Billie Lourd Secretly Gave Birth—and the Name Honors Her Mom, Carrie Fisher

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Surprise! Billie Lourd just gave birth to her first child and the public never even knew she was pregnant. How's that for a big reveal? Lourd announced on Instagram that she and her fiancé Austen Rydell welcomed a baby boy they named Kingston Fisher Lourd Rydell. Of course, one of the middle names honors her late mother, Carrie Fisher, who is a Hollywood icon thanks to her portrayal of Princess Leia in the Star Wars movies.

Predictably, Lourd's Instagram post has quickly gone viral and is filled with surprised-but-excited comments for the new mom. And don't miss the extra-sweet touch: She dressed Kingston in galaxy-printed pajamas, no doubt an ode to Star Wars. Scroll down to see Lourd's adorable baby news and revisit her cutest throwback family photos. 

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Billie Lourd's Cutest Family Throwback Photos

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