Marc Anthony “Enjoying Every Second” While Preparing for Baby No. 8

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Marc Anthony is finding a new rhythm in his career.

While preparing for his new Las Vegas show, “Vegas…My Way!” starting February 13th at the Fontainebleau, Marc Anthony is also expecting his eighth child – his second with wife Nadia Ferreira.

“It’s all fresh and new, which is great,” Marc told TopMob News. “I’m really savoring this experience and every moment of it.”

The 57-year-old added, “I’m extremely fortunate.”

And should schedules allow, any one of his children might join him in Vegas.   

Marc believes anything can happen. He already has some options available and thinks the final decision will depend on what happens during summer school and break.

The Grammy-winning artist has eight children: Arianna, 31, and Chase, 28, with Debbie Rosado; Cristian, 24, and Ryan, 22, with his first wife, Dayanara Torres; twins Emme and Max, 17, with Jennifer Lopez; and a son named Marco, 2, with Nadia.

Now that his career is established, does the singer wonder if any of his children want to become musicians like him?

“It’s gonna come down to what they wanna do,” he explained. “But are they capable? Yes.”

His children will be inspired to see their dad perform in his unique Las Vegas show—a residency unlike anything he’s done before, as Marc explains.

I’ve been performing for what feels like a lifetime, but honestly, playing the Fontainebleau is special. I’m so excited to be creating an entirely new show there, featuring all my biggest hits – all the number one songs, really. It’s going to be incredible!

The show will feature several songs Marc hasn’t had the chance to perform live until now, including duets, ballads, and tracks in both English and Spanish. As Marc puts it, “Vegas…My Way!” offers “a little bit of everything for everyone.”

Luckily, Marc has gotten advice from people who’ve done residencies in Las Vegas, like magician Criss Angel. They all told him the same thing: take it easy and don’t overdo it.

Marc advised enjoying the experience, but also warned it could be demanding, so he suggested taking it easy and savoring each night.

He added, “Just move past it and focus on what’s next – you’ll finish your residency before you realize it.”

For a deep dive into Marc’s expanding family, keep reading.

—Reporting by Rachel Smith

Marc Anthony and Debbie Rosado had their first child, a daughter named Arianna, on June 29, 1994.

Marc and Debbie, who was a police officer at the time, separated in 1996. Although he remained involved in his children’s lives, he later wished he’d been able to spend more time with them.

He shared in 2019 with People en Español that he’s grateful his children have always understood his job doesn’t follow a typical schedule and often requires him to travel. He explained that they prioritize making the most of the time they do have together, cherishing those moments as special family time.

Marc and Debbie’s son Chase was born in 1995. 

He leads a mostly private life, but has used social media to show support for his family.

Following his divorce from Jennifer Lopez, Marc Anthony quickly married Shannon De Lima in 2014. Chase, his son, shared on Twitter, according to Hola!, “My dad is happy, I’m happy. Love you dad.” He also made it clear that his love for Jennifer Lopez would always remain, tweeting, “I still LOVE my stepmom @JLo forever – she’ll always be my stepmom!”

Marc and Shannon divorced in 2017 after separating in 2016, but Shannon remained close to her former stepdaughter, Arianna, and her brother, Chase. In 2017, she publicly wished Arianna a happy birthday, expressing her love and missing her dearly.

Marc married Miss Universe 1993 winner Dayanara Torres on May 9, 2000, in Las Vegas.

The first of their two kids, son Cristian, was born Feb. 5, 2001.

The artist, Cris Muniz Torres, graduated from Parsons School of Design in 2023. Her father, Marc, shared his pride on Instagram, writing, “I love my kids to the moon and back, and today we’re celebrating you!”

Cristian and his girlfriend, Kylie Jane Marco, celebrated their seven-year anniversary on January 26, 2026. Kylie shared a sweet video of Cristian walking their dog on the beach, writing a heartfelt message about her love for him and how quickly time has passed.

After briefly separating in 2002, Marc and Dayanara welcomed son Ryan on Aug. 16, 2003.

Despite hoping to stay together, they eventually split up the next year. Marc quickly remarried, tying the knot with Jennifer Lopez in 2004. Dayanara, however, later shared that she didn’t want any lasting animosity with the father of her children.

In her 2009 book, Married to Me: How Committing to Myself Led to Triumph After Divorce, she explained that her sons have pictures of their father in their rooms. She emphasized that he is still very much alive, despite their divorce, and remains a loving father to them. She made a point of creating a positive environment at home, ensuring no one spoke negatively about him, especially when the children were with him. She understood many people experience similar or even more difficult situations after divorce, and that anger can lead to regrettable actions. Her goal in writing the book was to share how she navigated this, always prioritizing the well-being of her children.

I remember so well when Ryan graduated from middle school back in 2017! It was such a family affair – his mom, dad, and even J.Lo were there to cheer him on. Of course, his half-siblings, Max and Emme, were right there with them, making it a really special day.

In May 2023, Cristian publicly shared a heartfelt video montage for his brother, featuring nostalgic childhood moments—especially their mutual passion for Star Wars. He captioned it with a sweet message, “Love you Ry Ry!”

Shortly after his divorce was finalized and around the same time Jennifer Lopez ended her engagement to Ben Affleck, Marc Anthony married Jennifer Lopez on June 5, 2004.

I’ve been following Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony since their twins, Emme and Max, were born on February 22nd, 2008. It was tough to see them separate in 2011, and their divorce took a few years to finalize in 2014. But I always admired how they managed to stay friendly and work together to raise their kids, even after everything.

In 2019, Jennifer Lopez wished her ex, Alex Rodriguez, a Happy Father’s Day, writing, “Emme and Max love you so much!” She also playfully thanked him for their two children, calling them her “beautiful coconuts,” and added, “Feliz Día Del Padre!”

Emme has proven to be a natural performer, appearing on stage with Jennifer Lopez during both the iconic 2020 Super Bowl Halftime Show with Shakira and in other concerts.

As a lifestyle expert, I often get asked about supporting kids’ dreams, and let me tell you, both Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony are doing it right with their daughter, Emme. They’re fully on board with her exploring a singing career, but with one important condition: it has to be something she truly loves. It’s about letting her follow her heart, and that’s a beautiful thing to witness.

Growing up, music was incredibly important to me, and I hope my daughter, Emme, feels the same way,” Marc Anthony shared with Enrique Santos on iHeartRadio in 2019. “If she wants to pursue it, I want her to do it because she genuinely loves it – not because she feels pressured to seek fame, popularity, or validation from others.

Born eleven minutes after his twin sister, Max seems to be following in his parents’ creative footsteps. He played the coroner in the Munchkinland scene of his school’s 2020 production of The Wizard of Oz, and recently made his film debut in his mother’s 2022 movie, Marry Me.

In 2015, Jennifer described her twins as having wonderfully different personalities, comparing them to yin and yang. She explained that they’ve stayed true to themselves since birth, with Emme resembling a younger version of her and Max taking after his father, Marc. While completely opposite, Emme is very focused, sensitive, and quiet, while Max is energetic and hilarious.

She also shared with Extra that her children are very active and enjoy a variety of lessons and activities. They’ve both expressed interest in piano and voice lessons, and currently participate in gymnastics and taekwondo, constantly asking to try new things.

In March 2025, Marc told TopMob News that after everything they’d been through raising their children, the most important lesson was simply to let them be themselves and respect their choices.

Jennifer mentioned to TopMob in December that her children weren’t as interested in her work as they used to be, as they were focusing on their own hobbies and activities.

She explained that they attended her Las Vegas show rehearsal yesterday, and are still here today and tomorrow. She described them as supportive and loving fans who are proud of her.

Marc married Paraguayan beauty queen Nadia Ferreira on Jan. 28, 2023.

Weeks after Valentine’s Day, they announced they were expecting their first child, a son named Marco, who was born on June 12th.

In March 2025, Marc shared with TopMob News how much he was enjoying life with his family and wife. He mentioned his son, Marquito, is a year and a half old and that he’s cherishing this time in his life.

Nadia has generally kept her son out of the public eye, and hasn’t shared pictures of his face on Instagram yet. However, fans got a glimpse of how cute he was when she dressed as Tinker Bell and took him trick-or-treating in October 2025 – he was a sweet little Peter Pan!

Marc and Nadia celebrated their third wedding anniversary with wonderful news: they’re expecting another baby!

As a lifestyle expert, I’m always touched by moments of pure joy, and this one is especially sweet! The expecting parents recently shared the wonderful news – they’re having another baby! They expressed their gratitude, saying life has given them an incredible gift, and how blessed they are. Their first son, Marquito, is thrilled to become a big brother. It’s a beautiful time for their family, and I’m sending them all my best!

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2026-02-13 04:18