Kate Upton and Justin Verlander Welcome Baby No. 2, Son Bellamy Brooks

A New Addition to the Verlander Family

June 21, 2025: Model-actor Kate Upton and husband, San Francisco Giants pitcher Justin Verlander, welcomed their second child—a son named Bellamy Brooks Verlander—born June 19, 2025. This joyful arrival expands their family to a party of four, including their 6-year-old daughter, Genevieve “Vivi” Upton Verlander.

Paternity Leave and Balanced Careers

The Giants promptly placed Verlander on paternity leave following the birth . After a challenging stretch—marked by a pectoral injury and lack of wins—Justin aims to balance newborn life with his baseball career, driven by a desire for his children to remember him on the field.

A Love Story Years in the Making

Together since 2014, Kate and Justin tied the knot in Tuscany shortly after his World Series triumph. They welcomed their first child in November 2018 and maintained privacy around family life. Initial hesitation about expanding their family faded over time—and now, here comes baby No. 2.

Fatherhood Inspires Performance

Verlander, now in his 20th MLB season, has previously shared that being a dad motivates him to stay in top form. As the oldest active player, this second child may reinforce his drive to prolong his legacy—both on the field and at home.