Back in 2018, she got engaged to NFL cornerback Kelvin Hayden, but in a surprising twist, Taraji has now revealed that she’s secretly married and expecting a baby!
Although there was never any public discussion about their wedding plans, Taraji took to social media to share the exciting news. She posted a selfie with her “HubbyBear,” showing off her baby bump for the world to see. While no official statements have confirmed their marriage, fans are absolutely overjoyed for the couple!
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Born on September 11, 1970, Taraji P. Henson rose to stardom after her breakthrough role in Baby Boy in 2001. Since then, she’s been part of blockbuster movies like Hustle & Flow, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Date Night, The Karate Kid, and Hidden Figures. In addition to acting, she penned her autobiography, Around the Way Girl. Today, she’s widely recognized for her role as Cookie Lyon in the popular TV show Empire.
Kelvin Hayden, born on July 28, 1983, was a standout NFL cornerback, spending the majority of his career with the Indianapolis Colts from 2005 to 2014. While his current net worth is unclear, he was once listed among the wealthiest NFL players by Business Pundit in 2005. He has two children, a son named after him and a daughter named Kyra.
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Taraji and Kelvin began dating in 2015, and their engagement became official in May 2018. Kelvin popped the question with a stunning Cartier bracelet before dropping to one knee, leaving Taraji completely overwhelmed with joy. Though they kept their engagement under wraps for a while, Taraji eventually shared the news on Instagram, posting a sweet photo of them holding hands beside a dessert plate.