Father’s Day 2025 is set for Sunday, June 15th, marking a truly special milestone for many. While dads everywhere will be celebrated, a notable group of public figures will experience the holiday in an entirely new way: as first-time fathers.
From Grammy-winning musicians and Hollywood actors to sports stars and social media personalities, these celebrity dads welcomed their first children over the past year and are now stepping into the rewarding (and sometimes chaotic!) world of parenthood. Embracing sleepless nights, tiny hands, and overwhelming love, these stars share glimpses of their journeys as they navigate this significant life change.
Ahead, discover which famous faces are celebrating their first Father’s Day this year, along with heartwarming details about their new arrivals and what fatherhood means to them.
Honoring Their First Father’s Day as Dads
Here are the celebrity fathers marking June 15, 2025, with an extra special celebration:
Justin Bieber
Pop superstar Justin Bieber became a dad in August 2024 when his wife, Hailey Bieber, gave birth to their first child, Jack Blues Bieber. Announcing the news via Instagram, Justin welcomed his son home with joy. A source close to the couple shared with PEOPLE that both Justin and Hailey were “overjoyed” by the arrival of their “miracle” baby. Hailey has described childbirth as the “hardest thing I’ve ever done,” alongside feeling physically stronger. Looking ahead, Justin has already expressed hopes for Jack to follow in his footsteps… on the ice rink, stating he plans to get his son on skates “as soon as possible.”
Milo Ventimiglia
Actor Milo Ventimiglia and his wife, Jarah Mariano, welcomed their daughter, Ke’ala Coral Ventimiglia, on January 23, 2025. This joyous occasion came just two weeks after the couple tragically lost their home, including their baby’s nursery, in the devastating Los Angeles fires. Despite the immense loss, Ventimiglia maintained perspective, emphasizing the importance of having his “Wife and baby and dog.” As he noted, “We’ve got good friends and we got good people we’re working with and we’ll make do.”
Shohei Ohtani
Los Angeles Dodgers sensation Shohei Ohtani celebrated a monumental year, becoming a World Series champion and a first-time father. He and his wife, Mamiko Tanaka, welcomed a “healthy beautiful daughter,” Ohtani revealed in an April 19, 2025, Instagram post. The arrival of his daughter led to Ohtani being placed on paternity leave, prioritizing this precious family moment. In a heartfelt message, he wrote to his newborn, “thank you for making us very nervous yet super anxious parents.”
Henry Cavill
Actor Henry Cavill and his girlfriend, Natalie Viscuso, quietly welcomed their first baby together, a source confirmed in January 2025. The couple was later spotted pushing a stroller in Australia, where Cavill was filming, offering a public glimpse into their new life as parents.
Max Verstappen
Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen became a dad with the birth of his daughter, Lily, whom he shares with girlfriend and Brazilian model, Kelly Piquet. The couple shared their news in a joint Instagram post, with Verstappen writing a touching message: “Welcome to the world, sweet Lily 🌸 Our hearts are fuller than ever – you are our greatest gift. We love you so much 💗.”
Aaron Tveit
It’s a Broadway baby for actor Aaron Tveit and his fiancée, actress Ericka Yang. They welcomed a baby girl in November 2024. Tveit shared their happiness in a statement to PEOPLE, saying, “We couldn’t be happier she’s finally here, and we’re full of gratitude during this holiday season.”
Zachary Levi
Actor Zachary Levi celebrated the arrival of his first child, son Henson Ezra Levi Pugh, with girlfriend Maggie Keating on April 2, 2025. The couple announced the news shortly after, sharing a photo of Henson wearing an adorable onesie that declared him the “best thing to come out of 2025.” Levi has shared that becoming a father was a long-held dream, stating he has “wanted to be a dad since I was literally a kid.”
Aaron Judge
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge and his wife, Samantha Bracksieck, welcomed their daughter, Nora Rose Judge, on January 27, 2025. The baseball star shared his excitement for the future in his announcement: “What an incredible week it’s been, can’t wait for the memories the three of us make.”
Ryan Murphy
Olympic gold medallist swimmer Ryan Murphy and his wife, Bridget Konttinen Murphy, had their first child, daughter Eevi Lillian Murphy, on January 24, 2025. The couple shared photos of their newborn and explained the meaning behind her name – Eevi is “a name of Finnish origin meaning ‘life.’”
Justin Reid
Kansas City Chiefs safety Justin Reid and his girlfriend, Marissa Rand, welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Cielle, just weeks before the Super Bowl on January 20, 2025. For Reid, becoming a dad was a victory surpassing even his achievements on the field. He described it as his biggest win, stating, “I got to go to the birth center, I saw her being born and didn’t feel anything except love and so much happiness holding her.”
Colton Underwood
The Bachelor alum Colton Underwood and his husband, Jordon C. Brown, welcomed their son, Bishop Colton Brown-Underwood, home on September 26, 2024. Underwood shared his feelings on fatherhood with PEOPLE, saying, “Our world is a million times better with you in it.” He added, “I’ve always wanted to be a dad and to have little Bishop — our family is the best.”
Jett Puckett
TikTok famous couple Campbell “Pookie” and Jett Puckett became first-time parents to a daughter named Paloma in November 2024. Jett emotionally reflected on the birth, calling his wife and daughter his “two angels.” He described the “unforgettable” experience of witnessing Paloma’s arrival into the world, admitting he “had no idea it would be like that.”
Tyler Crispen
Big Brother alum Tyler Crispen shared two major life updates in January 2025: the arrival of his newborn daughter, Carter Rae, and his engagement to his fiancée (who he didn’t publicly name). He captioned a photo of Carter, “The most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen. Your mama and I love you more than anything in this world. I am the luckiest guy on the planet.”
Luke Grimes
Yellowstone actor Luke Grimes and his wife, Bianca Rodrigues Grimes, welcomed their baby boy in October 2024. Grimes has shared that becoming a parent has profoundly influenced his upcoming music, noting how his heart “expands a little bit every day.” He described the feeling as “incredible and it’s scary because you have so much more skin in the game,” reflecting on a new sense of love and responsibility. For Grimes, 2024 became the “greatest year” of his life because of this milestone.
Logan Paul
Social media personality and wrestler Logan Paul and his fiancée, model Nina Agdal, announced the birth of their daughter, Esmé Agdal Paul, in a joint Instagram post on September 29, 2024. The couple shared a playful caption: “Esmé Agdal Paul has entered the chat ✌🏼,” with Paul resharing and adding, “My Family.”
Ed Westwick
Gossip Girl star Ed Westwick and his wife, Amy Jackson, announced they welcomed their first child, son Oscar Alexander Westwick, in March 2025 with a stylish black-and-white photoshoot. Speaking about new fatherhood, Westwick described it as “incredibly surreal and just this wave of emotion.” He added at the amfAR Gala in Cannes that “They say you can’t describe it and that is accurate. It’s a beautiful thing,” highlighting the new motivation and sense of responsibility he feels.
Ben Higgins
The Bachelor alum Ben Higgins and his wife, Jessica Clarke, celebrated the birth of their daughter, Winona Elane Higgins, in February 2025. Higgins described his newborn as “real beautiful,” sharing his excitement about their growing family.
Matt Barnett
Love Is Blind star Matt Barnett and his wife, Amber Pike, welcomed a baby girl in April 2025. Amber shared their joy and disbelief at finally taking their daughter home, marking a significant new chapter for the reality TV couple.
As Father’s Day 2025 approaches, these stars join countless others around the world in celebrating the unique bond between a father and child, embracing the love and lessons that come with new parenthood.
