Our hearts were with them STARS' JOYS & SORROWS IN 2023
New Zealand Woman's Weekly|December 18, 2023
Whether it’s births, deaths or marriages, the world just keeps on turning! We review some of the most notable arrivals, departures and hitches of 2023
Our hearts were with them STARS' JOYS & SORROWS IN 2023

Lindsay Lohan & Bader Shammas: son Luai

Former wild child Lindsay Lohan, 37, announced she was “over the moon in love” when she and her financier husband Bader Shammas, 36, met their firstborn in July. Luai is an Arabic name meaning “shield” or “protector” and The Parent Trap star gave birth to her son in Dubai.

Serena Williams & Alexis Ohanian: daughter Adira 

Grand Slam queen Serena Williams, 42, and entrepreneur Alexis Ohanian, 40, jumped for joy at the arrival of their second child, Adira River, on August 22. Serena said last year her age meant she had to choose between her stellar tennis career and having more children – and family won out. Now her daughter Olympia, six, is a big sister. “Welcome, my beautiful angel,” Serena shared as she introduced Adira to the world.

Naomi Campbell: a son

Naomi Campbell, 53, broke the news in June that she was mum to a boy. The Vogue cover girl – who in 2021 welcomed her fi rst child, a girl, at 50 – hasn’t divulged her children’s father(s)’ names or if she used a surrogate, but said after her son’s birth, “My little darling, know that you are cherished beyond measure.”

Hilary Swank & Philip Schneider: twins

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