Miguel has just dropped a plot twist that has sent shockwaves through his fanbase: he’s a dad. The acclaimed “Adorn” singer took to Instagram to reveal this heartwarming news, sharing that he and his partner, Margaret Zhang, welcomed a baby last year. Their little one recently celebrated his first birthday, a moment Miguel highlighted with plenty of love and excitement in a joint post.
In a touching video, which features Miguel beaming with joy as he cradles his son (whose face was intentionally blurred), he expressed his overwhelming pride and affection. “Our baby turned 1 today!!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY ANGELITO!!! We love you so much! So proud and honored that you chose us to be your parents. Papá wrote you a song—hope it always reminds you of how loved you are,” Miguel captioned the heartfelt moment.
Margaret Zhang, a 32-year-old filmmaker and former Vogue China editor-in-chief, joined in the celebrations by sharing an Instagram carousel that encapsulated their first year as parents. In her post, she included a link to “Angel’s Song,” leading fans to Miguel’s latest music-sharing website, making it clear that this new chapter is intertwined with his artistry.
The announcement took many fans by surprise, especially since Miguel had not been publicly linked to anyone since his highly publicized split from model Nazanin Mandi. Their relationship was a long one, spanning nearly two decades after they met as teenagers in 2005. They married in 2018, but by 2021, they announced their separation, a decision they explained in a joint statement saying, “After 17 years together, Miguel and Nazanin Mandi have decided to separate and have been for some time now.”
Notably, their relationship weathered highs and lows, including a brief reconciliation in 2022 that ultimately led to Mandi’s filing for divorce later that year. In a reflective interview with xoNecole, Mandi opened up about the challenges of their relationship. She shared how the experience had prompted her to reassess her own needs, saying, “During my 20s, I was not ready for more. I was living a really crazy life. It was unpredictable.”
On the other side, Miguel has also expressed his reflections on the separation. Talking to the Los Angeles Times, he discussed the evolving complexity of relationships: “You start adding rooms, levels, you got new floors, and you want to remodel here and there. Ultimately, some changes—they may be too much for the foundation. You have to address that.”
Now, with Margaret Zhang, Miguel seems to be building something new and beautiful—a family. The warmth radiating from his birthday video for Angelito portrays a dedicated father who is fully embracing this transformative phase in his life. It’s clear that this little boy is not just a source of joy but will likely become an integral part of Miguel’s artistic journey moving forward.