Kelsey Grammer, the celebrated actor known for his roles in *Frasier* and *Cheers*, has announced the arrival of his eighth child. His wife, Kayte Walsh, gave birth to a baby boy named Christopher this month. The couple, who are already parents to three children—12-year-old Faith, 10-year-old Gabriel, and eight-year-old James—now expand their family further.
The news was shared during the October 27 episode of the *Pod Meets World* podcast, hosted by Danielle Fishel, Will Friedle, and Rider Strong. During the conversation, Grammer, 70, expressed his joy at welcoming another child into their lives, stating, “We just had our fourth one, so it just became eight kids.” He went on to reveal that the baby was born just three days prior to the podcast recording.
Grammer has a total of five other children from previous relationships. He shares a 41-year-old daughter, Spencer, with his first wife, Doreen Alderman; a 33-year-old daughter, Greer, with ex-partner Barrie Buckner; and two children, 23-year-old Mason and 20-year-old Jude, with his ex-wife, Camille Grammer.
The announcement of Kayte Walsh’s pregnancy made headlines in June when the couple was spotted in a London park, showcasing Walsh’s baby bump. In earlier interviews, Grammer mentioned that he has been “playing catch up” with his older children since welcoming his younger ones. He acknowledged that he had not been as present for some of his older children, stating, “I have neglected a couple of the kids in my life, especially the first two. I’m trying to make up for a little of it now.”
In his discussions about parenting, he emphasized the importance of clear expectations. “I’m a little more specific with them about doing their studies and being prepared,” he explained. “I tell them, ‘What’s your job in life? Showing up.'”
Grammer’s new memoir, *Karen: A Brother Remembers*, focuses on his late sister, Karen, who was tragically murdered in 1975. He poignantly recounts the devastating moment he learned of her death, revealing that she was brutally attacked just weeks shy of her 19th birthday.
On July 8, 1975, while at home in Pompano Beach, Florida, Grammer received the heartbreaking news from detectives that a woman’s body had been discovered in Colorado, believed to be his sister. Upon identification, he learned that she had been raped and stabbed 42 times by a man on a killing spree. The memoir serves as a tribute to her memory and explores the profound impact her loss had on his life.
As Kelsey Grammer embraces his role as a father of eight, he continues to navigate the complexities of family dynamics while honoring the memory of his sister. The actor’s journey highlights the joys and challenges of parenthood, underscoring his commitment to being present for all his children, both young and older.
