Fans were left speculating about the news when 49-year-old Robert tweeted somewhat vaguely: “Yo. Susan. Me. Baby. Girl. November. Scorpio?”
He later clarified the news to fans, confirming the happy news on his Facebook page.
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He wrote: “Um. I don’t know if it’s a ‘man’s world,’ but I’m certain women run it. Susan and I are therefore delighted to announce we are expecting a baby. Girl. November.”
This will be Robert’s second child with wife Susan after welcoming son Exton Elias Downey in 2010.
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Robert is also father to 20-year-old son Indio from his firs marriage to Deborah Falconer, who he divorced in 2004.
The happy news comes just weeks after Robert’s eldest son was arrested for possession of cocaine.
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The actor released a statement following Indio’s arrest revealing his support for his son and that his son is ‘getting the help he needs’.
Indio is currently in a rehab centre in Malibu, California. Hopefully he will have conquered his demons before the arrival of his ‘Scorpio’ little sister in November!
What do you think Robert will call his daughter?