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NFL’s Zach Wilson Welcomes First Baby with Wife Nicolette 7 Weeks Early, Says Daughter Is ‘Growing Stronger’ in the NICU The New Orleans Saints quarterback and his wife shared that their daughter was currently in the NICU after she was born seven weeks early By Hannah Sacks Hannah Sacks Hannah Sacks is a Staff Writer for the Parents and Weddings teams at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since May 2023. Her work has previously appeared in The Toy Insider, The Toy Book, The Pop Insider, and Saratoga Living. People Editorial Guidelines Published on August 7, 2026 04:41PM EDT Leave a Comment Zach Wilson, wife Nicolette and their daughter. Credit : Nicolette Wilson/Instagram NEED TO KNOW Zach Wilson and his wife Nicolette welcomed their daughter Francesca Belle on July 22, seven weeks before her due dateThe couple shared that Francesca is thriving in the NICU and expressed excitement about bringing her homeZach and Nicolette tied the knot in 2024 and announced their pregnancy in April with a maternity photo shoot Zach Wilson and his wife Nicolette have welcomed their baby daughter almost two months early. The New Orleans Saints quarterback, 27, and his wife, 24, shared a joint Instagram post on Thursday, Aug. 6, announcing their daughter Francesca Belle Wilson’s arrival. Wilson and Nicolette could be seen cuddling together in a chair, holding their newborn baby girl in the photo. “Our sweet Francesca Belle came into the world seven weeks early on July 22nd, and we couldn’t love her more. 🤍 ,” the two wrote in their joint caption. “She has been an absolute rockstar in the NICU, growing stronger every single day, and we can’t wait for the day we finally bring her home!” “Miss Frankie Girl, you’ve already changed our lives in the most beautiful way. You’ve filled our hearts with a love we never knew was possible, and we couldn’t love you more, sweet baby girl!!!” Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE’s free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. The couple announced they were expecting their first baby together on Instagram in April with a series of photos from their maternity shoot. The photo carousel post included a mix of black-and-white and color photos, showing the happy couple in an open field, wearing white, and holding the sonogram. “You are already so loved, baby 🤍,” Nicolette wrote in the caption. Our new app is here! Free, fun and full of exclusives. Scan to download now! Wilson and Nicolette’s happy news came less than a year after the two tied the knot at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City. Nicolette reposted several photos and videos from the nuptials, including several of the pair exiting the N.Y.C. cathedral hand-in-hand. For the ceremony, she wore a silky, corseted, off-the-shoulder gown. The top featured boning and mesh side panels, and was draped with lace floral embellishments, which also cascaded down her arms. The skirt was covered in silky floral details, and completed with a long train, which trailed behind her — along with her veil — as she exited the ceremony. Related Stories ‘Real Housewives of New Jersey’ Alum Albie Manzo Welcomes Second Baby with Wife Chelsea ABC News’ Selina Wang Welcomes Her First Baby with Husband Evan Ramsey (Exclusive) The new parents first announced their engagement in June 2024 with photos of the couple — and the engagement ring — on vacation in Amalfi, Italy. “Zach, you are the best thing that has ever happened to me,” Nicolette wrote in her Instagram post sharing the happy news. “Every day I admire your strength and I’m so incredibly proud of you. I’m so in love with you and can’t wait to spend the rest of our lives together 🤍. I love you.” Wilson, meanwhile, wrote, “To the love of my life, I never truly understood what love was until I met you. You’re not just my partner, but my best friend and my everything. I can’t wait to make a lifetime of memories with you, Nic ❤️. I love you.” Close Leave a Comment Read More: Celebrity Celebrity Family Celebrity Babies