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Penn Badgley Reveals Miscarriage Struggles in New Book

11/18/2025

Summary

Story summary

Two miscarriages nearly led Penn Badgley and Domino Kirke to separation.
They felt isolated in a culture that overlooks miscarriage.
Penn Badgley discusses these experiences in his book "Crushmore: Essays on Love, Loss, and Coming-of-Age."
The couple welcomed their first son in August 2020 and twin boys in September 2025.
Badgley now expresses gratitude for overcoming their struggles and feels overwhelmed with joy as a father.

History

Historical Context

The Miscarriage Awareness Movement emerged in 1988, advocating for recognition of pregnancy loss, with organizations like Resolve and the American Pregnancy Association noting that 10-20% of known pregnancies end in miscarriage. This cultural shift has fostered open discussions about the emotional toll of miscarriage, promoting healing and understanding for families navigating similar experiences, and highlighting ongoing reproductive health disparities in the U.S.

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Story summary

Two miscarriages nearly led Penn Badgley and Domino Kirke to separation.
They felt isolated in a culture that overlooks miscarriage.
Penn Badgley discusses these experiences in his book "Crushmore: Essays on Love, Loss, and Coming-of-Age."
The couple welcomed their first son in August 2020 and twin boys in September 2025.
Badgley now expresses gratitude for overcoming their struggles and feels overwhelmed with joy as a father.

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