The Short Version
- Ed Westwick is becoming a father for the first time and shares that he is nervous but excited about fatherhood.
- He has chosen to keep the baby’s gender a secret.
- Together with his band “For You,” he is in Norway for a mini-tour, with concerts in Oslo, Trondheim, and Bergen.
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A couple of weeks ago, “Gossip Girl” star Ed Westwick shared the news that he and British actress and model Amy Jackson (32) are expecting their first child together.
The 37-year-old, who is recognized by many as “Chuck Bass” from the TV hit, is currently in Norway for some performances with his newly formed band “For You.”
VG meets Westwick and his bandmates in a studio on the east side of Oslo. They have squeezed in a few minutes between the final preparations before the mini-tour in Norway.
Do You Know the Gender?
The “Gossip Girl” star shares that he and his wife had a feeling that something was happening.
“So we took a test, which is what you do,” he says, laughing softly.
“I couldn’t stop smiling. I had the biggest smile. We just laughed, smiled, and cried a little. It was beautiful.”
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View this post on Instagram<div style='background-color: #F4F4FSpouse Jackson has a son from a previous relationship, while Westwick is debuting in the role of a parent.
He emphasizes that he is not a young 20-year-old man anymore
“It feels like a good time. I’m looking forward to expanding the family.”
The 37-year-old adds that he is already a stepfather and uncle, thus he is not completely unfamiliar with the father role.
“I’m nervous, but more excited. This will, of course, change me. I don’t know exactly how, but I’m open to it.”
“We know what we’re having. So it will be a surprise for everyone else,” he says with a sly smile.
The couple got married in August after Westwick proposed to Jackson on a suspension bridge in the Alps – wearing ski boots.
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Westwick decided a couple of years ago to give his musician dreams a real chance.
What started as a party in Hollywood with new acquaintances eventually developed into a band with big ambitions.
Already next year, the band has plans to play concerts in various European countries, including England, France, and Italy.
At the moment, however, they have their feet firmly planted on Norwegian soil, hoping to satisfy their Norwegian fans.
“Norway is our base, since our ‘super-producer’ Hans Kristian Nordin is from here and has a studio at his place,” Westwick explains.
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On Saturday, the band played a concert in Oslo, followed by one in Trondheim on Monday. Now, it’s Bergen’s turn.
Westwick reveals that a special person is present during the mini-tour in Norway, namely the newlywed Jackson.
– Nice to see you happy, buddy
Although Westwick may have to prioritize a bit differently in the times ahead, he has no intention of giving up or shelving his fresh music career.
The bandmates are also quite handy in the reportedly hectic period ahead, with a little infant in the house.
“Now I have four babysitters here, so it’s pretty good,” he says slyly before adding:
“That way, the child will have many homes to visit and stay for free when they’re older.”
Bandmates sit right next to Westwick, smiling broadly as VG talks to the TV star.
“It’s nice to see you happy, buddy,” bandmate Michael Mathern chimes in.
“We might also get some background singers on stage in about ten years, right Ed?” asks another band member, Frank Giampietro, looking over at Westwick.
– As far as I can sing
Although Westwick is known for a character who is somewhat proud and arrogant, he shows nothing but humility towards his band.
“I have a lot of respect for the talents I’m around. I’m not a musician, as in I don’t play any instruments. I can hardly sing. But these guys are extremely talented,” Westwick says.
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He adds that bandmates have studied music and that they are, in a sense, dedicating their lives to this.
“I’m very lucky to work with such talented people. I have a lot of respect for that,” he repeats.
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