Yuri Lamasbella Welcomes Baby No. 2 with Partner Kenny Anaje — See the Special Meaning Behind His Name (Exclusive)

Mar. 15, 2025

Courtesy of Yuri Lamasbella

Yuri Lamasbellais officially a mom of two!

The content creator and her partner Kenny Anaje welcomed their second child together, a son named Alijah Chukwuma Anaje, on Friday, Dec. 13, she tells PEOPLE exclusively.

The couple are already parents to son Amauri, whothey welcomed in August 2021.

When it came to naming their second son, Lamasbella tells PEOPLE they wanted to pay tribute to Anaje’s Nigerian roots.

“My father-in-law, who is of Nigerian descent, presents the name as a gift to the newborn child,” she explains. “I want all my children to be deeply rooted in their culture and feel a part of it.”

“When I heard the name chosen for Alijah, I knew it was perfect for him,” she adds, noting that his middle name “Chukwuma” means “God knows” which she says reflects “a deeply rooted belief in a higher power.”

“I know he will walk in great faith and lead with his heart,” she continues.

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“I have so many people to thank for these precious moments, especially YOU ALL,” she wrote in the videoannouncement shared on Instagram. “I’m grateful that you let me in your hearts to share a laugh with you. I’m grateful for your consistent love & support.”

“I started this journey as a creator because we all needed some comedic relief from the stress of the world. 3 years later & look at what we have built together. I have you guys to thank!” she continued. “Without you, none of this would’ve been possible. If all of this were to go away tomorrow, I’m grateful for the moments we shared, the laughs we laughed & the smiles we smiled, because we did it together. I love you guys so much!”

source: people.com