Actor Abe Hiroshi has become the proud father of a baby girl!

The announcement was made on July 31st through Abe's official website, where he commented, "I gained courage and power to work hard in order support my child. I am grateful for my wife." Abe's wife and their newborn are well and healthy.

Abe Hiroshi married his wife, who is 15 years younger than him, in 2008 after making an official announcement in November of 2007. The announcement was made while he was starring in the drama 'Kekkon dekinai Otoko'. Abe said, "The man who can't get married is getting married!", thus making a connection with his personal life and drama role.

Congratulations to the happy family!

Source: ORICON