Baby joy for the Cobain-Hawk Duo! Frances Bean Cobain has officially entered the world of parenthood, just a year after tying the knot. The heartwarming baby snapshots are melting hearts across the internet.
Frances Bean Cobain is officially a mom! The daughter of the late Nirvana frontman, Kurt Cobain and her husband, Riley Hawk—son of skateboarding legend Tony Hawk—just welcomed their first child together, and they’re over the moon with joy.
Frances Bean Cobain attends the Moschino x H&M fashion show at Pier 36 on October 24, 2018, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
The 32-year-old first-time mom shared the happy news on Instagram, posting a series of precious photos of their baby boy, born on September 17. Though Frances and Riley kept most of his face under wraps the snapshots still managed to melt hearts everywhere.
France Bean Cobain and Riley Hawk’s newborn son, Ronin Walker Cobain Hawk posted on September 29, 2024 | Source: Instagram.com/thespacewitch
The first image featured the little one all snug and swaddled, while the second zoomed in on his tiny, delicate hands and toes. But it was the final slide that stole the show—Riley cradling his son in a sweet father-son moment.
Riley Hawk sweetly holding his newborn son, Ronin Walker Cobain Hawk posted on September 29, 2024 | Source: Instagram.com/thespacewitch
The proud parents introduced their little guy as Ronin Walker Cobain Hawk. Frances accompanied the reveal with a touching caption, “✨ Welcome to the world most beautiful son. We love you more than anything ✨.”
Grandpa Tony was quick to jump in with a playful comment, writing, “My favorite grandson!” Meanwhile, other family members couldn’t contain their excitement either. Pat Hawk chimed in with, “Oh so beautiful! Welcome to the world, buddy. You are such a wonderful family. Congratulations!! ❤️”
Tony Hawk’s comment posted on September 29, 2024 | Source: Instagram/thespacewitch
Fans and friends showered the comments section with love too, leaving a flurry of hearts and sweet messages like, “Baby boy ro we love you so! 🤍[sic]” and “❤️❤️ angel.”
Frances, an artist and model, was the only child of Nirvana legend Kurt and his wife, singer and guitarist Courtney Love.
Kurt Cobain, Courtney Love, and their daughter Frances Bean Cobain attend the 10th Annual MTV Video Music Awards, held at the Universal Amphitheater in Universal City, California, on September 2, 1993. | Source: Getty Images
Her romantic journey with Riley hit the spotlight in February 2022, when they made their relationship Instagram official. Fast forward to October 2023, and they were saying “I do” in an intimate ceremony in Los Angeles, just a month after receiving their marriage license.
The wedding featured a surprise officiant—former R.E.M. frontman Michael Stipe, who also happens to be Frances’ godfather! Since then, the lovebirds have been settling into married life in California. Just weeks after the wedding, Frances was spotted out and about, flashing a gold wedding band while running errands near their Oceanside home.
Frances Bean Cobain attends The Daily Front Row’s 4th Annual Fashion Los Angeles Awards – Arrivals at The Beverly Hills Hotel on April 8, 2018, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images
Meanwhile, Riley, who’s also a professional skateboarder like his legendary dad, was seen lifting furniture from a moving truck, sporting his own black wedding band as he adjusted to their new shared space.
Frances’ journey to happily ever after hasn’t been without its twists and turns. While she and Riley are now celebrating the arrival of their baby boy, it’s worth noting that this is Frances’ second trip down the aisle.
The artist and model was previously married to musician Isaiah Silva, frontman of the rock band The Eeries. The former couple tied the knot in 2014, but things took a sharp turn when Frances filed for divorce in March 2016, after less than two years of marriage.
Frances Cobain and Isaiah Silva seen at LAX on January 23, 2015, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
What followed was a tumultuous legal battle that centered around more than just spousal support—it involved one of Kurt’s iconic guitars. Frances was willing to settle the finances, but she made it crystal clear that protecting her father’s estate, reportedly valued at $450 million, was non-negotiable.
Frances Cobain and Isaiah Silva seen at LAX on January 26, 2015, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
The real contention came over Kurt’s 1959 Martin D-18E guitar, famously played during Nirvana’s unforgettable “MTV Unplugged” performance in 1993.
After a drawn-out court dispute, a judge ultimately awarded the guitar to Isaiah in May 2018. Isaiah later auctioned the piece for a staggering $6.01 million, making it one of the most expensive guitars ever sold.
Kurt Cobain of Nirvana during Nirvana in New York, in January 1990 | Source: Getty Images
But despite the rough patches in her past, Frances Bean Cobain found her happy ending with Riley. Now, as they dive into this beautiful new chapter of parenthood, the Cobain-Hawk family couldn’t be more thrilled.
Fans can’t wait to see what adventures are in store for little Ronin—after all, with his mom’s artistic genes and dad’s skateboarding prowess, the possibilities are endless!
