Avril Lavigne announces birth of first child, a baby girl

Singer Avril Lavigne announced the birth of her first child, a baby girl, on Instagram on Friday, November 13, surprising fans who were unaware of her pregnancy or partner's identity. The 42-year-old shared photos of the newborn, calling her "our little princess." Lavigne had kept her pregnancy private, with her last public sighting reported in April. The father's identity remains unknown, as she has not publicly confirmed a new relationship. Her most recent known relationship was with rapper Tyga, which ended in October 2023. Lavigne has previously expressed a desire for children, mentioning it in 2013. She was married to Derrick Whibley from 2006 to 2010 and Chad Kroeger from 2013 to 2015. She was also engaged to musician Mod Sun before their split in February 2023.