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EXO’s Chen becomes a dad as partner gives birth to baby girl


Chen is reportedly a dad (Picture: Han Myung-Gu/WireImage)

Congratulations are in order for EXO star Chen, who has become a father.

The K-pop star confirmed earlier this year that he was getting married and that his partner was pregnant with their first child. 

And today, SM Entertainment has confirmed that Chen’s partner gave birth to a baby girl in the early hours of Wednesday morning, saying: ‘It is true that they welcomed the birth of their daughter.’

The Financial News previously reported that the baby was born at Marie OB/GYN clinic in Cheongdam-dong, Seoul on 29 April. 

Since the news was confirmed, social media has been flooded with messages of congratulations from EXO fans.

The 27-year-old hit us all with a major surprise back in January when SM Entertainment confirmed that not only was the Love Shot singer getting married.

The agency’s statement read: ‘Chen has met someone precious to him and will be getting married. The bride is a non-celebrity, and the wedding will be held privately with only their families in attendance. 

‘To respect their families’ opinions, the wedding and everything related to it will be held privately, so we ask fans and reporters for their kind understanding.

‘Chen will continue to work hard as an artist. We ask you to send Chen lots of blessings and messages of celebration.’ 

And the singer shared an adorable letter in which he told fans that he found a ‘blessing’ in the girl he wants to ‘spend the rest of my life with’ and their bundle of joy.

Chen confirmed his engagement earlier this year (Picture: YONHAP/EPA-EFE/REX)

Chen, real name Kim Jong-dae, said: ‘Hello, this is Chen. I am writing this because I have something to tell our fans. I don’t know how to start this, and I’m very nervous. Although these words are not enough, I’m writing this letter because I want to honestly tell our fans, who gave us so much love, first.

‘I have a girlfriend I want to spend the rest of my life with. I was worried and concerned about the situations that would arise as a result of this decision, but I had been discussing with the agency and our members because I wanted to announce the news at least a little bit earlier so I wouldn’t surprise you with the sudden news. 

‘Then, a blessing came my way. I am also taken aback, as I cannot do what I had planned with the agency and members, but this blessing has given me more strength. 

‘I couldn’t lose any more time thinking about when or how I should announce this, so I mustered up my courage. 

‘I’m really thankful for my members for genuinely congratulating me after hearing this news, and I deeply thank our fans for sending me so much undeserving love.

‘I will never forget this feeling of gratitude, do my best in my place without changing, and return the love you have given me. Thank you always.’

Shortly after the engagement news, it was reported that Chen had already tied the knot; however, SM denied this report.

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