FRASIER star Kelsey Grammer has revealed he’ll be a dad for the EIGHTH time, with his wife Kayte showing off a massive baby bump.
Actor Kelsey, 70, is set to welcome his fourth child with Kayte, 46, who was seen cradling her bump in a draped dress during a family outing in London on Tuesday.
Kelsey Grammer has revealed he’ll be a dad for the EIGHTH time[/caption]
In images obtained by the Daily Mail, he’s seen in high spirits as his film producer wife exhibited her growing stomach in a brown cardigan and black maxi skirt.
Although the couple have not made a formal announcement, a source confirmed the news and said the unexpected pregnancy has brought a new “spark” to their relationship.
They told the publication: “Kelsey is thrilled to finally have time to fully enjoy being a father all over again.
“He’s been incredibly supportive of Kayte throughout this pregnancy, which, though unexpected, has reignited a spark in their marriage that they both needed.
“This will be their fourth child together, and with Kelsey’s other three children from his past marriages, their new bundle of joy will have so much love.
“After giving Frasier one last go, he has hung his hat up on that character and is ready for the next phase of his life. He is looking forward to embracing the hands-on parenting he missed in the past.”
He and Kayte, who tied the knot in 2011, already share daughter Faith, 12, and sons Kelsey Gabriel, 10, and Auden “James” Ellis, eight.
The actor has four other children from previous relationships – Spencer, 41, with first wife Doreen Alderman, Greer, 33, with ex-girlfriend Barrie Buckner and Mason, 23, and Jude, 20, with RHOBH ex-wife Camille Grammer.
Kelsey, famed for playing Frasier Crane in the NBC hit, was 61 when his youngest son was born.
In May, the sitcom star told People that he regrets being too absorbed by work during his early years of fatherhood.
He said: “I have neglected a couple of the kids in my life, especially the first two. I’m trying to make up for a little of it now. I’m still their dad, so you can always have [a] chance to show up.”
Kelsey reflected on how his parenting style has evolved, and how he hopes his younger children will benefit from the lessons he’s learned.
He said: “I probably should have been a little more clear and maybe less tolerant with the older ones.
“I’m pretty tolerant with the young ones, but I’m clear about how there’s certain expectations and certain ways to navigate through a social situation: keep it close to the vest and play it straight, and you’re going to be well-served in your life.
“I’m a little more specific with them about doing their studies and being prepared. [I tell them], ‘What’s your job in life? Showing up.’”
Kelsey has also shared his thoughts on his children’s future ambitions, admitting he’s proud that several of them are following in his footsteps – even if he’s kept quiet about it.
Speaking to Variety, he said: “Kayte and I were talking about how it’s really something that a child would follow in their father’s footsteps.
“To think that all my kids, at least the ones that have a hand in the air, are ready to take responsibility for their lives, are all drawn to this industry. And she said, ‘That’s something to be proud of.’”
Actor Kelsey is set to welcome his fourth child with wife Kayte[/caption]
He shares children Jude and Mason with his RHOBH ex-wife Camille Grammer[/caption]
In May, the sitcom star said he regrets being too absorbed by work during his early years of fatherhood[/caption]
Kelsey played Frasier Crane in the namesake NBC hit[/caption]
