Josh Radnor and Jordana Jacobs Welcome First Child: 'A Total Delight'
Josh Radnor, the beloved star of the hit television series How I Met Your Mother, and his wife Jordana Jacobs have officially become parents. The couple welcomed their first baby together, a son, several months ago, as Radnor joyfully announced on Instagram this week.
A Heartfelt Announcement on Social Media
In a touching post shared on Wednesday, the 51-year-old actor revealed the exciting news to his fans and followers. "So my wife and I had a baby a few months ago (!!)," Radnor wrote, expressing his elation. He went on to describe their newborn son with affectionate details, noting that his smile lights up the room and he is super observant and thoughtful.
Radnor also shared that the baby gets hypnotized when he plays songs on the guitar and finds the word 'baba ghanoush' hysterical. "He's a total delight and Jordana and I are thrilled he's here," the actor added, encapsulating the couple's overwhelming happiness.
Adorable Photos Capture Precious Moments
Accompanying the announcement were several precious photographs that offered a glimpse into the family's new life:
- One image shows Radnor nuzzling the swaddled baby boy, whose name has not been publicly disclosed.
- Another snap features Radnor tuning a guitar while the infant rests peacefully on it, symbolizing sweet, sweet music in their household.
- A third picture captures Jacobs, a clinical psychologist, cuddling with the newborn in a hospital bed, radiating maternal joy.
Congratulations Pour In from Fans and Friends
The comments section of Radnor's post was flooded with warm wishes and congratulations from both fans and celebrity friends. Notable messages included:
- Rachel Zegler exclaiming, "CONGRATS FAMILY!!!"
- Monica Lewinsky offering a traditional "Mazel tov."
- Angela Kinsey from The Office sending a simple heart emoji.
Craig Thomas, co-creator of How I Met Your Mother and Radnor's podcast co-host, also chimed in with a heartfelt quote: "To quote a TV show we both like: 'Love is the best thing we do – congrats to you all and the pure love in these pics!" Fans joined in with playful references to the show, including memes of Neil Patrick Harris and Jason Segel's characters, as well as creative nicknames like "Legendaddy!" and "Josh Dadnor!"
A Love Story Blossoming into Parenthood
The birth of their son marks a beautiful milestone for Radnor and Jacobs, who tied the knot in January 2024 in what Radnor humorously described as a "light blizzard." The couple first met at a meditation retreat in February 2022, and their relationship has since blossomed into a deep partnership. On their one-year anniversary last year, Radnor shared more photos from their snowy wedding weekend, reminiscing that "it was surreal and unforgettable."
In his Instagram post, Radnor also extended love to fellow parents of newborns, acknowledging the wild, beautiful, exhausting, and heart-opening initiation into parenthood. "Sending love to all my fellow parents of newborns out there," he wrote. "What a wild, beautiful, exhausting, heart-opening initiation. So grateful." This sentiment resonates with many, highlighting the universal joys and challenges of welcoming a new life.
As Radnor and Jacobs embark on this new chapter, their story serves as a heartwarming reminder of the power of love and family. With a supportive community and a bundle of joy in their arms, the future looks bright for this growing family.
