Bonnie Wright, who is best known for her role as Ginny Weasley in the Harry Potter series, has welcomed her first child with husband Andrew Lococo.
Bonnie Wright, the renowned actress celebrated for her portrayal of Ginny Weasley in the beloved Harry Potter film franchise, has joyfully welcomed the arrival of her first child, a baby boy. The 32-year-old actress took to Instagram to share the exciting news with her dedicated fan base.
In a heartwarming Instagram post, Wright introduced her newborn son to the world with a captivating photograph. The picture captured her precious baby cradled under a cozy brown knitted blanket, adorned with an endearing striped hat.
Alongside this delightful image, Wright introduced her son to the world, saying, 'Say hello to Elio Ocean Wright Lococo born at home on Tuesday 19th September. We’re all healthy and happy.'
She also gave heartfelt thanks to the dedicated medical professionals who played a pivotal role in her journey to motherhood, acknowledging their unwavering support and calling birth 'the wildest experience.'
Special tribute to husband
In her Instagram post, Wright didn't forget to express her deep appreciation for her husband's unwavering support during the birthing process, writing, 'Lastly thanks to Andrew, my rock throughout birth quite literally as I squeezed onto you so tight and you never wavered. Elio has the most tender loving papa.'
This delightful news comes a year after Wright and Lococo exchanged vows in a heartwarming wedding ceremony held at The Ecology Center in San Juan Capistrano, California.
As per PEOPLE, they were introduced through a mutual friend named Georgia, who met Wright while participating in a sustainability meet-up group in Los Angeles called Waste Watch. The couple has been together since at least 2020 and eventually moved in together in early 2022, with Wright relocating to San Diego, where Lococo lived.
Wright's relationship with her husband, Andrew Lococo, has been relatively private, but she has occasionally shared glimpses of their life together on social media. The couple shares a passion for environmental conservation and has been vocal advocates in the fight against climate change, as per PEOPLE.
Unexpected Harry Potter connection
The birth of their son, Elio Ocean Wright Lococo, marks a significant milestone in Bonnie Wright and Andrew Lococo's journey together. Fans and well-wishers have flooded the comments section of her Instagram post, offering congratulations and noting the unexpected connection between her son's birthdate and the Harry Potter universe. According to The Express, it turned out that the baby shares a birthday with Hermione Granger, a popular fictional character from the series.
Evanna Lynch, who played Luna Lovegood in four Harry Potter films, wrote: 'Awwww congratulations Bonnie and Andrew!!! Welcome to Earth, Elio Ocean!!! ps. Hermione’s birthday twin, I’m sure you’ve been told!!'
James Phelps, who played Ginny's brother on movie wrote, 'Huge congratulations!!'
Scarlett Byrne Hefner, who played Slytherin's Pansy Parkinson, penned: 'Congratulations!! Welcome Elio, he's beautiful.'
As an actress, Wright is best known for her role as Ginny Weasley, the younger sister of Ron Weasley and later the love interest of Harry Potter. Beyond her acting career, she has also ventured into writing, with her first book titled Go Gently: Actionable Steps to Nurture Yourself and the Planet. The book serves as a guide to promoting positive change and protecting the environment.
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