Ella Mai and her rumored partner, NBA power forward Jayson Tatum, have welcomed their first child together.
The 29-year-old singer, who first sparked pregnancy rumors in June, carried a newborn in her arms as she posed with the Boston Celtics star and family members in a video that appeared on unknownformerly Twitter.
In the clip, she sported an oversized Team USA bomber jacket, while her tiny baby rested on her chest, to support Tatum, 26, who played on the U.S. Olympic basketball team. The baby’s gender, name and birth date have not yet been shared.
Rumors that she was pregnant surfaced when the singer appeared to hide her baby bump while celebrating the Celtics’ victory in the NBA Finals just weeks ago, but she never responded to the claims.
To maintain her privacy, the Trip singer remained silent on social media for more than six months.
Ella Mai and her rumored partner, NBA power forward Jayson Tatum, welcomed their first child together
The 29-year-old singer, creator of the hit song Boo’d Up, carried a newborn in her arms as she posed with the Boston Celtics star and members of his family in a video that appeared on X, formerly Twitter.
The British singer and the gold medalist will be able to continue celebrating the birth of their little angel after keeping their relationship a secret for years.
Fans reacted to Ella’s most recent comments. Instagram Post to share her thoughts on her secret pregnancy and birth.
“I’m so sad she didn’t get a chance to announce her pregnancy. Social media ruins everything, it would have been so sweet,” one follower wrote.
Another chimed in: “I hope they announce their relationship soon. They are a beautiful couple. Congrats on the baby. I’m feeling jealous lol.”
One fan joked: “She could have at least posted the baby’s feet and Ella’s name.”
Though they’ve never publicly confirmed their relationship, the pair have been linked since 2019, when she was spotted sitting courtside at Madison Square Garden as Tatum’s team battled the New York Knicks.
She and Jayson were first spotted together in 2022 while attending Michael Rubin’s annual 4th of July White Party in the Hamptons.
That same year, the X-Factor alum dodged questions about the NBA star during an appearance on The Breakfast Club.
“There are rumors that you are a Boston Celtics fan,” co-host DJ Envy asked.
“Really?” she replied.
“There’s talk that you’re a Boston Celtics fan and that you’re possibly dating a member of the Boston Celtics. Is there any truth to that?” he asked her at the time, prompting her to respond, “I’m definitely a basketball fan, but you know I’m not one to talk about my love life.”
Rumors that she was pregnant surfaced when the singer appeared to be hiding a baby bump while celebrating the Celtics’ NBA Finals victory just weeks ago, but she never responded to the claims; seen in 2024
The British singer and the gold medalist will be able to continue celebrating the birth of their little angel after keeping their relationship a secret for years; Jayson seen in 2024
She and Jayson were first spotted together in 2022 while attending Michael Rubin’s annual White 4th of July Party in the Hamptons; seen in 2024
Although they have never publicly confirmed their relationship, the couple has been linked since 2019; seen in 2022
The basketball player welcomed his six-year-old son, Jayson ‘Deuce’ Tatum Jr., with his ex-girlfriend, Toriah Lachell, in 2017; Jayson and Deuce seen in 2024
Mai does not have any children, however the basketball player welcomed his six-year-old son, Jayson ‘Deuce’ Tatum Jr., with his ex-girlfriend, Toriah Lachell, in 2017.
Tatum, who was instrumental in securing the Celtics’ historic 18th NBA title on Monday night, shared a sweet moment with his mini-me after the team’s resounding victory.
“Dad,” Deuce said sweetly, as he wrapped his arms around the newly crowned NBA champion.
The 26-year-old then lifted the child over his head as green confetti rained down on the couple.