Anderson Cooper, a well-known CNN anchor, has openly shared his journey from doubting the possibility of fatherhood to embracing the joys of being a dad to two sons.
Growing up gay, Cooper harbored doubts about having children, a concern that haunted him since he was 12. However, life took a heartwarming turn for him.
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In April 2020, Cooper’s life was transformed with the arrival of his first son, Wyatt Morgan. Named after Cooper’s late father and carrying a family name from his mother Gloria Vanderbilt’s side, Wyatt’s birth marked a new chapter in Cooper’s life.
Cooper humorously admitted on Ellen DeGeneres’ show that despite acquiring numerous parenting books, he never read them, learning that owning books isn’t quite the same as reading them.
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Parenting, as Cooper discovered, came with its uncertainties, but he embraced it wholeheartedly, enjoying “everything” about the experience. His journey was supported by his ex-partner, Benjamin Maisani, who co-parents with him. Cooper highlights their unique but loving co-parenting arrangement, emphasizing their continued love and support for each other as a family unit.
The family recently grew with the addition of Sebastian Luke Maisani-Cooper. Announced on his show, “Anderson Cooper 360,” Cooper joyfully shared details about Sebastian’s birth and his adorable quirks. Maisani is in the process of adopting Wyatt, further solidifying their family bond.
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Cooper acknowledges the calmness and confidence he’s found in parenting the second time around. With two young sons, he plans to take a break from his hectic work life to cherish moments with his children.
Celebrating this new phase of life, Cooper’s story is a testament to the power of love, acceptance, and the unexpected joys of parenthood.
