Keke Palmer Announces Pregnancy During ‘SNL’ Appearance

Oh baby! Keke Palmer is going to be a mom.

The 29-year-old actress announced she is expecting her first child with boyfriend Darius Jackson on “Saturday Night Live.”

“There’s some rumors going around. People have been in my comments saying ‘Keke’s having a baby, Keke’s pregnant,’ and I want to set the record straight — I am,” the actress said as she opened her blazer to reveal her baby bump.

 

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As the crowd cheered, the “Hustlers” star continued, “You know, I gotta say though. It is bad when people on the internet spread rumors about you y’all, but it’s even worse when they’re correct.”

“But honestly this has been the biggest blessing, and I am so excited guys — I’m gonna be a mom!”

Pregnancy rumors started swirling in November when the “Nope” star seemingly tried to hide her bump under an extravagant Carolina Herrera ballgown at the CFDA awards.

Palmer, who has typically stayed mum about her dating life, and Jackson began dating in the summer of 2021.

The father to be, also known as Darius Daulton, took to social media following the TV announcement with a sweet tribute.

“2023 ❤️,” he captioned a snap of Palmer showing off her baby bump in a brown sweater dress.

Palmer also reflected on hosting the sketch comedy show and revealing her pregnancy on Instagram.

“I had such an amazing time hosting SNL! Truly such a unique experience, I learned so much. The cast was incredible, I was so happy to be taken into their home for such a short time,” she captioned a series of snaps from the episode.

She continued the lengthy post, “This year has taken me for a ride! And how cool, my baby and I are already doing it all together. Thank you God! Thank you to my amazing parents and family who continuously support me.”