Hailie Jade Scott, daughter of iconic rapper Eminem, recently shared her heartwarming story of how she announced her pregnancy to her father. During the filming of his music video for "Temporary," Hailie cleverly revealed her news by gifting Eminem a Detroit Lions jersey emblazoned with the word 'Grandpa' and the number 1 on the back. The moment turned out to be both funny and touching, showcasing the close bond between father and daughter.
On the October 11 episode of her podcast, Just a Little Shady, Hailie recounted the moment, explaining her father's initial confusion. "He was like, ‘Are you trying to call me old? Why are you giving me this jersey?’" she shared. It was only when she held up her ultrasound picture, confirming the news, did Eminem realize the reality of the situation. "Oh my God. Wait, this is real? This is happening?" he exclaimed, illustrating his surprise and joy.
What made this moment even more special was the setting. The pair were on set filming the music video, and it seemed the person recording the interaction was as shocked as Eminem himself. Hailie mentioned, “It was actually really funny, too, because the person who was recording obviously had no idea this was the plan. They were thinking, ‘Oh, we’re just getting some shots.’ So, their reaction we had to mute because they were like, ‘What the eff is going on here? Is this real?’”
Once the initial shock wore off, Eminem joined Hailie in the excitement, even helping her reveal the happy news to their family. Later, when other family members came to watch the Detroit Lions game, Eminem wore the jersey over his jacket, only to reveal its message when the time was right. Some family members remained puzzled until Hailie shared the ultrasound picture, uniting the family with the joyful news.
Along with the pregnancy announcement, Hailie expressed her excitement about becoming a mother. On the podcast, she revealed the sex of her baby, saying, "We’re excited to welcome a boy." She shared Evan McClintock's enthusiastic reaction when they discovered the baby's gender: "When we found out, Evan was like, ‘They’re going to hunt with me. They’re going to go golfing with me. I’ve got a little buddy.’”
Hailie also humorously noted how she responded to this enthusiasm: "OK, well, they’re still going to Target with me." Evan added, though, "whether it was a girl or boy, I hoped they’d be interested in the things I liked,” showcasing their playful dynamic and shared dreams for their child.
Fans of Eminem might recognize themes of family and fatherhood woven throughout his recent music. The music video for "Temporary" not only featured clips of Hailie but also represented his love and wishes for her as she embraces her own family. The lyrics reflect Eminem’s deep connection with Hailie, as he raps wishes for her future and the well-being of their family. "Yeah, so Hailie Jade, I wrote you this song/ To help you cope with life now I’m gone…" he raps, capturing his sentiments as both a father and now, soon-to-be grandfather.
Eminem and Hailie’s story isn’t just about music and fame; it’s about family, legacy, and love. Eminem shares Hailie with ex-wife Kim Scott, and together they also adopted Alaina Mathers, Eminem’s niece, and Stevie Laine. Over the years, he hasn’t shied away from expressing his views on his role as a father through his songs. The mention of family traditions and bonding experiences reveal nothing but love and support within this close-knit family.
Through personal struggles and triumphs, the Mathers family narrative continues to evolve, blooming as they prepare for new beginnings with the arrival of Hailie's child. Eminem’s new album, "The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce)," features heartfelt tracks highlighting his fatherhood experience. With tracks like “Somebody Save Me,” old clips of him with his daughters resonate powerfully, evoking emotions for fans and family alike. Hailie recounted her emotional response to his album on her podcast, saying she "audibly sobbed" upon listening to certain songs, especially the poignant "Temporary."
The family’s public dynamics might captivate fans, but it's their private moments—like Hailie’s unique jersey reveal—that remind us of the love intertwined within the life stories of celebrities. They stand as symbols of personal milestones, where joy spills over from the spotlight to the warmth of familial bonds. Eminem is more than just a rapper known for his lyrical genius; he's also stepping proudly and joyfully, embracing the role of grandfather.