Ashanti and Nelly recently welcomed their first child together, a baby boy named Kareem Kenkaide Hayes, born on July 18, 2024. The couple expressed their joy and love for their new addition, affectionately calling him KK.
Nelly, the rapper, already has two children from a previous relationship and also adopted his late sister's children. The news of Ashanti's pregnancy was first reported in December 2023, and the couple confirmed their engagement and pregnancy a few months later. They had secretly tied the knot before the end of 2023.
The couple's relationship has had its ups and downs since they first met in 2003, with a decade-long break before rekindling their romance in 2023. Nelly spoke about their reconciliation, emphasizing that it was unexpected but welcomed. They are taking their time to nurture their relationship and enjoy each other's company.
Ashanti, in an Instagram video, humorously hinted at her pregnancy before officially confirming the news. She expressed her excitement about becoming a mother and the anticipation of motherhood. The couple made their relationship public on social media in October 2023, with Nelly celebrating Ashanti's birthday with a heartfelt message.
Ashanti and Nelly's journey to parenthood and their rekindled romance have been filled with love, surprises, and joy. Fans and well-wishers are thrilled for the couple as they embark on this new chapter in their lives.
