Gina Rodriguez, known for her role in the new Netflix movie Players, recently shared a heartfelt moment about her son Charlie's first birthday. During an interview, the 39-year-old actress opened up about the challenges they faced in the past year, reminiscing about the time they spent in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) after Charlie's birth.
Reflecting on the journey, Rodriguez expressed immense gratitude for her now healthy and loving little boy. She described the experience as a mix of laughter and tears, highlighting the joy of seeing Charlie grow into a vivacious child.
Married to Joe LoCicero, Rodriguez shared details about the extravagant first birthday celebration they threw for Charlie. Describing it as a 'rager' akin to a wedding, she humorously mentioned the last-minute decision to set up tents due to unfavorable weather conditions.
Adding a personal touch to the celebration, Rodriguez had custom-made pins featuring her favorite photos of Charlie, which she jokingly referred to as 'Charlie merch.' She even gifted some of these pins to talk show host Jimmy Kimmel during a recent appearance on his show.
Discussing the potential for fighting in Charlie's future, given her husband's background in Muay Thai and her father being a boxing referee, Rodriguez shared insights into their family's approach to self-defense. She emphasized the importance of using martial arts for protection rather than aggression, highlighting her husband's gentle nature, especially with their son.
Looking ahead, Rodriguez humorously predicted herself as the mom who might inquire about the details of any scuffles Charlie gets into, while her husband would likely play the role of the calming influence.
