Shemar Moore Welcomed 1st Child at 52 — Fans Claim His 6-Month-Old Baby 'Has Her Daddy's Eyes' in New Pics

• Shemar Moore embraced fatherhood for the first time at 52.
• Fans were left stunned by the adorable smile of Shemar Moore's six-month-old baby daughter in new photos.
• The "S.W.A.T." star previously expressed his views about becoming a girl daddy after having a strained relationship with his own father.

Shemar Moore is a highly acclaimed American actor who rose to prominence for his portrayal of Derek Morgan in the long-running crime drama series "Criminal Minds," where he showcased his versatility and charisma.

Moore's dynamic acting skills also earned him a lead role in the action-packed police procedural drama "S.W.A.T.," where he captivated audiences with his portrayal of Sergeant Daniel "Hondo" Harrelson. Beyond acting, he has also ventured into production and modeling, further solidifying his status as a multifaceted talent.

At 52, Moore achieved a significant and heartwarming milestone in his personal life by becoming a father for the first time. In a joyous and emotional moment, he introduced his newborn daughter, Frankie Moore, to the world through a heartwarming Instagram post that left fans in awe.

While he had a closer bond with his mother, Moore also opened up about his complex relationship with his father, Sherrod Moore, in a 2016 interview with Larry King.

In the Instagram post, shared on January 25, 2023, Moore couldn't contain his excitement as he cradled little Frankie close to his face, expressing pure love and adoration for his precious bundle of joy. "FRANKIE MOORE!!!! BABY GIRL in da building!!!" he proudly announced.

Frankie was born on January 24, weighing 7.1 pounds and measuring 20 inches, and Moore described her as "Already THE LOVE OF MY LIFE!!" He couldn't help but exclaim, "I'm a Girl Daddy!!!! HOLY [Expletive]!!! DREAMS COME TRUE!!"

In the same heartfelt post, Moore also paid tribute to his late mother, Marilyn Wilson Moore, who passed away in 2020. He shared that she would have been overjoyed to witness this special moment in his life. The actor's happiness was palpable as he exclaimed, "Grandma Marilyn is in heaven puff puff passing, drinking her wine, and doing her happy dance… I LOVE and MISS YOU everyday Mom."

This fantastic news was confirmed by a representative for Moore, who shared that the actor and his partner, Jesiree Dizon, were overjoyed with the arrival of their baby girl. The couple had kept the pregnancy largely private, making the Instagram announcement all the more heartwarming for fans and followers.

Interestingly, six years before embracing fatherhood, Moore had already expressed his desire to start a family in a November 2017 interview. At the time, he spoke about wanting to settle down and find his "partner in crime." The then-47-year-old actor revealed his yearning for a family life and expressed his aspiration to be a father and share his life with a loving partner.

How Does Shemar Moore's Daughter Look On Her Six Months Birthday?

On July 25, Moore's baby mama, Dizon, shared photos with their daughter, ringing in her sixth-month birthday. The mommy-daughter duo looked adorable and in love in a collage of six heart-melting selfies. "6 months and thriving 🥰☺️," read the caption.

The sweet Instagram post has amassed over 10,000 views and counting. Several fans have commented on the heartwarming post, claiming that little Frankie has her father's eyes. "Baby girl has her daddy's eyes. Can literally see Shemar in her eyes ❤️," wrote one user. "She is so absolutely adorable. She definitely has daddy's little eyes when she smiles 🥰," chimed a second netizen.

"Daddy she looks like you, those eyes and that smile. God bless the family. Mama take care of them [sic]," gushed a third user. "She's adorable 🥰 And she does have her daddy's eyes 👀," added a fourth netizen. "OMG SHES BEAUTIFUL GUYS !!!❤️❤️ she has the 'moore's eyes' lol [sic]," doted yet another user.

What Kind of a Relationship Did Shemar Moore Have with His Dad?

In a video message in 2020, Moore spoke about the unique experience of being born to a white mother and a black father and how his parents played a crucial role in shaping him into the person he had become. The then-50-year-old actor expressed pride in his biracial identity and the influence of both his black and white parents.

The "Soul Train" alum shared insights into his life as a black man, recounting instances of being treated differently without fame and the importance of the "Black Lives Matter" movement, inspired by his late mother's advice.

While he had a closer bond with his mother, Moore also opened up about his complex relationship with his father, Sherrod Moore, in a 2016 interview with Larry King. "My father is in my life but on my terms. I defend my mom. He wasn't good to my mom...My father was erratic," revealed Moore.

"He ended up spending four years in San Quentin when I was a baby. He's in my life, and I made the decision to help him because he was in need. So, I bought him a place to keep him safe. And I wish the best for him, but it's up to him to live his life," continued the "Motives" alum.

Tragically, both of Moore's parents have passed away, and he has paid heartfelt tributes to them on social media, expressing his gratitude and love. His father died in December 2019, and he wrote a touching tribute for him on Instagram, which read in part:

"SHERROD FRANKLIN 'FREEDOM' MOORE... The Man who helped give me life... My Father... RIP... 🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊..... I wish we had made time to get to know each other... but... we didn't................. I am grateful for you giving me life..."

Moore also honored his father in a 2013 Father's Day post, thanking him for the life he gave him and acknowledging his unique journey while admitting that his dad wasn't perfect but lived an extraordinary life.

The "Motives 2" star's mother passed away not long after, in February 2020. Moore, who shared a lovely relationship with his mom, took to social media to pay her a heartening tribute. "My Mama always said 'I was at the front of the line when God was handing out sons' .... and I always said 'Mama, you know I cut the line to get to you!' ❤️ I love you mama ❤️ [sic]," wrote Moore.

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