​Carli Lloyd is taking a stand against online trolls who body shamed her. After a social media user shared a photo of the pregnant former U.S. women’s national team star during the USMNT’s match against Belgium and captioned it with “Looks like you’ve been resting really good lately big mama,” Lloyd responded with a pointed message. She wrote: “I can tell you are a gentleman. Do you always disrespect women? Does it make you feel good hiding behind your keyboard?” Lloyd is currently serving as a Fox Sports studio analyst for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
In other 2026 celebrity baby news, stars are welcoming new bundles of joy. Natalie Joy and Nick Viall recently announced the arrival of twin daughters, Iris Parker and Dove Tomlin, on June 30. The couple told People magazine the babies came after they endured three pregnancy losses in 2025, describing the journey as emotional but ultimately rewarding. “It’s been an emotional journey starting with multiple miscarriages, but we are so grateful to have our rainbow babies,” they shared.
Meanwhile, Carli Lloyd confirmed in April that she is expecting her second child with husband Brian Hollins, due in September. The couple wed in November 2016 and previously welcomed their first daughter, Harper, in October 2024. Lloyd celebrated the growing family with an Instagram slideshow that included a photo of Harper wearing a sweater reading “big sister,” writing, “Our family is growing, and we couldn’t be more grateful! We’re soaking in every bit of gratitude, love, and excitement as we prepare to welcome another little miracle into our lives. Being blessed with another baby still feels hard to believe, and our hearts are so full.”
Lloyd’s athletic achievements are well established. The two-time FIFA Women’s World Cup champion with the United States Women’s National Team has numerous accolades, including FIFA World Player of the Year in 2015 and 2016. She delivered game-winning goals that secured Olympic gold in 2008 and 2012 and earned a bronze medal with Team USA at the Tokyo Games in 2021. As she continues her work as a broadcaster for Fox Sports during the 2026 World Cup, she remains a prominent voice for women athletes and a vocal advocate against online harassment.
For further context, USA TODAY’s Samantha Shafiq covers trending news and can be contacted at sshafiq@usatodayco.com. You can also follow her on X and Instagram @saman_shafiq7. This report draws on reporting by USA TODAY and related outlets and reflects ongoing coverage of Lloyd’s public response to body-shaming comments, her expecting a second child, and other developments in the lives of high-profile athletes expecting new additions to their families.