Two-time Academy Award winner Hilary Swank revealed that she and her husband, entrepreneur Philip Schneider, are expanding their family. The 52-year-old star announced her pregnancy through a playful video shared to her Instagram account, marking her third child three years after welcoming fraternal twins.
The announcement video featured Swank and her family dancing in the dark wrapped in colorful glow sticks, culminating in a reveal that displayed a glowing design over her pregnant stomach. Swank captioned the creative clip by teasing a prospective December arrival date for her newest family member, prompting widespread congratulations from fans and industry peers alike.
Swank has enjoyed an extraordinary acting career spanning over three decades, achieving critical acclaim for her transformative dramatic performances. She gained early attention in films such as The Next Karate Kid (1994) before earning her first Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Brandon Teena in the biographical drama Boys Don't Cry (1999). She earned a second Best Actress Oscar for her compelling lead performance as a dedicated boxer in Clint Eastwood's Million Dollar Baby (2004).
In recent years, Swank has maintained a versatile career across feature films and television while prioritizing her family life. Her filmography includes acclaimed roles in P.S. I Love You (2007), Freedom Writers (2007), Logan Lucky (2017), and Ordinary Angels (2024). On television, she recently headlined and executive-produced the drama series Away and Alaska Daily, alongside a dramatic arc in Showtime's Yellowjackets.
With her new arrival expected in December, Swank continues to balance her private domestic life with selected creative projects. The celebrated actress has frequently expressed gratitude for experiencing motherhood later in life, noting that taking time for family has offered her fresh perspective both personally and professionally.
