Halle Bailey, the lead actress in the upcoming live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid, has been in a relationship with the rapper and YouTube personality DDG since 2022. The couple has been open about their affection for each other, but they’ve also encountered rumors and controversies. Recently, an interview published in Glamour UK led to viral speculation that Bailey was married to DDG and expecting their first child. However, is there any truth to these rumors? Here’s what we know so far.
The Glamour UK Confusion
On October 18, 2023, Glamour UK named Bailey as the Gen-Z Game-Changer honoree for their Women Of The Year Awards 2023. However, the accompanying cover story allegedly misattributed a quote to Bailey, which actually belonged to another cover star, Leigh-Anne Pinnock from Little Mix. The quote in question read:
“Being a mum, being newly married — there’s the positive side of it, but also the negative. I want to show that, although things might look perfect from the exterior, that’s not always the case.”
This led to speculation that Bailey was confirming her marriage and pregnancy with DDG, causing the news to spread quickly online. However, it appears that Glamour UK made a mistake by placing the quote in the wrong profile. Subsequently, the quote was removed from Bailey’s profile and remains in Pinnock’s profile. Glamour UK has not addressed the error or issued an apology.
The Pregnancy Speculation
This wasn’t the first time that Bailey faced pregnancy rumors. In August 2023, some fans noticed what appeared to be a baby bump in certain photos and videos. However, neither Bailey nor DDG confirmed or denied these speculations. DDG even posted a video on his YouTube channel titled “Halle Bailey is Pregnant… (The Truth)” in which he playfully teased his fans with clickbait and jokes.
Additionally, Bailey’s sister and musical partner, Chloe Bailey, seemed to drop hints about her pregnancy in an Instagram Live session. Chloe expressed excitement about a new chapter in her life, mentioning she would become an aunt soon. However, she did not explicitly mention Halle by name or clarify who was pregnant.
A Look at Their Relationship Timeline
Bailey and DDG have been romantically involved since January 2022 when they were spotted together at Usher’s residency concert in Las Vegas. They made their debut on the red carpet at the BET Awards in June 2022, where Bailey affectionately referred to DDG as her “boo” and supported her sister’s solo performance. They have also attended various events together, including the Variety Power of Young Hollywood Event in August 2022 and the Wearable Art Gala in October 2022.
In November 2022, Bailey revealed in an interview with Essence that she had been a fan of DDG for years and that he was the one who messaged her first on Instagram. She expressed her deep affection for him, highlighting his support for her career. DDG, too, jokingly mentioned in an interview with The Breakfast Club in December 2022 that he was “married” to her and hinted at a possible future proposal.
In Conclusion
So, is Halle Bailey truly married and pregnant? Based on the available evidence, it seems the answer is no. The Glamour UK quote was a mix-up, and the pregnancy rumors remain unconfirmed. However, it’s evident that Bailey and DDG share a loving and happy relationship. While they haven’t announced any immediate plans for marriage or starting a family, they have the time to do so at their own pace. We wish them all the best and look forward to seeing more of their adorable moments in the future.