John Boyega kept some big news quiet, then shared all of it in the same week. The “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” star announced on Instagram that he and his wife had welcomed a baby some time ago. recorderonline
The announcement
The actor wrote that their “bundle of joy” had been with them for some time and thanked fans for the well wishes. The gallery included photos of Boyega with model Lashontae “Tae” Heckard and a short clip of him cradling an infant. He also included photos of a pregnant Heckard from what looks like a baby shower. John Boyega & Wife Lashontae Heckard Quietly Welcomed 1st Child ‘Some Time’ Ago +2
The secret marriage
The news followed a recent interview. Boyega told The Guardian that he has been married for “coming up to two years,” and that he was a married father with another child on the way. He said the couple had a small, private ceremony but hope to have a traditional Nigerian celebration in the future. The Instagram post was also the first time he formally named his wife. Heckard appears to have confirmed the marriage by changing her Instagram name to Tae Boyega. John Boyega reveals he has been married for 2 years, announces birth of ‘our bundle of joy’ +3
How the story built
Fans had been piecing it together. They were publicly linked in April 2025 after being spotted together at Disneyland, and both were seen wearing wedding rings in May 2026. Boyega also shared that he stepped back from work for a time to focus on his wife, son, and stepson. yahoohellomagazine
Bottom line
A private marriage, a new baby, and a long-awaited announcement. For fans of the Star Wars star, it’s a rare and happy look into his life away from the screen.
