Alicia Vikander and Michael Fassbender have joyfully announced the arrival of their second child. In a recent interview with Elle UK, Vikander, 35, shared the news that she and Fassbender, 47, welcomed their new addition quietly, continuing their trend of keeping personal milestones private.
Vikander opened up about her experience during this pregnancy, describing it as more challenging than her first. She emphasized that every woman’s journey is unique, stating, “All women have such different experiences, and going through it a second time was definitely harder for me.” Despite the difficulties, she noted that her training helped her cope with the physical demands of pregnancy, likening it to a marathon. “It does help if you’re strong going into it. It’s so physically demanding, and I have so much admiration for any woman who has done it,” she said.
The Oscar-winning actress, known for her roles in films like “Ex Machina” and “Tomb Raider,” reflected on her past experiences portraying childbirth on screen. Vikander humorously recalled giving birth four times in various roles before experiencing it herself. “Your job is to pretend as an actor, but every time I had to give birth, I said to every woman on set, ‘I’m sorry.’ I felt like such an imposter,” she admitted.
While Vikander did not disclose specific details about the birth, such as the date or the child’s name and sex, she did mention that she had given birth before filming her upcoming thriller, “Hope.” Her co-star, Taylor Russell, praised Vikander for her dedication and stamina, noting how impressed she was that Vikander managed to show up for filming shortly after such an intense experience.
The couple, who first met while filming “The Light Between Oceans” in 2016, have maintained a relatively private relationship. They welcomed their first child, a son, in 2021, and have chosen to keep details about their family life largely under wraps. Vikander previously shared that she and Fassbender coordinate their work schedules to ensure one of them is always available for their child.
In a candid conversation with Harper’s Bazaar UK in 2022, Vikander discussed her journey to motherhood, revealing that she had faced fertility struggles and experienced a painful miscarriage. “I tried to get pregnant for a while,” she said, reflecting on the emotional toll it took on her. The experience deepened her desire to become a mother, and she expressed how the birth of her first child transformed her perspective on life.
Vikander and Fassbender tied the knot in 2017 in a private ceremony in Ibiza. Vikander has often spoken about the happiness she finds in her marriage, stating, “I feel I’m more happy and content than I’ve ever been.” The couple has chosen to keep their family life private, focusing on their roles as parents while balancing their successful acting careers.
In her interview, Vikander emphasized the importance of living in the moment and cherishing each milestone with her children. She expressed a newfound understanding of life that comes with motherhood, saying, “I now have a whole new understanding of life in general. That’s pretty beautiful and obviously will give a lot to any of my work in the future.”
As they embark on this new chapter as a family of four, Vikander and Fassbender continue to navigate the challenges and joys of parenthood together, demonstrating their commitment to each other and their children.
Source: Elle UK, People, Harper’s Bazaar UK
