Katie Couric Is a Grandma as Daughter Ellie Welcomes First Baby
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Katie Couric is adding another role to her resumé: grandma.
After all, her eldest daughter, Ellie Monahan, welcomed her first baby with husband Mark Dobrosky, a son named John Albert, the legendary journalist shared on Instagram on March 24.
"John Albert Dobrosky was born on his due date, Saturday, March 23rd at 8:23 am, just shy of seven pounds," Katie wrote. "He will be called Jay in honor of his maternal grandfather. Albert is after Mark's paternal grandfather."
"Mom and Dad (Ellie and Mark) are over the moon (it was a full moon)," she continued. "I am thrilled to have my first grandchild, Carrie can't wait to be a cool Aunt and Molner is enjoying handing out cigars. We feel so blessed."
The 67-year-old included pics of the family holding the little one, including new parents Ellie and Mark, as well as a photo of herself and younger daughter Caroline Monahan.
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Ellie first shared the news with her family ahead of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour performance at SoFi Stadium in August. In true Swiftie fashion, the 32-year-old gave her mom a beaded friendship bracelet—which has become a tradition for the pop star's fans—with the announcement.
"Brandy, Brandy, B, granny," the 66-year-old attempted to read aloud in the December Instagram video before reading "Granny to be.
Ellie then announced the news, saying, "I'm pregnant!"
"Been dying to tell you," Katie wrote alongside the sweet announcement. "This is what happens when you go to a @taylorswift concert last summer and forget your friendship bracelet and your daughters say, 'Don't worry, we made one for you!'"
But Ellie and Mark aren't the only new parents in 2024. Keep reading to see who else shared enchanting news about their growing family.
Ellie Monahan and Mark Dobrosky
Katie Couric became a grandmother after her eldest daughter, Ellie Monahan, welcomed her first baby with her husband, a son named John Albert.
"Mom and Dad (Ellie and Mark) are over the moon (it was a full moon)," she wrote on Instagram March 24. "I am thrilled to have my first grandchild, Carrie can't wait to be a cool Aunt and Molner is enjoying handing out cigars. We feel so blessed."
Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden
There's something about this family, as the Good Charlotte rocker and the Charlie's Angels alum welcomed their second child—a baby boy named Cardinal Madden.
"He is awesome," they share in a joint Instagram post on March 22, "and We are all so happy he is here!"
David Guetta and Jessica Ledon
The “Titanium” artist and Adonai actress shared that they welcomed their first baby together, Cyan.
“Love is in the air,” David and Jessica wrote in a joint Instagram post March 17. “Welcome Cyan.”
Bhad Bhabie and Le Vaughn
The rapper announced the arrival of her daughter Kali Love on March 15.
Sydney Hightower and Fred Warner
The former Bachelor contestant and San Francisco 49ers linebacker welcomed their first baby, a son named Beau Anthony, on March 7.
The couple announced the news on Instagram March 11, and noted in the caption that it was the “best day of our lives.”
Lady Kitty Spencer and Michael Lewis
Princess Diana's niece celebrated Mother's Day in the U.K. by sharing she and her husband privately welcomed their first baby.
“It’s the joy of my life to be your mummy, little one. I love you unconditionally," she captioned her March 10 Instagram post. "Happy Mother’s Day to those who celebrate today."
Adam Devine and Chloe Bridges
Pitch Perfect star Adam Devine and wife Chloe Bridges shared that they welcomed their first baby, son Beau Devine, on Feb. 16.
Gal Gadot and Jaron Varsano
The Wonder Woman star announced on March 6 that she and her husband had welcomed their fourth baby, a daughter named Ori. According to the actress, the name means "my light" in Hebrew.
Tron Austin and Jeong Ah Wang
TLC singer Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas is officially a grandmother after her son and wife welcomed their baby girl on March 2.
Brendan Hunt and Shannon Nelson
Ted Lasso's Brendan Hunt welcomed his second son with fianceé Shannon Nelson on March 1. The 51-year-old announced on Instagram, “Say hello to Archibald Felix Nelson Hunt (Archie will do), born Friday March 1st, coming in at 9+lbs. He’s in perfect health, and his weary hero of a mother is recovering peacefully."
Dak Prescott and Sarah Jane Ramos
On Feb. 29, the Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott welcomed his first child, daughter MJ, with girlfriend Sarah Jane Ramos.
Miranda Kerr and Evan Spiegel
On Feb. 27, the former Victoria's Secret Angel and Snap Inc. CEO announced the couple welcomed their third baby, a son named Pierre Kerr Spiegel.
Gemma Styles and Michal Mylnowski
On Feb. 23, Harry Styles' older sister announced she and her partner of nine years, Michal Mylnowski, had welcomed a baby girl. The 33-year-old wrote on Instagram, "Took some time off to ensure the safe arrival of our baby girl, who is adored by her whole family."
Madisson Hausburg and Ish Soto
Two years after the death of their son Elliot, the Siesta Key star and husband Ismael "Ish" Soto welcomed baby girl Sunday Christina Soto.
Wyatt Russell and Meredith Hagner
Their second son, Boone Joseph Russell, arrived on Feb. 13, with mom noting he came "a week before his due date. 8 pounds 3 oz of heaven. Hearts overflowing."
Jessie James Decker and Eric Decker
On Feb. 9, the retired NFL star and country singer welcomed their fourth baby together, a son named Denver Calloway Decker. As she shared on Instagram a week later, "Our beautiful boy is here."
Johnny Galecki and Morgan Galecki
In his first interview in years, The Big Bang Theory actor revealed to Architectural Digest he’s now married and that he and his wife welcomed baby girl Oona Evelena.
Nick Viall and Natalie Joy
The Bachelor Nation alum and his fiancée welcomed baby girl River Rose Viall Feb. 2: "Named after Natalie's great grandmother and niece…the best part of life starts now."
Christie Murphy and Jamie Martin
The Big Brother alum gave birth to twin girls Sage Martin Murphy and Sela James Murphy in January, she exclusively told E! News.
"Since my wife, Jamie and the girls took my last name, we wanted to honor Jamie's full birth name in both of their names," Christie explained. "'James' after Jamie and 'Martin' after her maiden name. It feels special and right!"
Ashley Cain
Two years after the death of his baby girl, The Challenge alum welcomed a son with a friend he had been romantically involved with.
"Aliyas Diamond Cain - 16.01.24, 4:32am, 9lbs 3oz," he wrote. "I will love you, appreciate you, guide you and protect you with all of my heart, for the rest of my life. & you will have the most beautiful guardian angel heaven holds watching over you and protecting you too."
Amanda Stanton and Michael Fogel
The Bachelor alum welcomed her third baby, her first with her husband, in late January.
"She's finally here," she wrote on Instagram at the time, noting they named the little one Rosie. "1.24.24 at 1:40pm in room 42."
Their baby girl joins big sisters Kinsley, 11, and Charlie, 10, who Amanda shares with ex-husband Nick Buonfiglio.
Michael Phelps and Nicole Phelps
Nico Michael Phelps entered the world on Jan. 16, joining his three older brothers Boomer, 7, Beckett, 5, and Maverick, 4.
Kailyn Lowry and Elijah Scott
The Teen Mom 2 star officially became a mom of seven after she welcomed a baby boy and a baby girl with boyfriend Elijah Scott in January.
Kelsey Kreppel and Cody Ko
The YouTube couple welcomed a baby boy in January.
"our little guy arrived last week and everyone is happy and healthy," they wrote on Instagram Jan. 21. "we feel like the luckiest people in the world. we love you, Otis."
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