Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen Welcome First Child

Couple keeps baby's name and birth date private as Buffalo Bills celebrate 'girl dad' Allen.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 6:36pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a soft, pastel-colored baby blanket, capturing the delicate texture and intimate warmth of a new family.The arrival of Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen's first child marks a new chapter of joy and celebration for the high-profile couple.Buffalo Today

Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen have welcomed their first child, a baby girl, the couple announced in a post to Steinfeld's Beau Society newsletter. The couple did not share the baby's name or birth date, but the Buffalo Bills celebrated Allen as a 'girl dad' on social media. Steinfeld and Allen, who have been married for less than a year, announced the pregnancy in December 2025. Steinfeld is coming off a year in which she earned widespread acclaim for her role in the film 'Sinners,' though she was absent from the 2026 Academy Awards ceremony, where her co-star Michael B. Jordan acknowledged she was 'getting ready to have the baby right now.'

Why it matters

The birth of Steinfeld and Allen's first child is a significant personal milestone for the high-profile couple, who have been in the public eye for their acting and athletic careers. The announcement also highlights the challenges of balancing family life and professional commitments in the entertainment and sports industries.

The details

Steinfeld, 29, and Allen, the 2024 NFL MVP, have been married for less than a year. They announced the pregnancy in December 2025 in Steinfeld's Beau Society newsletter, accompanied by a joint video in which Allen bent down to kiss her baby bump. The couple also posed for photos in the snow, with Allen cradling his wife's stomach. The birth comes as Allen is recovering from surgery after Buffalo's overtime loss to Denver in the AFC divisional playoffs and is expected to be ready when the Bills begin their offseason program.

  • Steinfeld and Allen announced the pregnancy in December 2025.
  • The couple welcomed their baby girl on Thursday, April 2, 2026.

The players

Hailee Steinfeld

A 29-year-old actress who earned widespread acclaim for her role in the film 'Sinners' in 2025.

Josh Allen

The 2024 NFL MVP and quarterback for the Buffalo Bills, who is recovering from surgery after the team's overtime loss in the AFC divisional playoffs.

Michael B. Jordan

Steinfeld's co-star in 'Sinners,' who acknowledged her absence from the 2026 Academy Awards ceremony during his best actor acceptance speech.

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What they’re saying

“'Our baby girl has arrived!! We're feeling incredibly grateful and blessed and savouring these early moments. Thank you so much for the love and well wishes.'”

— Hailee Steinfeld

“'Hailee at home, she's getting ready to have the baby right now.'”

— Michael B. Jordan

What’s next

The Bills are expected to provide updates on Allen's recovery as he prepares for the upcoming NFL season. Steinfeld and Allen have not yet announced the baby's name or birth date.

The takeaway

The birth of Steinfeld and Allen's first child is a joyous personal milestone for the high-profile couple, who have navigated the challenges of balancing family life and their respective careers in entertainment and sports. Their announcement highlights the importance of privacy and work-life balance for public figures.