When a Photo Makes Headlines

Earlier this August, actress and comedian Tiffany Haddish sparked a flurry of speculation when she posted a seemingly innocuous Instagram photo with her longtime friend Jason Lee, founder of Hollywood Unlocked—and a baby. The caption read: Cats out the bag.” That brief post lit up social media and news feeds alike, prompting immediate questions about whether Haddish had become a mother—secretly.

Fans, media, and even Haddish’s family were confused. Articles popped up asking if she’d welcomed a child—and some of her own relatives thought so too, she later shared.

Clearing the Air—Live

Haddish chose her week as guest host on Jimmy Kimmel Live! (August 19, 2025) to address the swirling rumors head-on. In her signature blend of humor and candor, she opened:

There is a personal matter I feel must be addressed. Two weeks ago, I put something on Instagram that made everyone go a little crazy. … For some reason, people saw this and thought I had a baby. Even my own relatives were asking if I had a secret baby.”

She gestured to Jason Lee, who was seated in the audience, to weigh in. Lee responded with dry amusement, saying:

The whole world has lost their mind over this beautiful baby.”

Haddish then injected another punchline:

We just took a picture with a baby and then that went crazy—so now we got a godbaby.”

Not a Mother (Yet), But Open to Possibility

With the audience—and many at home—still reeling, Haddish laid it plain:

Just to be clear, I did not have a baby. But I’m open to it… wide open to it.”

She even teased the idea of co-parenting with Lee:

Jason, the offer still is on the table if you want to make a real baby together. You know I’m traditional.”

Lee’s deadpan response?

And I’m still gay.”

A Star-Studded “Baby Daddy” Wishlist

Haddish wasn’t done. She launched into a hilarious roll-call of possible future “baby daddies,” ranging from action heroes to sports stars:

Tom Cruise – “No mission is too impossible for me.”

Jason Momoa – “Aquaman can come swim in these waters.”

Brad Pitt – “He can press any of my Benjamin Buttons anytime.”

She also namedPedro Pascal, Giancarlo Stanton, Ken Crosby, and a fictional character—Marcus Winfield from Running Point.To top it off, she invited interested parties (or their connections) to reach out on social media using the hashtag #PastramiMommy.

Behind the Photo: Adoption and Fostering Connections

Though the image sparked wild speculation, the baby in question isn’t Haddish’s. Multiple sources—including Sportskeeda—confirm the child is Jason Lee’s cousin’s grandson, named Major. Lee shared the photo while crediting Haddish for supporting the family—they were simply celebrating an everyday moment.

Importantly, both Haddish and Lee have shared personal experiences related to foster care and adoption, having grown up in the system themselves. Lee noted how the picture and ensuing chatter opened discussion around the importance of adoption.

A Personal Journey Toward Motherhood

This isn’t the first time Haddish has spoken about wanting to become a mother. In 2021, she revealed she was taking parenting classes as she pursued adoption—specifically for a child aged 5 or older so they’d already be somewhat independent

Behind her laughter and jokes, there’s a deeper story. Haddish has been candid about facingeight miscarriages, with the most recent loss occurring in 2023. She also lives withendometriosis, a condition known for causing intense pain and fertility challenges.

That makes her lighthearted remarks about “being open” to motherhood all the more poignant—they reflect a deeply personal longing, tempered by humor and strength.

What It All Means

While the viral photo was a brief moment of confusion, Tiffany Haddish turned it into something more meaningful—a platform for sharing her heartfelt vulnerability, laugh-out-loud humor, and deeper truths.

Clarified the rumor: She is not a mother—yet—but is open to embracing the role in the future.

Used the moment to spotlight adoption, especially relevant given her and Lee’s own foster-care backgrounds.

Shared snippets of her personal struggles, shining light on miscarriages and reproductive health with empathy and candor.

Final Thoughts

Tiffany Haddish’s response to the “baby post” wasn’t just a quick clarification—it was a mini-masterclass in grace under scrutiny. She balanced humor, honesty, and personal depth—a reminder that celebrity moments aren’t always what they seem, and behind even the goofiest Instagram posts can lie real hope, pain, and possibility.