Celebrities like Beyoncé, Kourtney Kardashian, and Rihanna have shown their creativity in announcing their pregnancies to the world. Beyoncé especially raised the standards when she made the exciting revelation at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards. With her husband Jay-Z by her side, she proudly displayed her baby bump on the red carpet, gently caressing her growing belly while dressed in a stunning orange Lanvin gown.
During the awards ceremony, Beyoncé stole the show with a captivating stage appearance that focused on her pregnancy. The talented artist, formerly a member of Destiny's Child, concluded her performance with a medley that ended on a high note with her song "Love on Top." As the number came to a close, Beyoncé graciously revealed her growing baby bump by opening her sequin blazer.
Following the birth of their daughter Blue Ivy in January 2012, Beyoncé and Jay-Z delighted their fans once again by announcing that the Grammy-winning icon was pregnant with twins, almost five years later.
In February 2017, Beyoncé took to Instagram to express her joy and love, sharing a beautiful image of herself holding her stomach while wearing lingerie. She shared that she and her husband are grateful to be blessed with the news of expecting twins. The couple, who tied the knot in 2008, welcomed their twins named Sir and Rumi in June 2017. They are immensely thankful for the support and good wishes they have received.
Kardashian paid tribute to her husband Travis Barker’s band, Blink-182, as she announced her fourth pregnancy. The reality TV star, who tied the knot with Barker in May 2022, confirmed the news in June 2023 with a homemade sign that read, "Travis, I'm Pregnant," displayed during one of his concerts in Los Angeles. The sign was a nod to a similar one featured in Blink-182's music video for "All the Small Things."
Barker's bandmate, Mark Hoppus, excitedly called attention to the sign, exclaiming, "Hey Travis, you have an announcement! Somebody's got a functioning d—k! Let's congratulate Travis...someone's going to be a parent!"
Kardashian and Barker are expecting their first child together, making it baby number 7 for their blended family. Kardashian already has three children from her previous relationship with Scott Disick - sons Mason and Reign, and daughter Penelope. Barker, on the other hand, shares two children with his ex-wife Shanna Moakler - son Landon and daughter Alabama. He is also a father figure to Moakler's eldest daughter, Atiana, from her previous relationship with Oscar de la Hoya.
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The Most Iconic Celebrity Pregnancy Reveals of All Time: Beyonce, Kourtney Kardashian and More
Beyoncé, Kourtney Kardashian, Rihanna and more stars have put their love on top to reveal pregnancies in creative ways.
Beyoncé raised the standard at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards with a monumental announcement that she and her husband Jay-Z were soon to become parents. The iconic "Single Ladies" singer made a stunning appearance on the red carpet, proudly showcasing her baby bump while elegantly donning an orange Lanvin gown.
As the evening unfolded, Beyoncé captivated the audience when she took the stage. The esteemed artist, formerly a part of Destiny's Child, concluded her impressive performance medley with her hit song "Love on Top." In a truly unforgettable moment, Beyoncé opened her sequin blazer, revealing her radiant baby bump to the world.
In January 2012, Beyoncé and Jay-Z welcomed their first child, daughter Blue Ivy. Almost five years later, they made a big announcement to reveal that Beyoncé was pregnant with twins. Beyoncé took to Instagram in February 2017 to share the news, posting a picture of herself in lingerie, cradling her stomach. In the caption, she expressed their love and happiness, expressing gratitude for being blessed with two additions to their family and thanking everyone for their well wishes.
The iconic musical couple, who tied the knot in 2008, joyfully welcomed their twins Sir and Rumi in June 2017.
In a sweet tribute to her husband Travis Barker's band, Blink-182, Kardashian announced her fourth pregnancy with a heartfelt gesture. At one of the group's concerts in Los Angeles in June 2023, the Kardashian star proudly displayed a homemade sign that read "Travis, I'm Pregnant," reminiscent of the iconic sign featured in Blink-182's "All the Small Things" music video. This gesture beautifully celebrated their love and Barker's musical legacy.
"Travis, I have some exciting news!" Mark Hoppus, Barker's bandmate, exclaimed when he noticed the sign. "We're celebrating Travis's virility here ... someone's going to be a dad!"
Kardashian and Barker will be welcoming their first child together, adding to their already blended family of seven. The founder of Poosh shares three children with ex Scott Disick - Mason, born in December 2009, Reign, born in December 2014, and Penelope, born in July 2012. Barker, on the other hand, co-parents with his ex-wife, Shanna Moakler, and has two children - Landon, born in October 2003, and Alabama, born in December 2005. Additionally, as a father figure, he is involved with Moakler's eldest daughter, Atiana, whom she shares with former partner Oscar de la Hoya.
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Beyonce
The “Crazy in Love” singer revealed at the 2011 VMAs that she was pregnant with baby No. 1, cradling her bump on the stage after debuting the news on the carpet.
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Rihanna
In January 2022, Rihanna and her partner, ASAP Rocky, captivated the online world by sharing breathtaking maternity photos, officially announcing their anticipation of their first child. Following the birth of their son, RZA, in May, the celebrated songstress, known for hits like "We Found Love," electrified the audience with a memorable performance at the subsequent Super Bowl.
During her halftime show at Super Bowl LVII, Rihanna stunned the crowd once again by unveiling her pregnancy with baby No. 2, accentuating her growing belly with an elegant red jumpsuit from Loewe.
“She was absolutely thrilled to receive this opportunity, and the fact that she had the chance to share her pregnancy at the same time was truly enchanting,” a confidential source divulged to us at that moment. “It was a moment she and ASAP had been eager to announce in a remarkable manner, and they both agreed that there was nothing more special than doing it on stage during the Super Bowl halftime show. When it comes to family moments, this unforgettable memory is one they will cherish together for the rest of their lives.”
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Kourtney Kardashian
Kardashian’s June 2023 pregnancy announcement mimicked Barker’s “All the Small Things” music video, which premiered exactly 14 years earlier.
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Keke Palmer
In December 2022, during her Saturday Night Live monologue, Keke Palmer addressed the rumors circulating about her pregnancy. She confirmed the speculation, expressing her excitement about becoming a mother. Despite some people feeling uneasy about her having a child due to her previous career as a child actor, Palmer asserted her maturity at 29 years old, owning a home, and engaging in adult activities. In February 2023, Palmer and her boyfriend, Darius Jackson, joyfully welcomed their son, Leodis.
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Serena Williams
The tennis superstar debuted her second baby bump at the 2023 Met Gala that May when she and husband Alexis Ohanian walked up the famed museum steps.
The couple expressed their gratitude on Instagram for being invited to the benefit by Anna Wintour and added that they were thrilled to attend with their daughter Olympia.
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Cardi B
During her debut as a musical guest on SNL in April 2018, the rapper known as Cardi B announced that she and her now-husband, Offset, were anticipating their first child. As she performed her hit single "Be Careful," Cardi looked stunning in a white maternity gown that showcased her figure.
In July 2018, Cardi gave birth to their daughter, Kulture, who became Offset's fourth child. Recently, at the 2021 BET Awards, the couple excitedly shared that they were expecting their second child together, a son named Wave.
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Karlie Kloss
At the 2023 Met Gala, Kloss and her husband Joshua Kushner made a stylish statement by showcasing her baby bump. The supermodel looked breathtaking in a captivating dark Loewe gown beautifully complemented by a delicate strand of pearls.
"Karlie and Joshua are thrilled to announce their expanding family, although they've kept this pregnancy news under wraps and only shared it with a select few close friends," revealed a source to Us. The couple, who recently welcomed their firstborn son Levi in March 2021, are relieved to finally let the world in on their joyful secret.
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Jessica Alba
Alba and her husband, Cash Warren, involved their daughters Honor and Haven in announcing the news of their expanding family. The two young girls proudly held up balloons representing their birth order, "1" and "2", while Alba herself held up a "3" balloon. Alba expressed her excitement and joy about the upcoming arrival in a heartfelt Instagram post in July 2017.
The pair’s son, Hayes, arrived in January 2018.
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Katie Stevens
The Bold Type alum and husband Paul DiGiovanni tied the knot in October 2019 and received exciting news on Father's Day in 2022 – they were expecting their first child together! However, the couple chose to keep the news under wraps until November when they attended the CMAs, where they finally revealed their joyous announcement. Fast forward to March 2023, and their beautiful daughter, Rome, made her grand entrance into the world.
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Claire Holt
Holt took to Instagram in May 2023 to share the exciting news about her pregnancy, captioning a photo of herself and her growing baby bump at the Cannes Film Festival premiere of Killers of the Flower Moon with the words, "Me & no 3." The actress, known for her role in The Originals, is already a proud mother to son James and daughter Elle, whom she shares with her husband, Andrew Joblon.