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Vanessa Kirby recently gave birth to her first child with partner Paul Rabil. “Mom is a superhero,” Rabil said. “I’m really lucky.” The couple first revealed their relationship in October 2022 when they were spotted walking in New York City.
On May 31, Vanessa Kirby revealed she is pregnant with her first child at the Fantastic Four: First Steps photocall in Mexico, wearing a shimmering green sleeveless dress with a criss-crossed geometric mock turtle neckline. The star posed with her hand gently on her stomach.
This tacit announcement sparked curiosity about Kirby’s boyfriend and rumored fiancé, Paul Rabil. Here’s everything you need to know so far about Rabil and his relationship with the Mission: Impossible star.
Who is Paul Rabil?
According to a 2010 profile in the New York Times, Paul Rabil was originally from Maryland and was raised by Alain and Jean Ann Rabil, who worked as an aerospace company and a Catholic school art teacher, respectively. They encouraged him to participate in sports early on. Although he was an accomplished athlete in general, his love of lacrosse in particular led him to burgeoning careers in Major League Lacrosse and the National Lacrosse League. During his college days, he played at Johns Hopkins University.
According to his LinkedIn page, he became co-founder and president of the Premier Lacrosse League. He is also a businessman, working as a partner at Rabil Ventures and founding the Rabil Companies.
Rabil was married to Kelly Berger from 2014 to 2017 and briefly dated actress Eiza Gonzalez before his relationship with Kirby was rumored.
how long have they been together?
According to the Daily Mail, the two were first linked in October 2022 when they were spotted walking in New York City. In November 2023, Rabil paid tribute to Kirby on Instagram, stating that they met in Des Moines, Iowa. He wrote in the caption, “From the moment we first met in Des Moines, traveling around the world and back, life has been so much better, more purposeful, and more beautiful with you ❤️.”
He recently appeared on Instagram in April with a photo of the Four Seasons Hotel on a carousel, which she said was “perfect for spending time with the people you love most.”
are they engaged?
In December 2024, it was reported that the two got engaged. However, they have not officially confirmed this news.
What does Rabil say about the baby?
On June 17, Rabil celebrated the baby news on his Instagram. He posted a photo carousel that included shots of Kirby’s pregnant belly and tiny baby Jordan 11 sneakers. “Just a little news,” he wrote. “The biggest adventure of my life is about to begin. Thank you so much for all your love and support. Especially your advice. My mom is a superhero. I’m so lucky.”
Shortly after, Kirby returned to the red carpet looking even more impressively pregnant.
At the Fantastic Four: First Steps fan event in Berlin on July 8, she wore an all-black Alaïa dress with a transparent navel and a subtle cutout.
In Sydney on July 15, she continued the black and sheer theme with a Balmain dress with exaggerated sleeves.
On July 21, she changed her dress to include a baby blue Givenchy by Sarah Burton knit dress and matching Manolo Blahnik heels.
How did Kirby and Rabil announce the birth of their child?
On October 19, Rabil confirmed on Instagram that she and Kirby welcomed a baby. He shared a photo of the baby lying on his chest and a merry-go-round that included a photo of Kirby and the newborn. He also posted an image of a tiny baby lacrosse stick.
Rabil wrote, “Being a parent, I am learning to slow down and wake up at the same time. I am so grateful for everyone’s health, that I get up every day with mommy’s great love, and that we now have you in our lives. On your first cradle bar. So many stories and blessings. Maybe even a broken window. Balls are allowed in the house 🤍.”
