Joey Lawrence, Samantha Cope Expecting Baby No. 2 After Reconciliation

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Joey Lawrence’s family continues to blossom.

Just under a year after getting back together with his wife, Samantha Cope, actor Blossom announced they are expecting their second child.

Joey, 49, jokingly revealed to Entertainment Tonight on the red carpet of Dancing With the Stars’ 20th anniversary celebration on November 11th that he and his wife are expecting a baby, despite initially saying, ‘Nothing is planned. Not even this!’ He quickly clarified he was just teasing.

Despite being a dad to five daughters – Dylan Rose, 2, with Samantha, and Charli, 19, and Libby Grace, 15, with his ex-wife Chandie Yawn-Nelson – the Melissa & Joey actor is happy to be expanding his family, but he prefers to keep the focus off himself right now.

Okay, so he says he’s not the one making anything happen, but honestly? It’s all about her. He was totally looking at my queen while saying she’s the one with the talent, the drive… he just stands there, basically like a proud spectator saying, ‘Isn’t she amazing?’ It’s perfect, really. He knows she’s the star, and he’s just there to appreciate it. Ugh, goals.

As for how Samantha—who tied the knot with Joey in May 2022—is doing, she noted, “I feel great.” 

The actress, known for her role in Marry Christmas, also announced she’s expecting a baby boy and shared her excitement about welcoming him into the family.

Samantha and Joey are starting a new chapter in their relationship after a challenging year. Samantha, 38, initially filed for divorce in August 2024, stating they had irreconcilable differences and requesting full custody of their son, Dylan, with shared legal custody. But four months later, they publicly announced they were back together.

Earlier this year, Joey explained why they chose to work on their relationship instead of ending it, despite going through a difficult time.

He told TopMob News in July that he believed the situation was too simple. While it’s tempting to take the easy route or believe a quick fix will solve everything, he felt that wasn’t always the case, and he didn’t want to rely on it. She felt the same way, recognizing that there was something truly unique and valuable worth preserving.

Joey explained that achieving anything worthwhile requires a lot of effort, constant improvement, and adaptation. He said that’s just how life works – whether it’s family, friendships, or business. He emphasized the importance of perseverance, because you never know what you might accomplish if you keep trying.

Joey and Samantha shared the happy news of her pregnancy at the Dancing With the Stars party, but they weren’t the only famous faces there. Keep reading to find out who else showed up!

All six of the original professional dancers from the first season—including Alec Mazo—were back to celebrate the show’s anniversary. They even kicked off the episode with a performance demonstrating they haven’t lost their dancing skills.

Jordan Chiles, the Olympic speed skater who previously competed on seasons 4 and 15, teamed up with a partner for a relay dance competition against Elaine Hendrix and Rashad, the winner of season 24 of a different show.

For the relay dance, Xochitl, the winner of Season 32, teamed up with Robert Irwin, while Alix Earle and Joey, the winner of Season 33, danced together.

Rumer, the winner of season 20, teamed up with Dylan Eforn for a relay dance competition against Andy Richter and Kaitlyn, who won season 29.

The reality TV star from The Real Housewives of Atlanta was back on Dancing with the Stars, having previously competed on season 30 with Brandon Armstrong.

The Disney Channel star, also partnered with Brandon, returned after placing 3rd in season 33. 

The season 31, season 33 and season 6 alums struck a pose together on the event’s red carpet. 

The Bachelor alum was there in support of her fiancé Joey as he hit the stage with Alix. 

The actress, known for her role in The Cheetah Girls, returned to Dancing with the Stars after 18 years. She first competed on season 5 and later appeared on the 15th all-stars season.

The returning champion beamed as she stepped back onto the dance floor, having won the competition in season six.

The Bachelorette alum—and season 32 contestant—was a vision in gold on the red carpet.

The former pro—who last competed during season 30—returned to the ballroom. 

Oh my gosh, seeing him back was EVERYTHING! He was just beaming, honestly. After killing it in season 33 and getting all the way to fourth place with Rylee Arnold, it’s like he never left! I was seriously so happy to see that smile again.

The science guy returned to the ballroom 12 years after he became the dancing guy during season 17. 

The Bachelorette alum, who placed 7th alongside partner Sasha Farber during season 33, struck a pose. 

The Selling Sunset star returned after finishing in 8th during season 29 with partner Gleb Savchenko. 

The host of Love Island USA debuted a new, darker hair color after finishing in third place with Pasha Pashkov on season 32.

The season 34 contestant, who was eliminated alongside Rylee, struck a pose with the former pro. 

The 4th place finisher from season 30 returned to cheer on her former pro partner Alan Bersten. 

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2025-11-13 00:17