Josh Duhamel and his wife, Audra Mari, have announced the arrival of their second child together, a daughter they have named Rocca de Leon Duhamel. The couple shared the joyful news via a joint Instagram post on May 17, where they expressed their excitement with the caption, “Our baby girl is here đ¤đď¸.”
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In a show of goodwill and support, Duhamel’s ex-wife, Fergie, congratulated the couple in the comments section of the post, posting a series of heart and ribbon emojis to celebrate the addition to their family. Duhamel and Fergie, who share a son named Axl, have maintained a positive relationship since their divorce in 2019.
Rocca joins big brother Shepherd, Duhamel and Mariâs first child together, born earlier in 2024. In a recent interview, Duhamel reflected on his co-parenting relationship with Fergie, suggesting that she is an excellent mother. The actor has praised the bond between Fergie and his new wife, noting that the two women get along well.
Duhamel divulged some personal insights during an appearance on The Megyn Kelly Show, where he discussed the dynamics of his past marriage to Fergie. He acknowledged that their relationship was notably different, particularly because Fergie was, and remains, a significant star. “It was a huge sort of shift because she was a massive star at the time, and it was a big adjustment for me, if I’m being honest,” he admitted.
Despite any challenges, Duhamel conveyed his gratitude for the current state of their co-parenting situation. “I’m extremely happily married now to my wife Audra, we have a beautiful son and a little girl on the way,” he stated, emphasising the importance of harmony in family life. “I just want peace and I don’t want any infighting between anybody.”
In conjunction with this heartwarming announcement, Duhamel shared his anticipation of becoming a “girl dad.” Speaking with E! News, he expressed his excitement about his new daughterâs arrival, stating, “I cannot wait to meet her. I think there’s something about dads and their little girls. It’s different, you know?”
Prior to the birth of Rocca, Audra Mari took to Instagram to reveal her pregnancy. A series of black-and-white photographs depicted her cradling her baby bump and radiating joy as she shared the news with their followers. “Adding a little girl to our story. We canât wait to meet you,” she warmly captioned the post.
The couple’s journey, from welcoming their first child to now expanding their family, appears to have been marked by mutual support and a shared commitment to their children’s well-being. With an emphasis on maintaining civility and respect among each other, Duhamelâs family dynamics have become a focal point of interest for fans.
As they embark on this new chapter in their lives, many will undoubtedly be admiring the seamless way in which Duhamel, Mari, and Fergie have navigated their relationships. The actor’s positive remarks and Fergie’s supportive gesture indicate a promising environment for all of their children as they continue to grow together as a blended family.