Josh Duhamel and Wife Audra Mari Welcome Their First Baby Together
Josh Duhamel and Audra Mari are celebrating the arrival of their first child, a baby boy named Shepherd Lawrence Duhamel. The couple happily shared the news on Instagram by posting a photo of their newborn's feet. They let everyone know that Shepherd was born on January 11, and they made the announcement almost a week after his birth.
Meet Josh Duhamel & Audra Mari
Josh Duhamel, an American actor and producer, is famous for his roles in movies like Transformers, Safe Haven, and Shotgun Wedding. Born on November 14, 1972, in Minot, North Dakota, he grew up in a military family. Duhamel went to Minot State University and then moved to Los Angeles to chase his dream of acting. With over two decades in the entertainment industry, he has been part of various projects, including TV shows and commercials.
Josh Duhamel alongside his partner, Audra Mari. On the other hand, Audra Mari, a former Miss World America, and model, was born on July 20, 1994, in Fargo, North Dakota. With a background in pageantry, she has worked as a model, appearing in different fashion and lifestyle magazines. Mari is not only into modeling but also engages in charitable work, supporting causes like breast cancer awareness and children's rights.
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Inside Josh Duhamel & Audra Mari’s Relationship Timeline
Josh Duhamel, known for his role in Transformers, and Audra Mari, a former Miss World America, got married in September 2022 after dating for about four years. They had their wedding in Fargo, North Dakota, at the same church where Mari had her baptisms and confirmations.
Josh Duhamel shares the moment he realized he would marry his wife, Audra Mari.
The couple's relationship became public knowledge in 2019, and they announced their engagement in January 2022. Duhamel, previously married to pop star Fergie, shared a photo on Instagram from their wedding day, expressing his joy and love for his new wife.
The couple revealed in early September 2023 that they were expecting their first child together. Duhamel is already a father to a 10-year-old son named Axl Jack Duhamel, whom he shares with his ex-wife, Fergie.
Axl’s Reaction to Becoming a Big Brother
Josh Duhamel and Audra Mari celebrated the arrival of their first child together, a baby boy named Shepherd Lawrence Duhamel, born on January 11, 2024. This joyful event marked the couple's first child, joining Duhamel's 10-year-old son, Axl, from his previous marriage to Fergie.
Josh Duhamel, along with his ex-wife Fergie and their kid Axl. Duhamel has shared heartwarming moments about Axl's excitement about becoming a big brother, confident that Axl will be a wonderful older sibling. Axl, known for loving babies and gentle nature with younger children, had sweet reactions upon learning about his father and stepmother's pregnancy.
In addition, he openly expresses his happiness about growing his family and appreciates Axl's love and support during this special time. The couple's announcement of their new addition has been met with warm wishes and congratulations from their family, friends, and fans.
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The Couple’s Hopes for the Future
In an interview with In Depth with Graham Bensinger in early 2023, Josh Duhamel and Audra Mari shared their hopes for the future. Duhamel mentioned wanting a big family, though he acknowledged being realistic about his age. Mari, however, believed that if Duhamel were 40 now, they might have five more kids. She added they hoped to have more kids if it was in God's plan. Duhamel agreed, saying that was the hope.
The couple's joyous announcement of their first child, Shepherd Lawrence Duhamel, born on January 11, 2024, marked the beginning of their journey as parents. Duhamel, who already has a 10-year-old son named Axl from his previous marriage to Fergie, has shared heartwarming moments about Axl's excitement about becoming a big brother.
However, he's confident Axl will be a wonderful older sibling, given Axl's love for babies and gentle nature with younger children. The couple's announcement of their new addition has received warm wishes and congratulations from their family, friends, and fans.
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