John Mulaney and Olivia Munn Welcome a Little Miracle
US comedian John Mulaney and actress Olivia Munn have joyfully announced the arrival of their second child, a precious daughter they’ve charmingly named Méi June Mulaney. Now, if that isn’t a name that would make even the most seasoned socialite raise an eyebrow, I don’t know what is! Munn took to Instagram on a lazy Sunday (or was it a manic Monday pretending to be a Sunday?) to share the news, disclosing that their little bundle of joy made her grand entrance into the world via a surrogate on Thursday. A modern fairytale, if you will!
In the sweetest tone possible, Munn poured out her heart in the post, “I had so many profound emotions about not being able to carry my daughter.” You see, dear reader, it's a whirlwind of feelings she’s grappling with here—grace, gratitude, and perhaps a dash of disbelief that motherhood can morph into so many different flavors. There we were, scrolling through Instagram, and suddenly we’re witnessing a genuine moment of vulnerability from her, accompanied by a photo that captures a new mom, a proud dad, and the tiniest love nugget, all nestled together on a hospital bed. It’s the kind of picture that makes you say, “Oh, look at that—real life in all its messy glory!”
Munn continued, “When I first met our gestational surrogate, we spoke mother to mother. She showed me so much grace and understanding; I knew I had found a real-life angel.” A sentiment as poetic as it is genuine! Seriously, how often do we get to hear about such grace amidst the chaos of parenthood? And let’s take a moment to appreciate the word “grace”—it fits here like a well-crafted punchline that lingers in the air a moment too long, making us chuckle and sigh all at once. Words might fail to convey her gratitude, yet one can't help but feel a swell of warmth at her appreciation for the miracle of life forged through sacrifice and love.
Ah, the cherry on top—or should I say, the plum? Munn disclosed the meaning behind their daughter’s name: “Méi (pronounced ‘May’) means plum in Chinese.” Typically, naming your child is an exercise in creativity—like painting with brushes made of cloud fluff! But to opt for such a flavorful cultural nod? It’s a delightful twist, elevating a name from mere identification to an experience, possibly even a picnic under the sun! Mulaney, at age 42, and Munn, at 44, are truly cooking up quite the fairy tale kitchen here, especially since they already share a rambunctious two-year-old son.
And let’s not forget the backdrop to this blossoming narrative. Earlier this year, Munn bravely revealed her battle with breast cancer, eventually undergoing a double mastectomy. You know what they say, it takes a village—or in this case, a supportive husband who claims, “It would have felt like climbing an iceberg without him.” Quite the visual metaphor, isn’t it? A staging of love and courage amid life’s stormy seas, exemplifying that sometimes, love is the lifeboat that keeps us afloat.
The tender couple began their romantic journey in 2021, welcoming their son, Malcolm, that very November—an autumn born with laughter and love! Now, here they are again, navigating parenthood and unveiling the exquisite layers of life with every little heartbeat. With Méi June gracing their lives, there’s no telling what hilarious tales and beautiful moments lie ahead. Buckle up, folks, because the Mulaney-Munn family saga is just getting started!