Madonna celebrates the birth of her first child, Rocco Ritchie, who was born on August 11, 1995. In an Instagram post marking the milestone, she shared a gallery of 20 photos and videos featuring Rocco throughout the years.
The post opens with a touching photo of Madonna and Rocco, where he is seen kissing her forehead, and a funny black and white home video of Rocco with his sister Lourdes Leon, who is now a 27-year-old stripper.
The gallery features a fun timeline of Rocco’s hairstyles, from buzz cuts to braids, and some of his artwork, including a painted portrait of Madonna.
“HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ROCCO – the long and winding road through your many moods and incarnations has been turbulent and full of surprises,” Madonna wrote. “But through it all, your curiosity and artistic soul have been the glue that has held us together.”
She also posted a recent photo of them on a boat ride with a birthday message.
“Thank God for Art,” she continued. “Thank God for you. We’ve been together for many lifetimes. Thank you for choosing me again. I love you – forever.”
In April, the “Material Girl” singer posted a special message for Rocco and wished her son success at his art exhibition in Miami via Instagram.
“So happy to have the evening free to enjoy my son Rocco’s latest collection of paintings titled ‘Pack A Punch’ inspired by Muay Thai fighters,” Madonna’s caption read. “So proud! @miamidesigndistrict.”
At the event, some of their other children were present; David and Mercy are 18 years old, while Stella and Estere are 11-year-old twins.
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Earlier this year, Madonna spoke about her six children and how much it means to her to include them in her art and performances.
In an interview with W. Magazine in April about the conclusion of her Celebration Tour, the proud mother said, “When I go on tour, nothing makes me happier than knowing that we are all working on the same show and creating the magic together.”
She also noted, “Of course, I’m her mother, so sometimes we get on each other’s nerves. We’re a family of artists, but we’re also a family, and that happens.”
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