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Real stories of gay celebrities who became parents through surrogacy
Starting a family is a dream for many LGBT+ people. Today, surrogacy has made that dream come true. In this article, we share three real stories of gay celebrities who chose surrogacy to become parents.
Ricky Martin: a family of four
Singer Ricky Martin took a big step in his personal life in 2008 when he became a father for the first time through surrogacy. That’s how his twins, Matteo and Valentino, came into the world, marking the beginning of a deeply transformative chapter of his life.
Years later, married to Syrian-Swedish artist Jwan Yosef, Ricky decided to expand his family with the arrival of Lucía and Renn, also born through surrogacy. Today, their home is full of love, laughter, and the unique energy children bring.
In several interviews, Ricky shared how moving it was to be a single father and how he honestly answered his children’s questions about their origins. His tender response became famous: ‘You were in my heart. A wonderful woman helped me bring you into this world.’ His story clearly shows that surrogacy can be a loving path to building a family.
Ryan Murphy: love, family and resilience
Ryan Murphy, creator of American Horror Story, and his husband, photographer David Miller, have built a beautiful family with three children born via surrogacy: Logan, Ford, and Griffin.
The road to parenthood wasn’t without its challenges. Their second son, Ford, was diagnosed with a rare form of childhood cancer at just two years old. Thanks to timely treatment and unwavering family support, he overcame the illness, showing remarkable strength.
Despite a busy professional schedule, Ryan has always emphasized that his family comes first. Spending time with his children at the end of the day is, according to him, the most comforting and valuable moment — a true source of energy and joy.
Perez Hilton: a single father by choice
Perez Hilton, the popular American blogger and media personality, made a life-changing decision: to start a family as a single father through surrogacy. That’s how his three children — Mario, Mia Alma, and Mayte Amor — were born. Each were carried by different women, though they all share the same egg donor, creating a special bond amongst them.
Perez had always dreamt of being a dad. He chose to pursue parenthood without waiting for a partner, trusting his own desire and ability to raise his children with love. According to him, taking that step at the right time, brought him not only the joy of having a family, but also a new motivation to grow, take risks, and live with greater purpose — no matter his age.
