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Hollywood legends Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence will soon become fellow grandparents.
On Monday, February 2, 2026, Jasmin Lawrence and Eric Murphy announced on social media that they are expecting their first child.
Jasmin shared the news on Instagram with a photo of Eric cradling her baby bump while on one knee.
She captioned the post, "Thank you Jesus for the greatest gift," followed by three heart emojis.
The couple, who first went public with their relationship in 2021, quietly married last year.
Eddie Murphy revealed the news of their secret wedding during a television appearance in May 2025, noting that the pair opted for an intimate church ceremony instead of a grand Hollywood event.
The marriage officially united two of the most famous families in comedy history. Eric is the eldest son of Eddie Murphy, and Jasmin is the eldest daughter of Martin Lawrence.
Long before the pregnancy announcement, both Eddie and Martin joked about the potential of their children starting a family together.
During various interviews, they playfully argued over who would foot the bill for the wedding.
Martin Lawrence famously joked on Jimmy Kimmel Live! that the union could produce a "comedy super-baby" given the comedic talent in both families.
Eddie Murphy shared a similar sentiment, stating that their combined gene pool would almost certainly result in a very funny child.
Fans of both actors have celebrated the news across social media, with many calling the union a "full-circle moment" for the longtime friends who starred together in classic films like Life and Boomerang.
While the couple has not yet shared a due date, they expressed deep excitement for this next chapter of their lives.
The upcoming arrival will mark a significant milestone for both families as they prepare to welcome a new generation into their star-studded lineage.
