Don Toliver and Kali Uchis welcomed their first child together in 2024
Don Toliver and Kali Uchis are now a family of three!
The couple, who have been dating since 2021, announced the birth of their first child together, a son, in March 2024. They shared the happy news on Instagram, writing, “you are everything we could have hoped for and more,” alongside a montage video of the cute moments between Toliver, Uchis and their newborn son.
The birth comes two months after the musical duo revealed they were expecting a baby in Uchiso’s music video for “Tu Corazón Es Mio.”
In addition to being new parents, Uchis and Toliver are also frequent collaborators. In 2023, they worked together on the song “Fantasy” from Uchis’ album Red Moon on Venus.
During a guest appearance on the Hot 97 radio show Nessa On AirToliver shared with host Nessa Diab what he loves most about Uchis.
“She’s just a good person like, you know, a lot of people don’t really care about a lot of that, but she’s just like a genuinely great person and she just has a good heart, and that just goes a long way with me,” he said.
Here’s everything you need to know about Don Toliver and Kali Uchis’ relationship and their baby boy.
Toliver and Uchis have been in a relationship since at least 2021
Don Toliver and Kali Uchis watch the game between the Houston Rockets and the Los Angeles Lakers on November 2, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.
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The pair first sparked romance rumors when they appeared together in two music videos in 2021. Uchis starred in Toliver’s videos for “What You Need” and “Drugs N Hella Melodies,” both of which were filmed where her family lives in Colombia.
Talking to W Magazine in July 2021, Toliver confirmed the relationship and shared that they are “just vibing” but not “crazy public”.
“I already had it in mind to go there and shoot a video with her in it, so it would be a real situation,” Toliver told the outlet about filming the music video in Colombia. He also shared that he was able to meet some of Uchiso’s family members during the trip.
The couple dated for a while before going public with their relationship after meeting through a mutual friend in Houston, per Ella.
They were connected by their passion for music
Don Toliver and Kali Uchis.
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In part, the artists built a bond through a shared passion for music. During the interview with Ella in March 2023, Uchis shared that music gives the two of them “a whole different way of connecting” because they can “just pick up the mic and bounce tunes off each other.”
“And we like to listen to music together,” she added. “That was one of the first ways we really bonded: just showing each other a bunch of music. We have almost the same tastes, so it comes naturally.”
Toliver and Uchis collaborated on several songs
Don Toliver and Kali Uchis perform on stage at Coachella during the 2023 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on April 16, 2023.
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In addition to appearing together in music videos, the couple collaborated on several songs together. Uchis appears on two of Toliver’s tracks, “Drugs N Hella Melodies” and “4 Me,” while he can be heard on her track “Fantasy.”
Talking to Cosmopolitan in February 2024, Uchis said she appreciated Toliver’s opinion of her music.
“It’s always nice to hear his opinion because he’s also, like, OG Kuchi,” she said, mentioning the name of her fandom.
Although the pair gives each other feedback on their music, Toliver said during his appearance on the Nessa On Air that they also strive to give each other freedom of creation.
“We’re just trying to out-sharpen each other in everything we’re trying to do,” he said. “But I really just let her do her thing. She let me do my job and it works.”
They debuted on the red carpet at the 2022 Grammy Awards
Don Toliver and Kali Uchis at the 64th Annual GRAMMY Awards on April 3, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Uchis and Toliver made their red carpet debut at the 2022 Grammy Awards, where the “telepatía” singer was nominated for best música urbana album for Sin Miedo (Del Amor Y Otros Demonios) 8.
The singer wore an olive green Dolce & Gabbana dress with gold crosses, while Toliver chose a black two-piece suit and white loafers.
They support each other a lot
Don Toliver and Kali Uchis attend Jacquemus’ performance of “Le Raphia” on December 12, 2022 in Le Bourget, France.
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Uchis and Toliver are each other’s biggest fans and have found a way to support each other throughout their busy careers. During her interview with S. in March 2023 EllaUchis said the two often travel with each other due to work commitments.
“I feel like it’s nice to travel the world with someone you love,” she said. “He comes to my tours and I come to his. That’s how we figured out how to live.”
Toliver also opened Nessa On Air about how proud he is of her musical success.
“She sets out to do the things she wants and she just gets them done. I’m just watching, in awe and happy that she can do it,” he said. “I like that.”
Toliver and Uchis keep their romance pretty private
Don Toliver and Kali Uchis.
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Despite their high-profile careers, Uchis and Toliver prefer to keep their relationship out of the spotlight. In a performance at BigBoyTV On a YouTube channel in March 2023, Uchis opened up about the struggles of dating in the spotlight.
“Being in a public relationship definitely has its moments. When you say, ‘Omg, I wish everyone would shut up,'” she said. “We definitely try to keep our relationship as private as possible.”
However, the couple occasionally posts about each other on social media. In June 2023, Uchis celebrated Toliver’s birthday by posting a series of photos with the rapper on Instagram.
“my heart was born in the month of June!!! I celebrate you and I’m grateful for you every day 🎂🍧🍰🧁”, she wrote in the description.
A month later, Toliver shared a video of himself serenading Uchisu on stage for her birthday. He wrote in the caption: “I would sing this song to you a million times.. It’s your birthday ‼️ And I’m more than proud of you. 🫶 Thank you for everything you do Puk 🦋 ❤️🩹👑💕🥹🙌🏿 🫂.”
They revealed the news about their baby in a music video
Kali Uchis.
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In January 2024, Uchis and Toliver revealed they were expecting their first child together in her music video for the song “Tu Corazón Es Mio”. In the video, the two can be seen going to doctor’s appointments together and dancing in a room full of stained glass windows.
“Starting our family❤️🩹 doesn’t take too long to reach us, poor little ones, mom and dad can’t wait to share our life with you,” the couple wrote in a joint post on Instagram.
A week after their announcement, Uchis showed off her baby bump during a performance of “Heladito” on Jimmy Kimmel Live!dressed in a bright crop top and maxi skirt.
They announced the birth of their first baby in March 2024
On March 14, 2024, Uchis and Toliver shared the birth of their first baby, a son, on Instagram.
“You are everything we could have hoped for and more. Thank you God for our beautiful healthy boy and thank you all for the good energy along the way,” they wrote in the joint description. “May our home and your homes forever be blessed with peace, happiness and health.”
However, the couple did not reveal their son’s name or date of birth.
Uchis hopes to be a successful working mom
Kali Uchis.
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Talking to Cosmopolitan in February 2024, Uchis cited singer Victoria Monét as a role model for being a working mom in the music industry.
“When you get pregnant, a lot of people assume that’s your retirement, so it’s so inspiring to see Victoria never stop reaching her peak,” she said. “My intention is just to continue to create from the heart and do whatever I want. What I always strive for with my music is to be unpredictable. That’s what makes what I do fun. I want to keep people guessing.”
After her album from 2024 Orchids reached number one on BoardTop Latin Albums chart, Uchis gave a special welcome to his and Toliver’s baby on the way.
“Our first album #1🥹thankful for the constant growth, in every way🫶& for all of you and your good wishes, in a world full of people who want to bring others down. if anyone is proud, I hope the baby is as proud of everything we accomplish together while in my belly,” she wrote in an Instagram post.
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