Chris Evans officially has something new to Marvel that “he’s a dad!” The Captain America actor and his wife, Portuguese actress Alba Baptista, have welcomed their first child together, marking an exciting new chapter for the famously private couple.
According to reports, Evans and Baptista’s baby was born on Friday in Massachusetts, where the couple resides. Although details about the newborn including the name and gender have not yet been shared publicly, sources close to the family say both mother and baby are doing well. Fans across the world have flooded social media with congratulatory messages, celebrating the arrival of the couple’s newest “little Avenger.”
Chris Evans, 44, and Alba Baptista, 27, tied the knot in September 2023 after quietly dating for over two years. Their wedding was a private affair held in Massachusetts and attended by close family members and a few of Evans’ Marvel co-stars, including Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, and Jeremy Renner. Known for keeping their relationship out of the public spotlight, the two have continued to value privacy even after marriage a rare quality in Hollywood that has only made fans love them more.
For Evans, fatherhood has been a long-awaited dream. The actor, best known for his role as Steve Rogers/Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has often expressed his love for family life. In previous interviews, he shared his hopes of settling down and starting a family someday, noting that he looked forward to the simple joys of domestic life away from Hollywood’s hustle and bustle. Now, that wish has come true.
Alba Baptista, who rose to international fame with her role in Netflix’s Warrior Nun, has also built a reputation for being grounded and graceful despite her growing fame. Her relationship with Evans began quietly, but over time, fans caught glimpses of their love story through subtle social media posts and rare public appearances.
The arrival of their baby is sure to bring even more joy to the couple, who are said to be “over the moon” about becoming parents. Friends close to them describe Chris as an incredibly caring partner and predict he’ll be a doting father something that doesn’t come as a surprise to his fans, given his warm and protective personality.
While the world eagerly awaits the reveal of the baby’s name and first photo, one thing is certain: this moment marks a major milestone in Evans’ life. From Marvel superhero to devoted husband and now proud dad, Chris Evans seems to be embracing this next phase with the same heart and dedication that made him one of Hollywood’s most beloved stars.
Congratulations to Chris Evans and Alba Baptista on their newest and most precious role yet parenthood