In the early hours of April 19, Cristiano Ronaldo posted on social media the sad news that his son had tragically died in childbirth. The 37-year-old soccer star, who had been expecting twins with his longtime girlfriend Georgina Rodríguez, told fans the sad news in the article and asked for privacy.
While many people around the world know that Cristiano Ronaldo is a globally renowned soccer star, the player clearly values his role as a father more. "To be honest, being a parent and raising my family is my greatest privilege. I enjoy every second of it," he told reporters in a 2017 interview. Learn more about all his children here.
Cristiano Ronaldo Jr
Cristiano Ronaldo Jr., Ronaldo's eldest son, 12 years old, was born in June 2010. He announced the birth of the child on social media platforms at the time and announced that the motherhood of little Cristiano would be kept secret. He said on social media via the Telegraph at the time: "It is with great joy and excitement that I am telling everyone that I will become the father of a baby boy." It is agreed with the mother of the child that my son will be in my exclusive custody and she wants to keep her identity secret. I ask you to fully respect my (and my children's) right to privacy, at least on these personal issues. "
Naturally, Cristiano's eldest son also began to love football. He was found to have worn a jersey that matched his father on a number of occasions, and he also showed naturalness when imitating his father's talent, as seen in some of the videos he shot during the match.
Eva Maria dos Santos
A few years after cristiano Jr. was born, the football star became the father of twins Eva and Mateo in June 2017, both 5 years old. "It's a pleasure to be able to hold two new loves in my life," he wrote in an announcement at the time, revealing the twins' names.
Mateo Ronaldo
At the time of mateo and his twin sister's birth, Ronaldo's representative told local media, "The football star is not going to discuss further reasons why he chose surrogate twins." He said: "Cristiano Ronaldo will not share any reasons as to why he chose a surrogate mother, he is simply thankful that he now has a pair of twins.
Alana Martina dos Santos Aveiro
Just as the twins were born, Ronaldo's girlfriend Georgina revealed that she was already pregnant with the couple's first child. In November 2017, she gave birth to their daughter, Alana, 4 years old. After their daughter was born, Georgina raved about the little guy on social platforms. "As a mother, this time of raising the little one at home has allowed me to experience supreme happiness, and now with the arrival of Arana-Martina, we are both full and happier, if possible," she wrote. "We are very happy and thank God for the health that little Alana Martina has given us, and of course the health of the other 3 little ones in the family, I can't wait to hug them and kiss them."
Newborn girl
Four years after Alana was born, Cristiano and Georgina announced that she was pregnant with twins in October 2021. "Our hearts are full of love — we can't wait to see you," the couple wrote in an announcement at the time. Like Ronaldo's first twins, the couple was expecting a boy and a girl. Unfortunately, their son did not survive childbirth, and the couple announced his death on social media. "We have to announce with the saddest emotion that our son has passed away. This is the greatest pain any parent can feel. Only the birth of our daughter gives us the strength to spend this moment with some hope and happiness," they wrote. "We would like to thank the doctors and nurses for all their professional care and support. We are very shocked by this sudden event, and at this very difficult time, we implore everyone to remain private. Our precious son, you are our angel. We will always love you. "
Hope all is well for Ronaldo!