George W. Bush welcomes grandson named in honor of great-grandfathers
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George W. Bush is thrilled about a new chapter in his life: he’s a grandpa again!
The former president, now 78, shared the joyful news of his grandson’s birth on social media. On Tuesday, August 6, Bush posted a sweet photo on Instagram to celebrate his daughter Barbara Pierce Bush and her husband Craig Coyne welcoming their second child.
A Baby Boy Arrives
On August 4, Barbara and Craig became parents to a baby boy named Edward Finn. They already have a 2-year-old daughter, Cora Georgia, who now has a little brother! In the touching photo Bush shared, Barbara and Craig are holding Edward in a hospital bed.
Their smiles show pure happiness as they look lovingly at their new son.
“Welcome to the world, Edward Finn Coyne. @laurawbush and I are proud grandparents of our newest blessing, born on August 4 and named after his great-grandfathers,” Bush wrote. “Congratulations to Barbara, Craig, and big sister Cora Georgia.” The family’s love is clear to see!
The Happy News Spreads
Barbara’s twin sister, Jenna Bush Hager, was the first to share the news on Monday, August 5. Jenna, a co-host on the Today show, posted her excitement about becoming an aunt again on Instagram.
“My sister had a little mister, and I’m in love with Edward Finn! ❤️💗👼,” Jenna, 42, wrote. She included a series of adorable photos capturing sweet moments after Edward was born.
In one photo, Jenna is feeding her nephew. Another shows Barbara holding Edward while Jenna looks on lovingly. A third photo captures Edward sleeping peacefully in his mom’s arms, looking adorable.
Although Jenna didn’t provide many details about Edward’s birth, the photos showed warmth and joy. Edward was even spotted wearing a hat from NYU Langone Health, suggesting Barbara may have delivered him at the well-known New York City hospital.
Grandparent Bliss
George W. Bush and his wife Laura have shared their excitement about being grandparents before. When Barbara and Craig welcomed their daughter, Cora, they issued a heartfelt announcement.
“With full hearts, @laurawbush and I are delighted to announce the birth of our new granddaughter,” they said in October 2021. “Barbara gave birth to Cora Georgia Coyne on September 27, 2021, in Maine, near our family home where Barbara and Craig got married. Cora is healthy and adorable, and we are proud and grateful.”
