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Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis Welcome Baby Boy Jagger Mewis-Kerr

The soccer stars announced the birth of their first child via a heartfelt Instagram post, marking a new chapter in their shared journey both on and off the field.

Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis with their newborn son.
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Baby joy: Chelsea and Australia women's football star Sam Kerr

Overview

  • Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis celebrated the arrival of their son, Jagger Mewis-Kerr, sharing the news through a joint Instagram post on May 8, 2025.
  • The announcement received widespread congratulations from teammates, fans, and organizations, including the Women’s Super League and West Ham United.
  • Kristie Mewis carried the baby to term, with the couple first revealing their pregnancy in November 2024 through social media posts featuring an ultrasound image.
  • Kerr, captain of Australia’s Matildas and a Chelsea striker, has recently faced challenges including an ACL injury and a cleared legal trial, while Mewis plays for West Ham United.
  • Their relationship, public since 2021, has become a symbol of LGBTQ+ visibility in sports, with the couple openly sharing their journey from engagement in 2023 to parenthood.