Los Angeles | January 1, 2026
Hollywood actor Tom Hiddleston, best known worldwide for his iconic role as Loki in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has welcomed his second child with partner and actress Zawe Ashton, making the start of the new year especially meaningful for the couple.
The joyful news was confirmed by Hiddleston himself during a recent interview, where he described becoming a parent again as “one of life’s most beautiful and transformative experiences.” The actor shared that fatherhood has reshaped his perspective, adding emotional depth and balance to his personal life.
While expressing gratitude and happiness, the couple has chosen to keep details about the newborn private. The baby’s name and gender have not been disclosed, staying in line with their long-standing decision to protect their family life from public attention.
Zawe Ashton had publicly confirmed her pregnancy earlier last year. In June, she made headlines after appearing with a baby bump at a London film premiere, drawing widespread praise for her confident and graceful red-carpet appearance. At the time, Ashton spoke about receiving strong emotional support from her partner and close circle.
Speculation about the baby’s arrival intensified recently after Ashton referenced postpartum recovery in a social media post, highlighting the importance of community support during motherhood. Fans quickly connected the dots, and the confirmation soon followed.
Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton first met in 2019 while working together on a theater production. Their friendship gradually turned into a romantic relationship, admired within the industry for its low-key and grounded nature. The couple welcomed their first child in 2022 and have consistently maintained privacy around their family.
With the arrival of their second child, Hiddleston and Ashton begin a new chapter filled with joy, balance, and quiet celebration, earning admiration from fans for prioritizing family amid global fame.
