Colton Underwood, a star of the reality show ‘The Traitors’, recently shared insights into his life as a new parent alongside his husband, Jordan C. Brown. The couple welcomed their son, Bishop, through surrogacy in September 2024, and since then, they have been navigating the joys and challenges of parenthood.
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Speaking at the 37th Annual GLAAD Media Awards in Los Angeles, Underwood, 34, discussed how the dynamics of their relationship have shifted since becoming parents. He expressed the importance of making time for both individual self-care and for their relationship, despite the demanding nature of raising a young child. “We value our time with him as a shared experience, taking him to the park,” he stated, reflecting on their outings with Bishop, who is now one year old.
Underwood highlighted that Sunday trips to the farmer’s market in Studio City have become a cherished family tradition. “I think we have done a good job of carving out us time and our me time to take care of ourselves so we can show up for each other and show up for our family the best we can,” he explained, demonstrating their commitment to balancing family life with personal time.
Colton Underwood has been open about the emotional journey surrounding their path to parenthood. In February 2024, he launched his podcast titled ‘Daddyhood’, where he discussed the complexities and challenges of starting a family. He candidly communicated his desire to be a father, mentioning, “It was one of the things that bonded us early on. We both wanted to be dads. I was very vocal on that.”
Reflecting on the early stages of their relationship, Underwood elaborated on the traditional values he wished to uphold. “I wanted to have a family,” he noted, whilst acknowledging the uncertainties surrounding their surrogacy journey. “And just figuring out next steps and stages was sort of a mystery to us until it wasn’t,” he added, suggesting that the lack of resources available for those pursuing similar paths was a significant hurdle they faced.
Before embracing fatherhood, Underwood married Jordan C. Brown in May 2023 in Napa Valley, California. The couple first crossed paths at a social gathering in Los Angeles in 2021 and quickly became engaged the following year. Their relationship has blossomed since, now enriched by their experiences as new parents.
The pair have embraced family life wholeheartedly, often seen at various public events with Bishop. Notably, they attended the premiere of the film ‘Goat’ on February 6, showcasing their dedication to sharing their lives as a new family unit with the wider world.
Colton Underwood continues to inspire many with his openness regarding fatherhood and his commitment to family. As he navigates his role as a parent, he remains an advocate for discussions surrounding LGBTQ+ parenting, recognising the valuable lessons and support that come from shared experiences within the community.
As they embark on this exciting journey, Underwood and Brown are making an effort to foster a nurturing environment for their son, while also prioritising their relationship. Their ability to balance these aspects of their lives is a testament to their dedication to both their family and each other, setting a heartwarming example for others in similar situations.