In heartwarming news from Hollywood, Eric Murphy, the son of iconic actor and comedian Eddie Murphy, is set to embark on the journey of fatherhood. He and his wife, Jasmin Lawrence, who is the daughter of celebrated actor Martin Lawrence, have announced that they are expecting their first baby together.
A Joyful Announcement on Social Media
The beloved couple took to their personal social media accounts to share this exciting development with their fans and followers. They posted a series of photographs showcasing Jasmin's growing baby bump, accompanied by a heartfelt caption that read, "Thank you, Jesus, for the greatest gift" along with heart emojis.
Capturing the Moment in Pictures
The first image shared was a stunning black-and-white photograph. In this picture, Jasmin Lawrence is seen wearing a beautiful off-shoulder white bodycon dress, smiling radiantly at the camera while gently holding her pregnant belly. Eric Murphy is kneeling beside her, his hand also resting on her belly, sharing in the moment of anticipation and joy.
The subsequent photos were in vibrant color, capturing the mom-to-be basking in the warm sunlight as she proudly displayed her baby bump. These images beautifully highlight the couple's happiness and the natural glow of pregnancy.
Martin Lawrence's Heartfelt Congratulations
Grandfather-to-be Martin Lawrence was quick to express his overwhelming joy and support for the expecting couple. The renowned actor, famous for his role in 'Bad Boys for Life', shared the pregnancy announcement photos on his own social media platform with an adorable and emotional caption.
He wrote, "What a blessing to start the day! My heart is overflowing with love and gratitude after the announcement of my first grandchild!" Lawrence continued by expressing how meaningful it is for him to witness his daughter and son-in-law begin their journey into parenthood.
He added, "Watching Jasmin Lawrence and Eric Murphy begin this journey into parenthood means everything to me. Family is everything—and this moment is nothing less than a blessing from God. Welcome to the next generation!" He concluded his message with the hashtags: #blessed, #prouddad, and #family.
Background on Their Intimate Wedding
Eric Murphy and Jasmin Lawrence tied the knot in a private and intimate wedding ceremony back in May 2025. The news of their marriage was later confirmed by Eddie Murphy, Eric's father and the legendary star of 'Dr. Dolittle'.
During an appearance on 'The Jennifer Hudson Show' podcast, Eddie Murphy shared details about the wedding. He revealed that the couple had initially planned a larger celebration but ultimately decided to opt for a more quiet and personal affair. "They went off, everybody was making the big wedding plans, and then they decided they wanted to do something quiet with just the two of them," he stated at the time.
This pregnancy announcement comes nearly ten months after their wedding, marking a new and exciting chapter in their lives as they prepare to welcome their first child and expand their famous Hollywood families.
