Riley Keough and Ben Smith-Petersen Welcome Second Child: Family Milestone in the Spotlight
Riley Keough and Husband Ben Smith-Petersen's Family is Growing Again!
Get ready for some serious celebrity baby fever, folks! We've got the scoop on Riley Keough and her husband Ben Smith-Petersen's latest addition - a brand new bundle of joy that's already stolen hearts!
The 36-year-old actress and her stuntman beau have been keeping their family life under wraps, but we've managed to dig up some intel. It seems that the couple has welcomed a second child, and we couldn't be more excited for them! Our sources close to the family confirm that Riley and Ben are over the moon about their new addition.
But here's the thing - this isn't exactly a surprise to those who've been following Riley's life closely. In late August, The Scholarly Note spotted the actress cuddling up with her new baby in some adorable snaps. At first glance, it seemed like just another day out for Riley and her little ones. However, insiders now confirm that the baby is indeed their second child.
For those who might be wondering how this came to pass, we've got a brief history lesson for you. Riley and Ben met on the set of Mad Max: Fury Road back in 2012, where Riley played the role of Capable - one of Immortan Joe's five slave wives. The couple tied the knot in 2015 after a whirlwind romance that saw them become inseparable.
Fast forward to 2022, when Riley gave birth to their first child, Tupelo, via surrogate. Yes, you read that right - surrogate! As fans know, Riley had been diagnosed with Lyme disease around this time and decided to take the unconventional route to avoid any potential complications during pregnancy.
But here's where things get juicy: Riley has been vocal about her decision to use a surrogate, crediting these selfless women for helping other families grow. "It's a very cool, selfless, and incredible act that these women do to help other people," she gushed in a Vanity Fair profile. "I can carry children, but it felt like the best choice for what I had going on physically with the autoimmune stuff."
Now, we know what you're thinking - how did Riley cope with being pregnant without the traditional baby bump? Well, let's just say our girl was more concerned about her health than showing off a rounded figure. In an interview, she revealed that using a surrogate allowed her to "just focus on getting better" and managing her autoimmune issues.
As we wait for more details about Riley and Ben's new addition, we can't help but speculate - will they be sharing more photos of their adorable family? Will this little one join their big sister in breaking the internet with cuteness?
One thing is for sure: Riley Keough and Ben Smith-Petersen are one lucky couple to have each other (and now two precious babies!) by their side. We can't wait to see what's next for this talented pair - both on and off screen!
In other news, Riley has been keeping busy with her latest film project, Jay Kelly, which premiered at the Venice Film Festival in August. This drama, directed by Noah Baumbach and written by him alongside Emily Mortimer, boasts an all-star cast including George Clooney, Laura Dern, Billy Crudup, Jim Broadbent, Patrick Wilson, Greta Gerwig, Isla Fisher, and Stacy Keach.
Sounds like a wild ride to us! With Riley's baby news dominating the headlines, we're eager to see how this talented actress balances her high-profile career with motherhood - all while keeping those A-list friends close. Stay tuned for more updates on this captivating celebrity couple!