Peter Doocy and Hillary Vaughn Welcome Their First Child—Fans React with Emotion Over Heartwarming News
Fox News personalities Peter Doocy and Hillary Vaughn are officially parents, and fans across the country are celebrating with them. The beloved couple has welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Bridget Blake Doocy, and the emotional reactions from viewers have been nothing short of tearful joy.
Born on Wednesday, February 1st in Northern Virginia, baby Bridget weighed in at 8 lbs., 1 oz. and measured 21 inches long. This marks a monumental milestone for Vaughn, 32, a Fox Business reporter, and Doocy, 35, the well-known White House correspondent for Fox News.
From Breaking News to Bottle Time: The Couple Embraces Parenthood
Speaking with PEOPLE magazine, Hillary Vaughn shared her excitement and humor about entering motherhood. “I didn’t realize this until now, but I’ve been training for motherhood my entire career by trying to get lawmakers on Capitol Hill to respond to my questions,” she said with a laugh. “This job isn’t much different. Baby Bridget—can you give us a comment? Are you hungry or gassy, or both?”
In true reporter fashion, Hillary was in full work mode when the big moment arrived. She revealed that her water broke as she was making her way to Capitol Hill. Thankfully, she felt fully prepared, even joking that she had scouted out all the offices belonging to senators who used to be doctors—just in case she needed a last-minute delivery assistant.
“Best Assignment I’ve Ever Had”: The Joy of Becoming a Parent
Reflecting on the life-changing experience, Hillary beamed with pride: “I’ve only been a mom for one week, but it’s already the best assignment I’ve ever had. She’s completely stolen the show.”
Her husband Peter Doocy, known for his tough and witty exchanges during press briefings, brought his signature humor into the family’s big reveal. He shared that ahead of Bridget’s arrival, he had joked with White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre about naming the baby after her—or even the president. “We joked we were considering ‘Joe-sephine,’” he laughed, “but we can report here for the first time: her name is Bridget Blake Doocy.”
The First Glimpse: A Newborn in Pink and a Family Overjoyed
Photos shared with PEOPLE captured the heartwarming moment, with baby Bridget dressed in an embroidered pink onesie and matching bow. The images show the couple glowing with pride and love for their newborn daughter. Fans immediately took to social media to express their congratulations and admiration, many touched by the authenticity and joy in the couple’s journey to parenthood.
Adding to the excitement, Peter’s father, Fox & Friends host Steve Doocy, is now a proud grandfather. In his own emotional tribute, Steve joked about the stages of life, quoting a line he once included in his book on fatherhood: “There are three stages of a man’s life: he believes in Santa Claus, he doesn’t believe in Santa Claus, and he is Santa Claus.”
Grandfather Steve Doocy’s Delight: “We’re Standing By to Spoil the Grandkids Rotten”
Steve shared a few humorous memories of Peter’s birth at George Washington Hospital and reflected on how quickly time flies. “My wife was having killer contractions and asked when we should start a college fund. I said, ‘Why bother?’ and asked for the PEOPLE magazine crossword,” he recalled with a laugh. “And now PEOPLE magazine is announcing Peter’s baby. How full circle is that?”
He ended with a heartwarming pledge: “Our grandkid wants Dairy Queen for dinner—again? Let’s go! Watching our children become good parents is absolutely heartwarming. Kathy and I are standing by to spoil the grandkids rotten. We promise we’ll never run out of hugs or candy.”
A Name with Meaning: St. Brigid’s Day Surprise
In a poetic twist of fate, baby Bridget was born on February 1st—St. Brigid’s Day. According to Irish tradition, St. Brigid is the patron saint of newborns. “What are the odds?” Steve remarked. “Legend says she could even turn water into beer. Let’s hope Bridget waits until she’s at least 21 to try that one!”
From Capitol Hill to Cradle: A New Chapter Begins
As Peter Doocy and Hillary Vaughn begin this exciting new chapter, fans and colleagues alike are celebrating the couple’s growing family. With laughter, love, and lighthearted commentary, this Fox News duo is showing the world that even in the fast-paced world of journalism, there’s nothing more rewarding than welcoming a child into the world.
Baby Bridget has arrived—and with her, a wave of joy, laughter, and plenty of headlines.