James Lafferty and his wife, Alexandra Park, have officially entered a new chapter in their lives, welcoming their first child together. The couple announced the joyful news on Friday, April 17, through a joint post on Instagram.
“Love has new meaning. River Jay Lafferty,” the pair captioned a touching black-and-white photograph that showed their newborn’s tiny hands clasping their own. The understated yet emotional reveal quickly drew attention from fans and fellow celebrities alike.
Lafferty, best known for his role on the hit teen drama One Tree Hill, first crossed paths with Park in 2015 while directing an episode of The Royals. Park starred in the series as Princess Eleanor from 2015 to 2018, and their professional collaboration soon evolved into a personal relationship.
After years together, the couple tied the knot in May 2022 in an intimate ceremony in Oahu, Hawaii. The wedding was attended by close family and friends, including Lafferty’s former One Tree Hill co-star Stephen Colletti and Park’s The Royals colleagues Tom Austen and Merritt Patterson.
Beyond their personal life, James Lafferty and Alexandra Park have continued to build a creative partnership. The duo co-created and starred in the comedy series Everyone Is Doing Great, where they portray a married couple, Jeremy and Andrea Davis. Their on-screen chemistry reflects a real-life bond shaped by years of working together.
Speaking about their relationship in a 2021 interview, Park noted that their shared passion for acting and storytelling has always been central to their connection. Lafferty echoed that sentiment in 2023, acknowledging that balancing marriage and work can be challenging but ultimately rewarding. “This is sort of where we thrive,” he said at the time, emphasizing how collaborating creatively has brought them closer.
Alexandra Park has also been candid about her appreciation for her husband. In a February 2024 interview, she described their relationship as deeply rooted in friendship, calling themselves “best friends” and expressing gratitude for their journey together.
Now, with the arrival of baby River Jay Lafferty, the couple’s bond appears stronger than ever. As they step into parenthood, fans are celebrating alongside them, marking yet another milestone in a relationship that began on set and has steadily flourished both on and off screen.