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Mar. 16, 2025

'American Idol' Alum Josh Gracin and Wife Katie Expecting Baby No. 2

Photo:joshgracin/Instagram joshgracin/Instagram Josh Gracinis going to be a dad again! Gracin posted the news on hisInstagrampage with the help of his3-year-old son, Luka. In the photo, Luka is seen holding a sonogram photo with the words, “Coming January 2024.” “I think the new big bro is a little excited!!!” Gracin captioned the announcement post. Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.

Mar. 16, 2025

'American Idol' Alum Josh Gracin Expecting Baby Boy with Wife Katie: We're 'Beyond Excited'

The 38-year-old country singer andAmerican Idolalum and his wifeKatieare expecting their first child together, he confirms exclusively to PEOPLE. The moniker holds special significance for Gracin, who explains it was important the name meant something to his family. “Luka represents my father’s Croatian heritage and Italian blood,” he says. “Prayers were truly answered!” Brooke Lott Josh Gracin (L) and wife Katie.Brooke Lott Josh Gracin (R) and wife Katie.Brooke Lott The singer is also dad to four children from a previous relationship: daughtersIsabella Sophia, 10,Gabriella Ann, 12, and Briana Marie, 17, plus son Landon Joshua, 13.

Mar. 16, 2025

'American Idol' Alum Josh Gracin Welcomes Son Luka Roman: 'We Are Beyond Blessed'

Photo: Courtesy Josh Gracin Josh Gracinhas something new to sing about — fatherhood! “We couldn’t be more excitedto welcome our sonLuka Roman into the world,” Gracin tells PEOPLE. “My amazing wife endured so much to make sure our little boy arrived healthy and happy! We are beyond blessed.” The country singer is also a father to four children from a previous relationship: daughtersIsabella Sophia, 11,Gabriella Ann, 13, and Briana Marie, 17, plus son Landon Joshua, 14.

Mar. 16, 2025

'American Idol' Alum Kimberly Caldwell Expecting Second Child: 'We Are Overjoyed'

Kimberly Caldwell is adding another member to her family! TheAmerican Idolseason 2 contestant and NBC’sCalifornia Livecorrespondent, 37, is expecting her second child with husbandJordan Harvey, the parents-to-be reveal to PEOPLE exclusively. “Can’t wait to spread the news on my NBC showCalifornia Livewith all of our viewers on Monday at 11:30 a.m.! Time to shout it from the rooftops,” she adds. “So proud tofinally rock this little bump!” Gregory Mancuso Caldwell shares with PEOPLE that her little one on the way is due to make their arrival on Feb.

Mar. 16, 2025

'American Idol' Alum Ruben Studdard Reveals the Connection Son Shares with Singer's Late Brother

Photo: Ruben Studdard/instagram Ruben Studdardkeeps his brother’s memory close, with the help of his son. Appearing onThe Tamron HallShowMonday, theAmerican Idolalum, 44, opened up about how his son Olivier’s name honors the singer’s late brother, Kevin, who died at 44 in 2018. “I gave my son my brother’s middle name, which is also my father’s middle name. I just wanted him to have a connection to his uncle because I know how much his brother wanted to meet him, if he ever showed up.