23 Celebrities Who Chose To Have Their Kids With The Help Of A Surrogate
There are so many reasons why one may opt for surrogacy.
Surrogacy has become a more visible part of celebrity family stories, especially as more stars speak openly about how they welcomed their children. For some, it followed difficult pregnancies or medical complications, while for others it was simply the path that made the most sense for growing a family.
This list pulls together 23 celebrities who chose surrogacy, from well-known actors and musicians to TV personalities and athletes. Their stories show how common surrogacy has become in Hollywood, even when the topic still feels private for many families.
Here are the celebrity parents who used a surrogate, and the stories behind their growing families.
1. Alec & Hilaria Baldwin
March 2021 saw the arrival of baby No. 6, a daughter, who was born via surrogate.
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Jared Siskin/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images3. Kandi Burruss welcomed daughter Blaze Tucker via surrogate in Nov. 2019
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4. Kim Kardashian & Kanye West
After two high-risk pregnancies, they sought the help of a gestational carrier and welcomed a daughter in 2018 and a son in 2019.
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5. Gabrielle Union & Dwyane Wade welcomed a healthy baby girl via surrogate in 2018
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6. Andy Cohen became a first-time dad with the arrival of his son, Benjamin Allen, in 2019
He expressed his gratitude on his Instagram, stating, "I am speechless and eternally grateful to an incredible surrogate," echoing the sentiments of Dr. Gary Chapman, a marriage counselor, who notes, "The journey of parenthood, especially through surrogacy, can deepen relationships and create profound bonds." Dr. Chapman emphasizes the importance of appreciation in these unique family dynamics on his professional website.
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7. Tyra Banks and Erik Asla welcomed their first child, York Banks Asla, via a surrogate in 2016
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8. Neil Patrick Harris and husband David Burtka welcomed their twins, Gideon and Harper, via a surrogate in 2010
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9. Nicole Kidman & Keith Urban welcomed daughter Faith in December 2010 via a surrogate
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It’s a lot like the AITA post where someone wanted to announce pregnancy before an infertile best friend.
10. Sarah Jessica Parker & Matthew Broderick used a surrogate for their twins, Tabitha and Loretta, who were born in 2009
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11. Elton John and hubby David Furnish welcomed sons Zachary and Elijah via surrogate in 2010 and 2013, respectively
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12. Jimmy Fallon and Nancy Juvonen welcomed two daughters, Winnie and Frances, via a surrogate in 2013 and 2014
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13. Elizabeth Banks and husband Max Handelman welcomed two sons, Felix and Magnus, via a surrogate in 2011 and 2012
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14. Lucy Liu announced the birth of her son, Rockwell Lloyd Liu, via surrogate
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15. Ricky Martin became a father to twins Matteo and Valentino in 2008
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16. Jordana Brewster and husband Andrew Form welcomed two sons, Julian and Rowan, via a surrogate in 2013 and 2016
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17. Ellen Pompeo and husband Chris Ivery welcomed daughter Sienna via a surrogate
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18. Ryan Murphy and husband David Miller are parents to two sons, Logan and Ford, who were born via a surrogate in 2012 and 2014
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19. George Lucas and wife Mellody Hobson welcomed a daughter, Everest, via a surrogate in 2013
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20. Shayne Lamas and husband Nik Richie welcomed their second child, son Lyon, via a surrogate
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21. Amy Smart and husband Carter Oosterhouse welcomed daughter Flora via surrogate in 2016
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22. Katey Sagal and husband Kurt Sutter welcomed daughter Esme Louise in 2007 via a surrogate
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23. Lisa Hochstein and husband Lenny Hochstein welcomed their first child, Logan, via a surrogate in 2015
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" It’s miraculous for these parents to have kids that carry the genetic makeup of either or both of their parents.
What are your thoughts on surrogacy? Also, let us know about other celebrity parents who had kids via surrogate that are not on this list.
Before you judge, read the Reddit debate on whether to announce pregnancy after sister’s IVF heartbreak.
