Vanessa Kirby welcomes her first child with former lacrosse legend Paul Rabil as fans celebrate the actress best known for The Crown and Mission: Impossible embracing motherhood.
Vanessa Kirby has officially stepped into her most important role yet—motherhood. The BAFTA winning actress, celebrated for her portrayal of Princess Margaret in The Crown and her Oscar-nominated performance in Pieces of a Woman, has welcomed her first child with former lacrosse legend Paul Rabil, according to reports.
A photo of the new family quickly surfaced online, sending fans into a frenzy with a collective gasp bigger than a Marvel post-credit scene. The news marks a heartfelt milestone for the actress who has captivated audiences on screen while now embracing a life-changing chapter off it.
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Kirby’s career has spanned across prestige television and blockbuster cinema. From embodying royal elegance in The Crown to taking on explosive stunts in Mission: Impossible and Fast & Furious, she’s proven her ability to rule both historical drama and high-octane action. Off-screen, Rabil has carved his own legacy as co-founder of the Premier Lacrosse League, moving from athletic dominance to business leadership.
Now, together, the couple has created the ultimate crossover: silver-screen royalty meets sports dynasty. Fans across social media have already celebrated the pair’s exciting new role as parents, applauding their shift from red carpets and playing fields to midnight feedings and lullabies.
While Kirby continues to shine in Hollywood and Rabil in the sports world, the arrival of their first child marks a new kind of partnership—one that blends glamour and grit with the quieter joy of family life.
