Zawe Ashton Reveals Pregnancy and Surprising Marriage to Tom Hiddleston

Zawe Ashton has made a delightful and unexpected revelation, sharing not only that she’s expecting her second child with Tom Hiddleston but also subtly confirming their marriage.

The actress, 40, announced her pregnancy over the weekend during an interview with Vogue shortly after walking the red carpet at the closing of SXSW London on June 7. While posing alongside Hiddleston, 44, at the festival’s premiere of his new movie The Life of Chuck, Ashton showcased her baby bump in a stunning sky-blue silk gown by Emilia Wickstead, complete with ruffles and a matching cape. In her conversation with Vogue, she referred to Hiddleston as her husband, sparking speculation and excitement among fans that the couple had quietly tied the knot.

Representatives for both Ashton and Hiddleston did not immediately respond to requests for comment regarding the pregnancy and apparent marriage confirmation. However, People previously reported in March 2022 that the couple had gotten engaged. The two first met while co-starring in the 2019 revival of Harold Pinter’s play Betrayal, both in London and later on Broadway, where their chemistry was palpable. A source close to the production shared at the time that the pair had a “lovely chemistry” behind the scenes, even if they kept their relationship private in public.

Their romance, initially low-key, became public in September 2021 when they attended the Tony Awards together, marking their first red-carpet appearance as a couple. Engagement rumors began swirling shortly after the 2022 BAFTA Awards, when Ashton was photographed wearing a diamond ring on her left hand. People confirmed the engagement soon after.

Ashton’s pregnancy announcement also echoes a similar moment from June 2022, when she revealed she was expecting their first child while attending a New York City screening of her film Mr. Malcolm’s List. Just months later, Us Weekly confirmed the couple had welcomed their first baby, with a source telling the outlet, “Tom and Zawe are loving being new parents and are filled with joy.”

The couple, known for keeping their personal life largely private, has only occasionally shared glimpses into their relationship. In November 2023, Hiddleston gave Ashton a heartfelt shout-out during an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. While discussing the second season of his Marvel series Loki, he proudly mentioned his “other half” being part of another MCU project, The Marvels, which was released around that time.

Ashton’s latest pregnancy news has further fueled the excitement surrounding her and Hiddleston’s life together, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the couple’s growing family and the next chapter in their journey. With their shared love of privacy and quiet moments, it’s clear that the two are relishing both their family life and their respective careers.