Australian veterinarian, television presenter and KIIS FM radio host Dr Chris Brown has announced he and girlfriend Lorraine Monforte are expecting their first child together, with the baby due in 2027.
Brown, 48, broke the news via social media, posting photos of the couple standing in front of a brick wall bearing the word "prego". The playful announcement referenced a recent trip to Italy, with Brown writing: "It turns out we came back from Italy with more than just pasta bellies and an unbroken Duolingo streak."
"The rough translation? Baby Brown is coming in 2027," he added. "We couldn't be more thrilled. And grateful. And I couldn't be less qualified to give medical advice on this one."
From Friends to Expecting Parents
Brown and Monforte, 42, have been romantically linked since last year, going Instagram official in May. The couple's relationship has roots in friendship, with Brown previously revealing the two first crossed paths when Monforte was working as a TV publicist.
"And that's essentially all it was for quite a period of time," Brown said of their early dynamic, adding that her background in the media industry meant she understood the world he moved in. "She gets TV and she gets the media landscape. So she understands when the phrase 'hard launch' is used, where that's coming from, so she's able to laugh at it."
Speaking about the relationship earlier this year, the former Dancing With The Stars co-host said he was "really happy", describing how their friendship eventually blossomed into something more.
Dr Chris Brown's Personal Milestone
The announcement marks a significant personal milestone for Brown, who is widely known to Australian audiences through his television and radio work. This will be the first child for both Brown and Monforte.
The pregnancy news has drawn widespread attention and warm reactions, with many fans noting the charm of the Italy-themed reveal. The couple's relaxed, humorous approach to sharing the news reflected the tone Brown has long brought to his public persona, equal parts warmth and wit.
Baby Brown is expected to arrive in 2027. It is not yet known whether the couple has revealed further details about the due date or the pregnancy.
