Emily In Paris Star Lily Collins Welcomes Baby Girl Via Surrogacy; Shares First Glimpse Of Newborn

Lily Collins, the 35-year-old star of "Emily in Paris," and her husband Charlie McDowell have welcomed their first child, a daughter named Tove Jane McDowell, born via surrogate. Collins took to Instagram on January 31 to share the joyful news, posting an adorable snapshot of their baby girl peacefully resting in a bassinet. The heartfelt caption expressed the couple's profound gratitude to their surrogate and everyone involved in their journey to becoming parents, stating, "Words will never express our endless gratitude for our incredible surrogate and everyone who helped us along the way. We love you to the moon and back again…"

Collins has previously been open about her personal battles, including her fight against an eating disorder. Her aspirations to start a family played a pivotal role in overcoming her past struggles. In a revealing 2017 conversation with Us Weekly, she disclosed that the desire to have children motivated her to address her eating disorder, not wanting it to impact her future family. She stated, "My reason to finally start talking about [my eating disorder] was the moment I realised I wanted a family. I wanted kids. I didn't want this to be something I bring into that." This candid admission highlighted the transformative power of her journey towards motherhood.

The love story between Collins and McDowell began on the set of McDowell's film "Gilded Rage" in 2019, where they quickly connected. They made their romance public in August of the same year, showcasing their budding relationship on Instagram. By September 2020, the couple announced their engagement, capturing hearts with Collins' touching post: "I've been waiting my lifetime for you and I can't wait to spend our lifetime together." This declaration was accompanied by a romantic photo of the couple kissing.

Collins' certainty about McDowell being her life partner was evident from their first encounter. In an interview with "Live with Kelly and Ryan," she recounted the moment she knew McDowell was "The One," expressing her immediate knowledge that she wanted to be his wife someday. Their relationship rapidly progressed to marriage, as they exchanged vows in a private ceremony in September 2021, solidifying their commitment nearly a year after getting engaged.

The arrival of Tove Jane McDowell marks a new chapter for Collins and McDowell, both personally and professionally. As they navigate the joys and challenges of parenthood, their love story continues to inspire. Their journey from a meeting on a film set to becoming a family highlights the transformative effect of love, the importance of overcoming personal obstacles, and the joy of bringing new life into the world.