Eminem welcomes grandfather role as daughter Hailie Jade gives birth
Rapper Eminem has officially become a grandfather for the first time, following the birth of his daughter Hailie Jade's first child. The 52-year-old music icon's daughter, Hailie, 29, welcomed a baby boy with her husband, Evan McClintock, on March 14, 2025. The new parents made the joyful announcement on social media on April 4, revealing the name of their son, Elliot Marshall McClintock.
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Hailie shared a touching post on Instagram, marking the moment with a hospital photo of baby Elliot dressed in a blue hooded outfit. “Happy due date//3 weeks earthside little e,” she captioned the image, which has quickly captivated fans.
The announcement comes after Eminem had hinted at the exciting news in October 2024, with the release of his music video for the song “Temporary.” In the emotionally charged video, Hailie revealed to her father that she was expecting a child. The heartwarming moment captured Eminem’s surprise and emotions as Hailie handed him a blue jersey with “Grandpa” emblazoned on the back. The rapper was visibly moved by the news, his eyes welling with tears as he gazed at the ultrasound photo she had shown him.
Eminem's video for “Temporary” also included intimate moments from Hailie's life, showcasing her childhood and wedding day. The song is deeply personal, dedicated to Hailie, and expresses Eminem’s emotions about his legacy. “A lot of people ask me, am I afraid of death? The truth is, I think what scares me the most is not being able to say all the things I wanna say to you,” he raps in the song.
Hailie's pregnancy had been confirmed hours after the video’s release, with Hailie herself posting photos of her and Evan sharing the happy news on Instagram. In the charming images, Hailie held a set of sonogram pictures while looking lovingly at Evan, who stood close behind her.
The couple’s pregnancy announcement came shortly after they tied the knot in May 2024. Hailie shared heartfelt posts from their wedding day, expressing gratitude for the love and support they received from family and friends. “We couldn’t have asked for a better, more beautiful weekend celebration,” she wrote, reflecting on the significance of the event.
Before the wedding, Hailie and Evan had gotten engaged in February 2023, after dating for nearly seven years. The couple’s relationship has largely been kept private, with Hailie sharing glimpses of their quiet life together, including their love of cozy nights and fitness routines.
As a new chapter begins for the McClintock family, fans are eager to see how Eminem embraces his new role as a grandfather and how Hailie’s life continues to unfold. With her supportive family by her side, Hailie, Evan, and little Elliot have entered this exciting new phase of their lives with love and anticipation.