John Boyega Reveals Secret Marriage and Expecting First Child

John Boyega has revealed that he has been secretly married for nearly two years and that he and his wife are expecting a baby boy. The actor shared the news during an interview with The Guardian, conducted ahead of the release of the documentary Damilola: The Untold Story.

Marriage Details

Boyega confirmed the marriage after a reporter noticed a band on his ring finger. "I’ve been married for coming up to two years now," he said. While he did not disclose the identity of his wife, he stated that the couple held a small ceremony. He joked about the nature of the wedding, mimicking a scene from the film Braveheart by planting a sword into the ground and saying, "Will you come with me?"

The actor explained that he and his wife did not hold a traditional Nigerian ceremony at the time but expressed a desire to do so in the future. "We both like the idea of celebrating something established, rather than celebrating the entry," Boyega said. "And by then, we’ll have to shut Nigeria down!"

Regarding his wedding rings, Boyega noted he has two sets. One is a two-toned band with "sentimental" value, and the other was purchased spontaneously. "This is the one we decided to pick up spontaneously because I just wanted the ring on my finger, so we went to Walmart to get this," he said. "It was a lovely trip to Walmart. Shout out, Walmart Canoga Park!"

Expecting a Baby Boy

Boyega also confirmed that he and his wife are preparing to welcome a baby boy. "We got a baby cooking," he revealed. "My life is completely, completely fulfilled in terms of family. It’s been so nice with the timing."

The actor mentioned that he has a stepson, Brandon Byron Jennings II, who was born on November 5, 2015. Boyega stated that becoming a parent has been "funny" and that his priority is to be "present, I’m consistent and full of love." He added that he has tried to "de-centre" his career to focus on family, especially after periods of heavy work.

Speculation on Partner Identity

While Boyega did not confirm the identity of his bride, speculation has centered on American actor and model Lashontae Heckard. Sources note that Heckard and Boyega were first publicly spotted together at Disneyland in April 2025. Heckard’s Instagram bio currently reads "Tae Boyega," and she has posted images suggesting a relationship with the actor. Boyega and Heckard have also been noted to exclusively follow each other on Instagram.

Why it matters

The revelation marks a significant personal update for the Star Wars and Pacific Rim Uprising actor, who has largely kept his private life out of the public eye. The confirmation of his marriage and impending fatherhood provides clarity on long-standing rumors regarding his relationship status and personal life.

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Sources

• people.com: ‘Star Wars’ Actor John Boyega Reveals He Secretly Married 2 Years Ago, Is Expecting a Baby
• essence.com: John Boyega Confirms He’s Married—And Expecting His First Child
• yahoo.com: John Boyega expecting first baby with wife Tae Heckard

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