Mae Whitman expecting first baby: Celebrates with on-screen family

Mae Whitman, the beloved star of "Parenthood," is expecting her first child. She shared the exciting news on Mother's Day through an Instagram post featuring a heartwarming picture with her on-screen mom, Lauren Graham, and brother, Miles Heizer.

Whitman captioned the photo, "Not to make a parenthood episode out of it or anything but!!! Mother's Day looks a little different this year! 🤰🏼can’t wait to meet you, huge baby kicking my insides to filth! #ruveal." The post also included nostalgic screenshots of Whitman and Graham from Parenthood, reminiscing about the episodes where Whitman's character, Amber, was also pregnant.

The announcement was met with an outpouring of love and congratulations from fans and fellow celebrities. Whitman's former co-stars, Erika Christensen and Christina Hendricks, were among the first to express their excitement.

The Parenthood cast has remained close since the show's conclusion in 2015. Whitman has often spoken highly of her on-screen family, particularly Lauren Graham, whom she considers a role model, mother, and sister.

Whitman's pregnancy announcement is a beautiful reminder of the enduring bonds formed on the set of Parenthood and the show's lasting impact on its cast and audience.