Hollywood actor Justin Theroux has become a father for the first time, as his wife Nicole Brydon Bloom announced the arrival of their newborn son. The couple shared their happy news with fans and followers on social media over the weekend.
A Joyful Announcement on Instagram
Nicole Brydon Bloom, an actor known for roles in HBO's The Gilded Age and Hulu's Paradise, took to Instagram on Saturday 18 April to reveal the birth. She posted a touching black-and-white photograph showing Theroux, aged 54, cradling their infant son close to his chest. The caption simply read: "He's here... we are so in love."
While Bloom, who is 32 years old, did not disclose the baby's name in her post, the announcement was met with an outpouring of congratulations from celebrity friends and colleagues across the entertainment industry.
Celebrity Friends Share Congratulations
American actor Brenda Song enthusiastically commented, "CONGRATS!!! So happy for you guys!" Queer Eye star Tan France added, "My loves!! I'm so happy for you guys," while Nina Dobrev from The Vampire Diaries remarked, "He's perfect." The supportive messages highlight the couple's connections within Hollywood circles.
The Journey to Parenthood
This joyful development comes just two months after Bloom shared the charming story of how she revealed her pregnancy to Theroux. During an appearance on the Today programme, she described doing "the classic thing you see in movies" by breaking the news over breakfast.
"He was like, 'How?!'" Bloom recalled with amusement. "And I was like, 'Well, I can walk you through it. It was a team effort.'" She explained that while the couple, who married in March of last year, "weren't entirely planning" the pregnancy, they were nevertheless "excited to start a family."
Previous Relationships and Public Appearances
Theroux was previously in a well-documented six-year relationship with Friends star Jennifer Aniston. The pair first met in 2011 while filming the movie Wanderlust. His romance with Nicole Brydon Bloom began to capture public attention in February 2023, when they were spotted together at a Netflix event.
The couple made their official red-carpet debut as a pair at the prestigious 2024 Vanity Fair Oscars party. They later revealed Bloom's pregnancy in December of last year, when she attended the Fallout season two premiere showcasing a visible baby bump.
Theroux celebrated the impending arrival subtly on his own Instagram account, posting a mirror photo that displayed his partner's bare stomach. He captioned the image: "What an incredible holiday season so far," hinting at their happy news.
The birth of their son marks a significant new chapter for Justin Theroux and Nicole Brydon Bloom, as they embark on the journey of parenthood together amidst the spotlight of their acting careers.
