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Wunmi Mosaku Reveals Her Pregnancy at the Golden Globes
At the 2026 Golden Globe Awards, actress Wunmi Mosaku openly announced her second pregnancy. The moment became memorable because of the way she chose to share the news at one of the film’s biggest nights.
Mosaku arrived at the ceremony celebrating her film Sinners, which received seven nominations. She wore a yellow gown by Matthew Reisman Collection, similar to Mihlali Ndamase Chartereuse gown. The vibrant colour reflected the Yoruba phrase “Iya ni Wúrà,” meaning “mother is golden,” in her culture.
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Mosaku shared her pregnancy news through her red-carpet appearance and a personal essay published in Vogue. In that piece, she explained that in her culture, pregnancy announcements are traditionally kept private.
Mosaku acknowledged that speculatio about her appearance had already begun during awards season, with people questioning changes in her figure. To address this, she chose the Golden Globes as the moment to stop hiding her bump and “enjoy and embrace the moment. Her decision shows a desire to be real.
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Mosaku spoke publicly about broader issues surrounding pregnancy and maternal health, especially for Black women. In her essay, she highlighted the emotional complexity that often accompanies pregnancy for Black mothers. She wrote that peace often comes only after medical reassurance.
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Mosaku, who welcomed her first child less than a year ago, also spoke frankly about the challenges of pregnancy. She shared that being visibly pregnant on the red carpet was a huge relief, allowing her the move freely without concealment.
Mosaku is launching a new clothing line called Iyadé, meaning “mother has arrived” in Yoruba. It is inspired by her own experiences and aims to honour the changing bodies of mothers.
Mosaku’s pregnancy reveal at the Golden Globes was how she wants to show understanding toward motherhood. It brought attention to her success. It also reflects real‑world experiences of Black women.