Former Parenthood Star Mae Whitman Announces Pregnancy with Costars by Her Side on Mother’s Day

On Mother’s Day, actress Mae Whitman from the hit NBC series Parenthood surprised fans with a special announcement about entering a new chapter of motherhood. The 35-year-old, known for her role as Amber Holt on the show, turned to her former costars Lauren Graham and Miles Heizer to share the exciting news.

Whitman, along with Graham and Heizer, showcased the announcement through a heartwarming Instagram post, where they posed together to reveal Whitman’s growing baby bump. The trio’s close bond, which originated on-screen during Parenthood’s six-season run, has continued off-screen since the show concluded in 2015.

In her post, Whitman cleverly referenced her on-screen pregnancy as Amber Holt by stating, ‘Not to make a parenthood episode out of it or anything but!!! Mother’s Day looking a little different this year! Can’t wait to meet you, huge baby kicking my insides to filth! #ruveal.’

As fans reminisced about the show through the shared images, it became evident that Whitman, Graham, and Heizer have maintained their tight-knit relationship over the years. Whitman’s expression of love for Graham on social media further cemented their enduring friendship.

Reflecting on the special bond formed during their time on Parenthood, Whitman once described Graham as her best friend, and Heizer as not just a costar but also her real-life roommate. The trio’s genuine connection adds an extra layer of joy to Whitman’s pregnancy announcement alongside her beloved friends on this significant holiday.