Avril Lavigne, 42, becomes first-time mother to a daughter

Canadian pop-punk singer Avril Lavigne, 42, has announced the birth of her first child, a daughter, sharing photos on Instagram while keeping the father's identity private. Lavigne posted black-and-white images captioned with "Our little F...ing princess is here," showing the baby's hand held by the singer and a partner, plus a photo of three pairs of checkered Vans shoes on a skateboard. She has not publicly confirmed a relationship or revealed the father's name. The singer has previously spoken about her preference for serious relationships and the importance of trust, and has shown close ties to her own family, having brought her mother on stage at Madison Square Garden last year.