Amy Jackson and Ed Westwick have become parents to a baby boy, marking a new chapter in their lives. The couple announced the arrival of their son, Oscar Alexander Westwick, with a heartfelt post on social media. Their announcement was accompanied by a series of intimate black-and-white photos that captured their first moments as a family of three.
One of the pictures shows Amy cradling her new-born, wrapped in a blanket with his name embroidered on it. Another snapshot captures Ed placing his hand gently over Amy’s as they hold their baby together. In another cute image, Amy kisses Oscar’s tiny forehead. The post was simply captioned, “Welcome to the world, baby boy. Oscar Alexander Westwick.”
Amy and Ed’s love story began in 2021 when they first met at the Silverstone racetrack in the UK. They made their relationship public on Instagram the following year. After a dreamy engagement in London in early 2024, they tied the knot in an elegant ceremony in Italy last August. Their wedding, held in a 16th-century castle on the Amalfi Coast, was nothing short of a fairytale. Guests included close friends and celebrities, with Amy stunning in an Alberta Ferretti gown and Ed looking dapper in an Armani tuxedo.
This is Amy’s second child. She has a five-year-old son, Andreas, from her previous relationship with hotelier George Panayiotou. However, Oscar is her first child with Ed Westwick, best known for his role in the hit TV series ‘Gossip Girl.’
Ed Westwick and Amy Jackson celebrate their growing family with the birth of their first child togetherGetty Images
The couple first revealed their pregnancy last November with a stunning photoshoot. Amy, dressed in a flowing white gown, posed alongside Ed, who kept it classic in a white T-shirt and black trousers. The announcement was simple and adorable with the caption reading, “Mum & Dad.”
The couple shares a heart-warming moment with their new-born, announcing his arrival to the worldGetty Images
On the professional front, Amy, who made her debut with the Tamil film ‘Madrasapattinam,’ was last seen in ‘Crakk’ alongside Vidyut Jammwal and Arjun Rampal. Ed, who became a household name with ‘Gossip Girl,’ recently appeared in the British crime thriller ‘DarkGame.’
Fans and friends have flooded the couple’s social media with congratulatory messages, celebrating the arrival of baby Oscar.
Rahul’s casual dismissal of that controversy has added fuel to the fire
Rahul Bhatt sparks controversy over 'insensitive' remarks about sisters Alia and Pooja Bhatt
Rahul Bhatt, fitness trainer and son of veteran filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt, has found himself at the centre of a social media storm following controversial remarks about his half-sister, Alia Bhatt. In a recent interview, Rahul drew comparisons between Alia and their older sister Pooja Bhatt, calling the latter more talented, attractive, and principled.
The comments, which many have labelled inappropriate and insensitive, have sparked widespread criticism online. During the interview, Rahul stated, “In my opinion, she (Alia) is not even half of what my real sister Pooja is. Not in talent, not in looks, not in terms of being sexy. In front of my sister, she is ‘paani kam chai’ (watery tea). Amongst the siblings, the most talented and the most moralistic is Pooja.”
Social media users reacted strongly, questioning why Rahul would compare his sisters in such personal terms. Several users were particularly disturbed by his reference to their appearance and sex appeal, pointing out that such comparisons within a family cross boundaries of propriety. One comment read, “This is disturbing. Why talk about your sisters like that? It’s not just weird, it’s wrong.” Another post said, “There’s nothing respectful about comparing your siblings’ attractiveness in public.”
The backlash also reignited conversation around a decades-old controversy involving Mahesh Bhatt and Pooja Bhatt. Rahul was asked about the infamous 1990s magazine cover where the father-daughter duo shared a kiss, which had stirred public outrage at the time. Dismissing the criticism, Rahul said, “It doesn’t make any difference. It’s like water off a duck’s back. We know the truth, and we’ve seen everything since childhood.”
Rahul’s casual dismissal of that controversy has added fuel to the fire, with critics saying it reflects a broader issue of the Bhatt family being insensitive to public perception and boundaries. Many users questioned the need for bringing up old incidents in a bid to defend new and equally questionable statements.
As of now, neither Alia Bhatt nor Pooja Bhatt has issued any public response to Rahul’s remarks. Both actors, known for their significant contributions to Indian cinema, have typically kept family matters private despite living in the public eye.
This episode has also sparked debate over the role of public figures in maintaining respect when discussing family matters in the media. Observers say such comments, especially when involving women’s appearance and personal qualities, reinforce problematic attitudes and fuel unnecessary controversies.
While Rahul Bhatt is not as prominent in the entertainment industry as his father or sisters, his comments have made headlines and placed the Bhatt family in the spotlight for reasons beyond their creative work. For many, this serves as a reminder that public platforms come with responsibility, and that family ties should not be trivialised or dissected for attention or comparison.
The backlash is unlikely to subside soon, especially as fans and followers of Alia and Pooja continue to express disappointment over the way the situation has unfolded. Whether or not Rahul chooses to clarify or apologise remains to be seen.