Full Breakdown
Alex Cooper Announces Pregnancy, Expecting First Child with Husband Matt Kaplan
5/17/2026, 10:04:24 PM
Pregnancy Announcement: A New Chapter Begins
On May 17 2026 the “Call Her Daddy” host shared a series of Instagram photos showing her baby bump, captioning the post “Our family ?.” In an accompanying Instagram Story she added, “Honestly happy I can finally stop trying to hide the bump lol.” The announcement confirmed that Cooper, 31, and her husband, film producer Matt Kaplan, 42, are expecting their first child together.
Relationship History and Professional Background
Cooper and Kaplan first connected via a Zoom call in July 2020; she later referred to him on her podcast as “Mr. Sexy Zoom Man.” The couple announced their engagement in 2023 and married on April 6 2024 in an intimate destination ceremony in Riviera Maya, Mexico. Cooper is the creator and host of the “Call Her Daddy” podcast, which launched in 2018, moved to Spotify in 2021, and was ranked Spotify’s fourth-most-popular podcast in 2025. She founded the Unwell Network, a media company that includes a podcast network and agency and employs roughly 100 staff members. Kaplan is a Hollywood producer known for the “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” franchise, “Before I Fall,” and other teen-focused projects; he also founded ACE Entertainment.
Profiles: Alex Cooper and Matt Kaplan
- Alex Cooper – 31-year-old podcaster, media entrepreneur, and host of “Call Her Daddy.” She has expanded her brand through deals with SiriusXM (2024) and multiple Unwell Network productions slated for spring 2027.
- Matt Kaplan – 42-year-old film and television producer. In addition to his production credits, he co-runs Unwell Network with Cooper.
Timeline of Key Milestones
- July 2020 – First Zoom meeting.
- 2023 – Engagement announced.
- April 6 2024 – Wedding in Riviera Maya, Mexico.
- 2025 – “Call Her Daddy” ranks fourth on Spotify’s most-listened podcasts.
- May 13 2026 – Couple appears together at YouTube Brandcast/Upfront, unveiling new Unwell shows.
- May 17 2026 – Pregnancy announcement on Instagram.
Data & Statistics
- Cooper’s age: 31; Kaplan’s age: 42.
- Unwell Network staff: ~100 employees (as of March 2026).
- “Call Her Daddy” ranking: 4th most popular Spotify podcast in 2025.
Significance and Potential Impact
The pregnancy marks a personal milestone for a media figure whose brand is built on candid storytelling. Fans anticipate that Cooper may integrate her experiences of pregnancy and impending motherhood into future podcast episodes, potentially influencing the show’s content direction. The announcement also arrives amid heightened public attention on the couple’s professional ventures, including Unwell Network’s upcoming programming slate.
Official Statements & Responses
Cooper has publicly described Kaplan as “my biggest supporter” and praised his role in planning their wedding. In a Vogue interview she said, “It was everything we wanted it to be… emotional, heartfelt, and we tailored it to exactly how we always envisioned it.” Kaplan echoed the relaxed wedding vision, stating, “We weren’t looking to have a formal wedding; we wanted it to feel relaxed and authentic to us.” The couple has not responded to Bloomberg’s report alleging that Kaplan “frequently yells at staff” at Unwell Network, nor to rumors of marital tension.
Criticism & Opposition
Bloomberg’s May 2026 report alleged that Kaplan regularly berated Unwell Network employees. Earlier that month, a Daily Mail source claimed the couple were not sharing a bedroom, suggesting marital strain. Both claims have been denied by sources close to the pair, who describe the rumors as false.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
- Marital tension: Rumors of a strained relationship contrast with insider statements denying any issues.
- Workplace conduct: Bloomberg’s allegations of staff mistreatment have not been addressed by Kaplan or Cooper.
- Pregnancy details: The couple has not disclosed the expected due date, gender, or baby name considerations.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Our family ?.” — Alex Cooper, Instagram caption (May 17 2026)
- “It was everything we wanted it to be. It was emotional, heartfelt, and we tailored it to exactly how we always envisioned it.” — Alex Cooper, Vogue interview (2024)
- “Matt has always been my biggest supporter,” — Alex Cooper, interview (2026)
- “We weren’t looking to have a formal wedding,” — Matt Kaplan, Vogue interview (2024)
- “honestly happy I can finally stop trying to hide the bump lol.” — Alex Cooper, Instagram Story (May 17 2026)
- “Kaplan was supportive of this, she noted, telling her that "when it is the right time, it will be the right time.” — Matt Kaplan, quoted by Cooper (2025 podcast episode)
What’s Next
Cooper and Kaplan are expected to continue promoting Unwell Network’s upcoming 2027 slate while preparing for parenthood. No public timeline for a baby announcement or related podcast content has been provided.
