A new chapter begins for beloved comedian Chevy Chase as he becomes a grandfather for the first time after Emily Chase, his daughter, joyfully announced the birth of her first child.
- Aug 10, 2024
AceShowbiz - Comedic legend Chevy Chase has taken on a new role - that of a proud grandfather. On Thursday, August 1, his daughter Emily Chase, 35, and her partner Alex Baglieri welcomed their first child, a daughter named Ivy Jay Baglieri. The joyous news, shared on Instagram by Emily, marks Chase's initiation into grandfatherhood at the age of 80, a milestone he has eagerly anticipated.
In an Instagram post showcasing a sweet photograph of Ivy Jay's tiny feet, Emily wrote, "[love] Ivy Jay Baglieri [love] 08.01.2024." The online community warmly responded, with one user commenting, "Welcome Ivy! You have really cool parents. Daughters are the best thing in the world! Soak in every single second." Another user added, "Congratulations! [love] @alex.baglieri @em_chases." Chevy himself responded to the birth announcement with a simple, heartfelt love emojis.
The actor had previously expressed his excitement about becoming a grandfather back in March, when he shared the news of Emily's pregnancy on Instagram. "I can't wait to be a Grandad!" Chase wrote, accompanying a photo of himself along with the then-expectant Emily and Alex. Emily also posted endearing moments from her pregnancy, including one where she and her father humorously touched "pregnant bellies."
Emily is the youngest of Chase's daughters with his wife, Jayni Chase. The couple, having tied the knot in June 1982, also share two other daughters - Cydney, 41, and Caley, 39. The family has always maintained a close-knit bond, with Chase being described as a "super loving and devoted father."
According to Emily, "My dad is the funniest and most generous and loving person I know. He has a huge heart and everything he does is for us, his daughters, and our mom."
Despite Chase's renowned career spanning from iconic roles in "Saturday Night Live" to "Christmas Vacation," and hosting the Oscars, his family remains his greatest priority. Jayni Chase shared in an interview, "Chevy and I have had an amazing 44 years... but it's our three fabulous daughters that matter most to us."
Emily frequently shares family snaps on social media, including tributes to her father, highlighting their deep family ties and celebrating his monumental achievements.
As Chevy Chase steps into this new role of grandfatherhood, his family, fans, and followers couldn't be more thrilled to see this beloved entertainer relish in the joys of welcoming little Ivy Jay Baglieri into the world.
