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Milo Ventimiglia is a father again.
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Milo Ventimiglia and his wife Jarah Mariano have welcomed their second child into the world. The couple announced the birth of their son, Rock-Anthony Makoa, through an emotional family photo on Instagram.
The Joyful Announcement
The 48-year-old actor Milo Ventimiglia and 42-year-old model Jarah Mariano have expressed their excitement over the arrival of their new family member. They announced the birth of their son, Rock-Anthony Makoa Ventimiglia, on social media. In two personal touches to the announcement, Mariano shared a touching black-and-white photo featuring the hands of the parents, their 18-month-old daughter Ke’ala Coral, and the newborn, all intertwined.
In a picturesque garden scene, another photo shows Mariano with her son cradled in her arms while Ventimiglia interacts with their daughter. Their family dog Duke also made an appearance, adding a layer of warmth to the moment.
Life as a Growing Family
“The past few weeks have been chaotic – but in the best way possible,” Mariano captioned the images. “Welcome back home, Rock-Anthony Makoa Ventimiglia. We can’t wait for all the adventures ahead for our family of five.”
Their first child, daughter Ke’ala Coral, was born just in January 2025, shortly after the couple had to evacuate their home due to devastating wildfires around Los Angeles.
Ventimiglia’s Humorous Take on Fatherhood
Before the birth of their second child, Ventimiglia expressed his excitement during an interview with “People.” The actor humorously remarked on the size of their family pet, saying, “That’s our 50-kilo firstborn,” referring to their dog Duke.
With a laugh, he mentioned, “I am definitely outnumbered now at the ratio of baby to wife to husband.” This lighthearted perspective shows the joyful anticipation he has for his expanding family.
Excitement for Sibling Bonding
Ventimiglia shared that he is most thrilled about his daughter having a sibling to grow up with. “I am most excited that my daughter will have someone to grow up with,” he stated. Growing up with two older sisters himself, he understands the value of sibling relationships, and it seems he is eager for his children to have that bond as well.
In closing, the couple’s growing family not only brings joy to their lives but also presents the opportunity for strong bonds among siblings. As their family dynamic shifts, fans eagerly await more joyful moments shared by Ventimiglia and Mariano, celebrating love, laughter, and the chaos of family life.
