Preparing for a Son
Ukrainian actors Valentyn Tomusiak and Kateryna Tyshkevych are expecting their first child. The couple recently held a gender reveal party where they learned the baby’s sex. It turns out they are having a boy, whom they plan to name Danelyk (Danya, Daniel). Interestingly, 75% of their followers had predicted the baby would be a girl.
Tomusiak and Tyshkevych have been together since 2015 and officially married in 2019. They announced the pregnancy in June 2024, when Kateryna was already five months along. Their child is due in the fall of 2024.
Gender Reveal and Ukrainian Traditions
Discussing the gender reveal, Kateryna shared:
“A poll among our followers showed that 75% were certain we were having a girl. Honestly, we also always imagined ourselves as parents of a daughter. So it’s all the more exciting that this fall, a son will enter our lives.”
She added:
“Danelyk. Danya. Daniel. You’ve already managed to surprise both your parents and our audience. We can’t wait to meet you, our little cutie.”
For the event, the couple embraced Ukrainian style: the actress wore a long embroidered dress, while her husband donned an embroidered shirt and white shorts. The celebration venue was decorated with flowers, and the party featured:
- a cake
- vegan sweets
- a special stand for guest predictions
“We turned a super modest backyard into a real Instagram fairy tale,” Kateryna Tyshkevych said.
This news about the actor couple highlights not only the joy of parenthood but also the role of social connections in modern life. Gender reveal parties are becoming a popular way for families to share important milestones with friends and followers. The choice of traditional Ukrainian attire also reflects a desire to preserve cultural identity within new family traditions.
As the excitement around parenthood continues to grow for Valentyn Tomusiak and Kateryna Tyshkevych, it's worth noting that they are not alone in this journey. Another talented actress, Klaudia Drozd is also expecting her first child, highlighting a beautiful trend among Ukrainian celebrities embracing family life. These moments of joy not only reflect personal milestones but also serve to connect fans with the stars they admire.