**Actress Anneliese van der Pol and Husband Johnno Wilson Expecting Second Child**
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In an exciting turn of events, actress Anneliese van der Pol and her husband, Johnno Wilson, have announced that they are expecting their second child. The couple, who are both 41 years old, shared the joyful news exclusively with PEOPLE, revealing that their new arrival, a baby girl, is expected to join the family in December.
Van der Pol, known for her role in the Disney Channel favourite *That’s So Raven*, expressed her happiness in a recent interview, stating, “I’m the happiest I’ve ever been!” She noted the delightful timing of their family expansion with Wilson recently wrapping filming on his new project for Netflix, an adaptation of the classic horror series *Resident Evil*, set to premiere on September 18. Meanwhile, van der Pol is back in the theatre scene, performing in *Heathers: The Musical* in New York City.
The announcement of their growing family comes less than a year after the couple welcomed their first child, a daughter, in December 2022. The couple joyfully anticipates the challenges and rewards of raising two young girls. Van der Pol remarked, “We’re having a girl! I have two sisters and I could not be happier to bring another girl into the sisterhood.” She fondly recalled the unique way they discovered their first child’s sex during a gender reveal party, where Wilson hit a golf ball that exploded in a cloud of pink powder.
Currently, the couple is celebrating their impending arrival by visiting Babylist’s new showroom in SoHo, a location that is set to open next month. They view this outing as the perfect way to kick off the celebrations. “We’re kicking off the celebrations by visiting the new Babylist showroom in Soho together!” said van der Pol. “Two under two? It’s a dream come true! Who says you can’t have it all?”
The pair first crossed paths while filming *Raven’s Home*, in which they portrayed an ex-husband and wife. Their off-screen romance blossomed into marriage when they wed in December 2024 in Santa Barbara. Reflecting on their experiences as new parents, the couple has remained optimistic, with Wilson noting how their friends and family had prepared them for the challenges of parenthood.
Van der Pol shared that her first pregnancy had been largely smooth, despite being advised of the potential difficulties. “Yes, most people set my expectations low in the sense that they said it would be really hard,” she acknowledged. “But thankfully, I’ve had a really wonderful pregnancy.” Her sentiments echoed the joy and anticipation that accompanies such life-changing moments.
As they prepare for the arrival of their second daughter, the couple remains focused on creating a nurturing environment. Van der Pol emphasized the importance of empowerment for their daughters. “I don’t want her to be a performer or care if she’s a doctor… but she WILL be a feminist,” she asserted, highlighting her hopes for her children to grow up with strength and independence.
The couple’s love for each other and their commitment to family is evident as they navigate the demands of their respective careers while awaiting their newest family member. With a one-year-old to care for and a baby on the way, both van der Pol and Wilson embody the modern parents balancing work, creativity, and family life.
As the December due date approaches, fans of the couple are sure to be excited to watch them embark on this new chapter of parenthood and family life.