Newly reunited couple Nelly and Ashanti are expecting their first child

Ashanti is going to be a mother!

The 43-year-old actress is expecting her first child, confirming her pregnancy after rekindling her romance with fellow R&B singer Nelly earlier this year. 

According to Us Weekly, the couple is thrilled to be welcoming their first baby together. This will be Ashanti's first child, while Nelly, 49, has two children from his previous relationship with Channetta Valentine.

Speculation about Ashanti's pregnancy began when during an event, the singer placed her hand on her stomach while on stage with Nelly, who mirrored the gesture. A fan video shared by TMZ captured the moment as the couple seemed to confirm the exciting news, breaking into laughter.

Ashanti and Nelly, who first started dating in 2003, had an on-again, off-again relationship until 2013. They were seen holding hands at a Las Vegas boxing match early this year. Nelly later officially confirmed their rekindled romance, stating, “Yeah, we cool again.”

In October, the couple went official on Instagram as Nelly celebrated Ashanti's birthday with a heartfelt post. Ashanti surprised Nelly with a car for his birthday.