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Former Miss Universe welcomes first child with her NFL star husband: ‘Scary and rewarding’

Jul 13, 2025

Former Miss Universe Olivia Culpo is a mum!

The American model, 33, has announced the birth of her first child with her NFL star husband, Christian McCaffrey, 29.

Sharing a series of images of their newborn and from the birth, Culpo, informed her millions of followers the pair had welcomed a daughter and revealed her sweet name. 

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Olivia Culpo and husband Christian McCaffrey

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“Colette Annalise McCaffrey 🤍,” the post was captioned.

Actress Olivia Munn commented underneath: “Welcome earthside little Colette! <3 <3”

Aussie model Shanina Shaik added: “Congratulations my love <3.”

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It’s believed the model had a C-section, as from the pictures taken by a professional photographer, a medical sheet was put up during the birth. 

In an Instagram story, Culpo spoke about the birthing experience and said: “The scariest and most rewarding of all experiences.”

Speaking about her husband, she wrote: “As soon as he came into the room I felt most at peace. Look at the grip.”

Just before the birth, she shared a picture of her bare baby bump and wrote: “The greatest privilege of my life has been watching this body become a home <3.”

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Olivia Culpo with partner Christian McCaffrey

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Just four months ago, on March 11, Culpo announced her pregnancy. 

“Next chapter, motherhood 🤍,” she captioned her post showing off her baby bump.

The proud new parents got married in June last year, in Rhode Island, where Culpo hails from, in a stunning oceanside ceremony. 

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The pair got engaged in 2023 and have been dating since 2019.

Last month, Culpo shared a sweet tribute to her husband for his birthday.

“Every year with you somehow feels more meaningful than the last and I really can’t believe I get to share this life – and everything ahead – with you,” she wrote.

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