property Brothers star captioned a photo of his wife’s baby bump.

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.”

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.

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.

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.