Singer Ellie Goulding has given birth to her second child, a daughter named Iris Edaline Minniear-Goulding. The announcement was made via a notice in The Times newspaper's Births, Marriages and Deaths section on March 6, 2026. This marks Goulding's first child with partner Beau Minniear.
Goulding shared a photograph of herself breastfeeding her newborn daughter, Iris, days after the birth, offering a candid glimpse into her life as a mother of two.
The birth took place at the Lindo Wing in London. Iris Edaline Minniear-Goulding joins older brother Arthur Ever Winter, who is reportedly four and a half years old. Arthur's father is Goulding's ex-husband, Caspar Jopling.
Post-Birth Activities
Weeks after welcoming her daughter, Goulding was observed enjoying a "pamper day" in London, with reports noting she appeared in good spirits. This outing coincided with the lead-up to the release of her anticipated sixth studio album.
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Pregnancy and Relationships
Goulding publicly confirmed her pregnancy with Minniear in December 2025, sharing updates on social media and during red carpet appearances. She was previously married to Caspar Jopling, with whom she had her son Arthur. Goulding and Jopling finalized their divorce in January 2025, and they reportedly remain on good terms, co-parenting Arthur. Goulding and Minniear were first romantically linked in July 2025.
Previous Offspring
Goulding's first child, Arthur Ever Winter Jopling, was born on April 29, 2021. She has previously shared occasional glimpses of Arthur on social media, often expressing a desire to protect his privacy. In 2021, she shared that she was "extremely protective" of her son.
Album Release and Public Life
Goulding has indicated a return to music, with her sixth studio album reportedly set for release around the time of her daughter's birth. She has spoken about balancing her career with motherhood, asserting her capability to manage both. Her public engagements, including red carpet appearances during her pregnancy, suggest an ongoing engagement with her career alongside her personal life.
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