Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton have welcomed their second child, marking another significant chapter in their lives. The couple, who met while co-starring in the 2019 play "Betrayal," are already parents to a child born in October 2022.
Hiddleston, 44, confirmed the news in a recent interview with GQ, expressing the profound impact of the experience. He described the birth as "the most beautiful, profound, earth-shattering, life-altering" event. While the exact birth date remains private, the announcement has been met with widespread joy from fans and media outlets alike.
Ashton, 41, had hinted at the pregnancy in November through an Instagram post. She reflected on her "postpartum recovery" and a visit to a Little Village baby bank, an organization dedicated to supporting families. Ashton wrote, "Today, I chose to mark a milestone in postpartum recovery with a trip to one of the @littlevillagehq baby banks, dedicated to supporting families all year round". She further added, "Throughout my recovery, I have thought deeply about the children in our world facing the most devastating living conditions and those tirelessly working to protect them". "I've reflected deeply on the ongoing war against children, a fight I am fiercely committed to".
Hiddleston, known for his role as Loki in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and Ashton, who appeared in "The Marvels," have largely kept their relationship and family life private. The couple's first public appearance together was at the 2021 Tony Awards. In June 2022, Ashton revealed her pregnancy with a Vogue announcement, showcasing her baby bump at a special screening of "Mr. Malcolm's List". She wore a bead-embellished tulle gown by Sabina Bilenko Couture.
In the GQ interview, Hiddleston shared a glimpse into his personal life, recalling a moment of contentment after a film shoot in Nepal for the upcoming film "Tenzing". He recounted returning home to London, watching the US Open with Ashton, and feeling grateful for their life together. "I was reading the FT, and I was like, 'this is great. A perfect night. Dog on my lap. Everyone's here!'". "I was feeling so happy to be together, to be the pack. I love my ordinary life and I like the part of myself that's really ordinary".
Hiddleston will be seen in the second series of the BBC spy drama "The Night Manager". Ashton is known for her role as Violet 'Vod' Nordstrom in "Fresh Meat". The couple's careers continue to thrive as they navigate the joys and challenges of parenthood.
