Ashanti pregnant: due date, baby’s gender & all the pregnancy details
22 August 2024, 11:58 | Updated: 22 August 2024, 12:14
Nelly posts birthday tribute to Ashanti after rekindling romance
When did Ashanti give birth to her baby with Nelly? What is the gender of her baby? Here is everything we know after they rekindled their decade-long romance.
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R&B singer Ashanti, 43, has revealed she has given birth to her son Kareem Kenkaide Haynes in July 2024 after announcing the exciting news on Instagram.
The news of her pregnancy came just months after Nelly and Ashanti rekindled their romance in Summer 2023, ten years after ending their decade-long relationship.
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In April 2024, Ashanti confirmed the news themselves on social media, revealing that they are expecting their baby, and are also engaged! Ashanti started her maternity leave in June 2024 after performing her final show in Kansas, with Lloyd saying: "This is gonna be Ashanti's last show before she goes on maternity leave" and also saying "good luck Mommy"!
Ashanti took to Essence magazine to share the exciting news: "This new year of my life is such a blessing full of love, hope, and anticipation,” she says.
“Motherhood is something that I have looked forward to, and sharing this with my family, fiancé, and loyal fans, who have been so supportive of my career, is an amazing experience.”
The artists first met at the Grammys in 2003 but called things off in 2013, and have now announced their pregnancy, due in summer 2024, so here's everything you need to know!
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When is Ashanti and Nelly's baby due date?
Ashanti and Nelly have not revealed the exact due date of their little one, however announced that the baby came early, before he was born on July 18 2024.
KK had a dignified birth, coming just a little early, causing Nelly to fly in last minute to make it in time. “Having all of us in the delivery room and seeing his face for the first time, I cried it was just so emotional and spiritual at the same time,” Ashanti recalled to ET
“Having a vision of this moment for so long...it was such an electrifying feeling.”
Ashanti and Nelly in May 2024. Picture: Instagram -
When did Ashanti have her baby shower?
Ashanti was thrown a surprise baby shower by Nelly in July 2024 at Dolce & Gabbana baby boutique in New York City.
Pal and fellow musician Fat Joe was in attendance, and posted an adorable tribute to Nelly and Ashanti to his social media.
"Today we had a Baby Shower, I love you my sister I’m sooooooo happy for yall guys GOD IS GREAT @ashanti @nelly @lolamilan1," Fat Joe captioned his Instagram post.
In the middle of his tour with Janet Jackson Nelly took the time out to throwing Ashanti a surprise baby shower and Dolce & Gabbana hosted it. 🥹🥰 awwww she was so surprised! 🍼 I’m so happy for them!! 🤍💛❤️ pic.twitter.com/6shMuXSS5k
— That Chick..… (@Bloop_1) July 1, 2024 -
What is Nelly and Ashanti's baby's gender?
Nelly and Ashanti did not reveal the gender of their little one, and chose not to share the gender of their baby until they were born.
In response to their rekindling romance, a source told Us Weekly: “A few years ago, Ashanti never would’ve imagined reconciling with Nelly, but they’re enjoying spending time together,” the insider said at the time. “They don’t want to rush anything.”
They welcomed a baby boy together in 2024.
The pair were a noughties it couple. Picture: Getty -
How many kids does Ashanti have?
Ashanti has one child, and this baby with Nelly is the 43-year-olds first!
The pair originally met 20 years ago at a press conference for the Grammy Awards, and are now expectant parents.
That old school R&B love >>>>>. Picture: Getty -
How many kids does Nelly have?
Unlike Ashanti, Nelly does have children from a previous partner.
He shares a son, Cornell Hayes III (24), and daughter, Chanelle (29), from a previous relationship.
He also has two adopted children from his stepsister Jaqueline Donahue who died on March 25, 2005.
Rapper Nelly has welcomed his fifth baby. Picture: Getty
