In a rare public announcement, former tennis champion Anna Kournikova and global pop star Enrique Iglesias have confirmed the arrival of their fourth child together. The famously private couple, who have been a couple for nearly a quarter of a century, broke their customary silence to share the happy news.
A Private Family's Joyful Announcement
Kournikova, 44, took to social media to reveal the new addition, simply posting "My Sunshine" alongside the revelation that the baby was born on December 17. In keeping with their desire for privacy, she did not disclose the newborn's name or gender. The child joins older siblings twins Lucy and Nicholas, and their sister Mary.
The couple is renowned for fiercely guarding their family life from the public eye, making this social media post a significant departure from their usual stance. Kournikova had only recently broken a long social media hiatus earlier this year to address swirling pregnancy rumours, setting the stage for this latest announcement.
From Sporting Glory to Lasting Partnership
Anna Kournikova burst onto the international tennis scene as a teenage prodigy, captivating fans worldwide. At just 14, she was already making waves in the sport. Her most significant on-court achievements came in doubles, where she partnered with another teen sensation, Martina Hingis. Together, they clinched the Australian Open women's doubles title in both 1999 and 2002. Kournikova also achieved a career-high singles ranking of world number eight before retiring from professional tennis in 2003.
Her path with Enrique Iglesias, 50, famously crossed when she appeared in the music video for his hit song "Escape" in 2001. By then, Iglesias was already a massive star, having broken through in 1995 and reaching stratospheric new heights with his first English-language album in 1999. While Kournikova stepped away from the sporting spotlight, Iglesias has continued his successful music career, regularly releasing albums and touring the globe.
A Life Away from the Limelight
Despite their individual fame, Kournikova and Iglesias have masterfully built a quiet, family-focused life together over their 25-year relationship. They rarely give interviews or share personal details, making any update on their growing family a notable event for their fans. This deliberate choice to shun the spotlight has allowed them to raise their children away from the intense glare of constant media attention.
The arrival of their fourth child cements their status as one of entertainment and sport's most enduring, yet discreet, partnerships. While the world may know them for their past professional triumphs, it is clear their primary focus remains on their private world and their expanding family.
