A Closer Look at Anderson Cooper’s Sons, Wyatt and Sebastian
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- Anderson Cooper welcomed his first son, Wyatt, via surrogate on April 27, 2020.
- His second son, Sebastian, arrived via surrogate on February 10, 2022.
- Cooper co-parents his children with ex-partner Benjamin Maisani.
When Anderson Cooper is not hosting his CNN show, _Anderson Cooper 360_, he dedicates time to his two sons, Wyatt and Sebastian. “It feels like my life has actually begun,” he remarked in an interview, expressing a profound sense of fulfillment in his new role as a father.
The CNN anchor welcomed his first child, Wyatt Morgan, in 2020. Shortly thereafter, he announced his intention to co-parent with ex-partner Benjamin Maisani, with whom he shares a close friendship despite their split in 2018. The couple, who were together for nearly a decade, welcomed their second son, Sebastian Luke, in 2022.
Though Cooper and Maisani are no longer romantically involved, they continue to collaborate in parenting. Cooper acknowledged the uniqueness of their arrangement, stating, “It’s probably an unusual setup… but I knew he would be a great dad.” As for the future, Cooper has said he remains open to having more children, although nothing is planned at the moment. “I want to be the best parent I can be,” he stated.
In a recent cover story, Cooper characterized the early years of parenting as “the best time in my life,” adding that the experience fills him with bliss, humor, and sheer delight.
Wyatt Morgan Maisani-Cooper, 5
Wyatt Maisani-Cooper
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Cooper welcomed his first child, Wyatt Morgan Maisani-Cooper, via surrogate on April 27, 2020. Just three days later, he revealed the news in a heartfelt Instagram post and on his CNN show. Wyatt is named after Cooper’s late father, Wyatt Emory Cooper, who passed away when Cooper was a child. The middle name, Morgan, honors a family name from Cooper’s mother’s side.
At birth, Wyatt weighed 7.2 pounds and was described by Cooper as “sweet, and soft, and healthy.” During a subsequent appearance on _The Late Show with Stephen Colbert_, Cooper shared that Maisani was present in the delivery room, emphasizing their ongoing family connection. “Even though we’re not together anymore … he’s my family, and I want him to be Wyatt’s family as well,” he stated.
In later interviews, Cooper reiterated the importance of providing a loving environment for Wyatt, expressing that he understood the challenges of growing up without a father and aimed to ensure his son is “surrounded by love.”
Cooper also noted that their co-parenting arrangement has been beneficial for Wyatt. He believes that having more people who love his son in his life is advantageous and referred to Maisani as a “great guy.” In 2021, he acknowledged that becoming a father was a “dream come true” and expressed his unyielding dedication to fatherhood.
At 13 months, Wyatt took his first steps while Cooper was abroad for work. Missing this milestone sparked a humorous reaction from Cooper, who stated, “My reaction was fury.” He recalled the moment he received a text from Maisani sharing the news of Wyatt’s accomplishment.
In 2022, Cooper confirmed that Maisani was in the process of adopting Wyatt, officially naming him Wyatt Morgan Maisani-Cooper. “We’re a family,” said Cooper, noting their respective roles as ‘Daddy’ and ‘Papa.’
Sebastian Luke Maisani-Cooper, 3
Sebastian Maisani-Cooper
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On February 10, 2022, Cooper and Maisani welcomed their second son, Sebastian Luke Maisani-Cooper. The day after Sebastian’s birth, Cooper shared the joyful news on _Anderson Cooper 360_. He revealed that Sebastian weighed 6.8 pounds at birth and expressed gratitude toward the surrogate for her contributions.
He later shared that the experience of having a second child felt considerably less daunting, attributing his calmer demeanor to previous fatherhood experiences. Wyatt embraced his role as a big brother enthusiastically, even helping to build Sebastian’s crib.
Following Sebastian’s arrival, Cooper took time off work to fully immerse himself in family life, describing it as “the longest vacation” he had ever taken.
For Sebastian’s first birthday, Cooper posted a heartwarming video of his son playing with a music box that belonged to Cooper’s late mother, stating, “Sebastian is sweet and strong and smart and loves his big brother Wyatt a lot. They fill my heart with joy and love in a way I never imagined possible.”
Looking toward the future, Cooper remains open to the possibility of having more children, though no plans are in place at this time. For now, he cherishes his role as a father, a lifelong ambition he once thought might never be realized. “All my life, I’ve dreamed of having children,” he remarked, noting how parenthood brings a new level of perspective and joy.
