Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence’s Kids Are Expecting Their First Baby Together

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Fans are thrilled to learn that Eddie Murphy’s son, Eric, and Martin Lawrence’s daughter, Jasmin, are expecting a baby! This means the two iconic comedians will soon become grandfathers, and people are loving the idea of their legacies continuing in such a sweet way.

On Monday, February 2, 2026, the couple excitedly announced they were expecting a baby on social media. They shared lovely photos of Jasmin showing off her baby bump and a picture of them together. In the post, they wrote, “Thank you Jesus for the greatest gift,” expressing their happiness about starting a family.

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People quickly responded with humorous comments about the child’s future, joking that having both Eddie and Martin as family members almost ensures a great sense of humor. One fan said the baby would be incredibly talented and funny, while another described it as a dream situation for any child.

As a movie critic, I’m always watching stories unfold, and this couple’s has been a whirlwind! It feels like just yesterday they were starting to date back in 2021, and then, boom, an engagement in late 2024. Everyone was anticipating a huge, over-the-top wedding, but they surprised us all by choosing a much smaller, more personal celebration instead. It’s a sweet and unexpected turn in their story, and honestly, a refreshing one.

Eddie Murphy revealed last year on TV that he and his partner had secretly gotten married. He said they’d had a small ceremony about two weeks prior, choosing to exchange vows in a church with only a preacher present. They wanted a private and intimate moment instead of a big, public event.

Eddie Murphy playfully joked about his future brother-in-law, Martin Lawrence, saying, “Now that we’re family, he doesn’t have to pay for a huge wedding!” He also shared that he didn’t attend the intimate wedding ceremony, explaining it was a private event just for the couple.

Even before getting married, Eddie shared his excitement about having children with his future wife. He jokingly told Gayle King that their child was sure to be funny, thanks to the comedic talent on both sides of the family. He predicted their ‘gene pool’ would result in a naturally funny baby.

Both future grandfathers are keeping busy with their careers while awaiting the arrival of their grandchild. Eddie Murphy will be honored with the AFI Life Achievement Award on April 18th at the Dolby Theatre, and he’s also currently working on projects like the next Shrek movie.

Martin Lawrence is currently on a huge comedy tour called Y’all Still Know What It Is! that’s scheduled to travel across the US through the summer of 2026. He’s enjoying a lot of success, and with a new baby on the way, it’s a happy time for both his family and Eddie Murphy’s.

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2026-02-03 14:45