Actor Higashide Masahiro shared on his YouTube channel that his wife, former actress Karin Matsumoto has given birth.

"Born! Mother and baby are both healthy! Just a quick update! – Higashide," he wrote in his announcement.

Fans quickly flooded the post with congratulatory messages, expressing their joy. Many wished for the child to grow up healthy and strong, while others praised Karin for her hard work. Some shared how the happy news brightened their day, and others encouraged Higashide to enjoy fatherhood and do his best as a dad.

Higashide was previously married to actress Anne in 2015. The couple announced their divorce in August 2020. He later revealed his remarriage to Karin in August 2024 through his YouTube channel.