Ella Mai and NBA Star Jayson Tatum Welcome First Child After Secret Pregnancy

Ella Mai and NBA power forward Jayson Tatum have reportedly welcomed their first child together. The 29-year-old Boo’d Up hitmaker, who sparked pregnancy rumors in June, was seen holding a newborn in her arms alongside the Boston Celtics star and family members in a video that surfaced on X, formerly known as Twitter.

In the video, Ella is seen wearing an oversized Team USA bomber jacket while carrying the baby on her chest to show support for Tatum, 26, who played on the American Olympic basketball team. Details such as the baby’s gender, name, and exact date of birth have yet to be revealed.

Speculation about Ella’s pregnancy began when she appeared to conceal a baby bump during celebrations of the Celtics’ NBA Finals win just weeks ago. However, she chose not to address these rumors publicly.

To maintain her privacy, Ella Mai remained off social media for over six months. The British singer and the NBA gold medalist have kept their relationship discreet for years, and now they can celebrate the birth of their child privately.

Fans quickly took to the comments section of Ella’s most recent Instagram post to share their thoughts about her secret pregnancy and delivery. One follower expressed disappointment that Ella didn’t get the chance to announce her pregnancy herself, saying, “Social media ruins everything; it would have been so cute.” Another congratulated the couple and requested a formal announcement of their relationship, referring to them as a “beautiful couple.”

Despite never publicly confirming their relationship, the pair have been linked since 2019 when Ella was spotted courtside at Madison Square Garden during a game between Tatum’s team and the New York Knicks. Ella and Jayson were first seen together publicly in 2022 while attending Michael Rubin’s annual Fourth of July White Party in the Hamptons. That same year, Ella dodged questions about her relationship with the NBA star during an interview on The Breakfast Club. When co-host DJ Envy asked if she was a Boston Celtics fan and possibly dating a Boston Celtic, she responded vaguely, stating, “I’m a basketball fan definitely, but you know I’m not one to talk about my dating life.”

Ella has no other children, but Tatum is a father to a six-year-old son, Jayson ‘Deuce’ Tatum Jr., whom he welcomed with his ex-girlfriend, Toriah Lachell, in 2017. The basketballer shared a sweet moment with his son while celebrating the Celtics’ historic 18th NBA title recently. “Daddy,” Deuce said affectionately, wrapping his arms around the newly crowned NBA champ. Tatum then lifted his son above his head as green confetti rained down on them.

The couple’s private nature has not deterred fans from speculating and showing their support. Their ability to keep personal matters discreet has often been a subject of admiration, indicating a strong bond despite the public eye.

Source: DailyMail