The year 2024 has been a year of heartwarming celebrity pregnancy announcements, with stars across the globe embracing the joys of parenthood.
From Hollywood to South Africa, the year has been filled with surprises, celebrations, and new beginnings.
In a stunning moment at the Oscars, actor Vanessa Hudgens, revealed her pregnancy showcasing her baby bump in a sleek black gown. The actor, married to baseball star Cole Tucker, made her announcement ahead of co-hosting Countdown to 'Oscars: On the Red Carpet Live!', leaving fans in awe of her glowing appearance.
Meanwhile, Hailey and Justin Bieber made their big announcement in an emotional Instagram post, revealing they are expecting their first child.
The couple shared a montage featuring their vow renewal in Hawaii, with Hailey proudly displaying her growing bump. Sources close to the pair said they are "thrilled" to begin their family journey.
Blxckie and his long-time partner, YouTuber Hermosa, also joined the parenthood club in 2024. The rapper, who had kept his private life low-key, made a heartwarming reveal on Instagram, with fans celebrating the couple’s new arrival in a touching video post.
In an unexpected twist, South African rapper Musa Keys shocked his fans by announcing he’s expecting his first child. Known for keeping his personal life private, Musa’s surprise announcement went viral, with many fans expressing their happiness for the private star.
South African rapper A-Reece and his girlfriend, Rickelle Jones, also made waves in July with the news that they were expecting their first child.
Rickelle shared her baby bump on Instagram, with a track by Proverb, “Bread Winner” playing in the background.
Shane Eagle and fiancée Nicole Swartz also joined the ranks of new parents, marking a milestone in their love story.
Actor Simphiwe Ngema melted hearts with her second pregnancy news, as did "The River" star Galaletsang Koffman, who shared stunning maternity photos with her comedian partner Tsitsi Chiumya.
Meanwhile rugby star Makazole Mapimpi surprised fans when he revealed he’s expecting a child with his wife. The news came when Mapimpi missed a game to be by his wife’s side in KwaZulu-Natal.
Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly (MGK) revealed they are expecting their first child together. Fox shared the news on Instagram with a touching post featuring her baby bump and a positive pregnancy test, accompanied by lyrics from MGK’s song "Last November".
Cardi B made waves by announcing her pregnancy just days after filing for divorce from Offset. “With every ending comes a new beginning,” she wrote on Instagram, sparking an outpouring of support.
Former Disney star Skai Jackson, ended months of speculation by confirming her pregnancy, reflecting on her journey and future projects in PEOPLE magazine.
Other star parents include former Miss South Africa 2018 Tamaryn Green Nxumalo celebrated her 30th birthday by revealing her pregnancy, while Miss SA 2020 runner-up Thato Mosehle shared stunning photos with husband Frans Maruma in Zanzibar, calling her pregnancy “a beautiful blessing.”
And last but certainly not least, Zoë Brown Anderson, the former "Expresso" presenter, thrilled fans by announcing she’s expecting twin boys, set to arrive in March 2025.
The Sydney-based star has made waves with her joyful pregnancy update, while "Skeem Saam" actor Scelo Buthelezi taking a creative approach, by sharing the news with a fun TikTok video that had everyone talking.
With each star’s new arrival, 2024 has proven to be a year of growth, love, and celebration.
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