10 Black Women Who Gave Birth After 40, Proving It’s Never Too Late - Page 6
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Marsha Badger
5. Ashanti gave birth to her first child at 43
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Ashanti and Nelly picked up where they left off after rekindling their relationship, which ended in 2013. Ten years later, the couple reunited, secretly married, and later welcomed a baby boy, Kareem Kenkaide Haynes, in July 2024.
In an exclusive with Essence, the singer shared that becoming a mother has always been her goal. “This new year of my life is such a blessing full of love, hope, and anticipation,” she tells the publication. “Motherhood is something that I have looked forward to, and sharing this with my family, fiancé, and loyal fans, who have been so supportive of my career, is an amazing experience.”
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