Halle Bailey and Boyfriend DDG Welcome Baby Son

Congratulations are in order for Halle Bailey and her boyfriend, DDG, who have welcomed their first child together.

On Sunday (Jan. 6), the 23-year-old Little Mermaid star revealed on Instagram that she and the rapper, 26, are now proud parents to a baby boy named Halo.

“Even though we’re a few days into the new year, the greatest thing that 2023 could have done for me, was bring me my son.. welcome to the world my halo,” Bailey wrote alongside a photo of the newborn’s tiny hand wearing a gold bracelet inscribed with the name “Halo.” “The world is desperate to know you.”

DDG shared the same adorable snapshot on his Instagram page, writing, “My biggest blessing by far son son.. never been so in love baby halo.”

Bailey’s sweet post drew comments from numerous celebrities, including Nicki Minaj, Kylie Jenner, Kali Uchis, Rachel Zegler, and others.

“Welcome to earth, Halo. We’ve been expecting you. congrats, mama!” Minaj commented. “Congrats my love … I know you’ll be the best mommy,” Uchis wrote. “Welcome baby halo!!!!! and congratulations beautiful mama,” Zegler added.

Bailey and DDG have reportedly been dating for more than a year. The couple went Instagram official in March 2022 when DDG shared a post on The Color Purple actress’ birthday.

Bailey told People in May 2023 that the Zooted Music record label founder was her real Prince Charming.

“I think the best thing about young love is that you’re able to continue to find yourself through this journey of loving somebody else,” she said. “And you’re discovering new parts of yourself and maybe things that you didn’t notice before about your heart.”

See Bailey’s announcement about her son’s birth on Instagram below.