The ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ star Chris Pratt and his author wife Katherine Schwarzenegger welcomed their first child together on August 10. The couple, who has married in June 2018, took to social media to announce the birth of their daughter, Lyla Maria Schwarzenegger Pratt.
Along with a photo of Pratt and Schwarzenegger holding the baby’s hand, they released a joint message regarding the news:
“We are beyond thrilled to announce the birth of our daughter, Lyla Maria Schwarzenegger Pratt.”
As already known, the new dad, Pratt shares a 7-year-old son with his ex-wife, Anna Faris.
The couple continued:
“We couldn’t be happier. Both mom and baby are doing great. We are extremely blessed. Love Katherine and Chris.”
Apart from the above-mentioned message, Chris Pratt added the following passages from the Bible:
“Psalm 126:3
The LORD has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy.
Psalm 127:3-4
Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward. Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the children of one’s youth. Blessed is the man who fills his quiver with them! He shall not be put to shame when he speaks with his enemies in the gate.”
Also, according to news released by Entertainment Weekly, a source told:
“The couple is so excited for their new addition and has been showered with love from their family and friends. Chris was there for the birth and the couple can’t stop taking their eyes off their daughter. Katherine and Chris are doing well and Katherine is enjoying the experience of being a first-time mother.”
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