Van Jones celebrates a newcomer to his modern-day family.
Van Jones, Emmy award-winning broadcast journalist, told ‘PEOPLE’ that he welcomed a baby girl this month with his friend, Noemi.
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Van said, “Following the containment of COVID-19, I realized I wanted another child. I found out that my friend Noemi wanted a baby as well. So we decided to join forces and become conscious co-parents. It is something I hope others will explore and consider.”
This month, we welcomed a little girl to Earth, and we will raise her as a co-sponsor. It’s a special occasion for our families. I feel thankful, joyous, and blessed. As we create a safe and affectionate environment for this holy young soul, I respectfully request that privacy be protected. Thank you for your affection and support.”
The announcement of Jones marks his third time as a father. He also shares his children Mattai and Cabral with ex-wife Jana Carter, whom he married in 2005. They announced their split to PEOPLE in 2018.
Both Jones and Noemi said in a statement at that time, “We will continue to raise our children together, manage our businesses together and support the growth of each other. It’s not beef or drama, just evolution.”
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Jones is not the only CNN personality who nurtures a child with a platonic partner. Anderson Cooper announced last week that he and his close friend, Benajmin Maisani, welcomed their second kid together, a boy named Sebastian Luke.