{"id":12837,"date":"2026-05-06T21:39:09","date_gmt":"2026-05-06T21:39:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/influencerswiki.org\/blog\/stephen-colletti-turns-to-friend-james-lafferty-for-parenting-wisdom-as-he-prepares-for-his-first-baby\/"},"modified":"2026-05-06T21:39:09","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T21:39:09","slug":"stephen-colletti-turns-to-friend-james-lafferty-for-parenting-wisdom-as-he-prepares-for-his-first-baby","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/influencerswiki.org\/blog\/stephen-colletti-turns-to-friend-james-lafferty-for-parenting-wisdom-as-he-prepares-for-his-first-baby\/","title":{"rendered":"Stephen Colletti Turns to Friend James Lafferty for Parenting Wisdom as He Prepares for His First Baby"},"content":{"rendered":"

When the buzz around Stephen Colletti\u2019s upcoming arrival begins to spread, it\u2019s not just his own excitement that\u2019s getting the spotlight. The 40\u2011year\u2011old actor, best known for his role on the hit teen drama One Tree Hill<\/em>, has been leaning on a close friend and fellow parent for guidance as he and his wife, Alex Weaver, prepare to welcome their first child.<\/p>\n

A New Chapter for Stephen Colletti<\/h2>\n

Colletti and Weaver announced their pregnancy in January, just three months after tying the knot. The couple\u2019s announcement came with a heartfelt message that highlighted their love for each other and their anticipation for the new life growing inside Alex. Now, as the due date approaches, Stephen is turning to someone who\u2019s already navigated the rollercoaster of parenthood.<\/p>\n

In an exclusive interview with Us Weekly<\/em>, Colletti said, \u201cI\u2019ve been leaning on him.\u201d He was referring to James Lafferty, his longtime friend and co\u2011star from Everyone Is Doing Great<\/em>. The phrase \u201cleaning on\u201d captures the supportive dynamic between the two actors, who have shared both on\u2011screen and off\u2011screen moments over the years.<\/p>\n

Colletti\u2019s admiration for Lafferty\u2019s parenting journey is evident. He praised the way Lafferty and his wife, Alexandra Park, have approached fatherhood, calling it \u201cso cool to see your best friends go through that journey.\u201d The sentiment underscores the importance of having a role model when stepping into a new life stage.<\/p>\n

James Lafferty\u2019s Journey into Fatherhood<\/h2>\n

Lafferty, also 40, made headlines on April 17 when he and Alexandra welcomed their first son, River Jay Lafferty. The couple posted a charming Instagram photo of the newborn\u2019s tiny hands resting beside theirs, captioning it with the baby\u2019s name and birthdate: 12\/4\/2025. The post quickly went viral, with fans celebrating the new addition to the Lafferty family.<\/p>\n

River\u2019s arrival has not only been a personal milestone but also a source of inspiration for his friends. Colletti\u2019s comments about watching Lafferty \u201cforge the path of fatherhood\u201d highlight the admiration he feels for his friend\u2019s approach to parenting. It\u2019s a testament to the supportive network that actors often build around them, especially when navigating the challenges of parenthood.<\/p>\n

The Show That Binds Them All<\/h2>\n

While the personal news is making headlines, the professional side of things is equally exciting. Netflix has acquired the rights to Everyone Is Doing Great<\/em>, a reality series that follows the lives of the two actors and their families. Season 2 is set to premiere on the streaming platform on Monday, May 11, alongside the first season.<\/p>\n

Colletti expressed enthusiasm about the alignment of his personal and professional milestones. He said, \u201cTalk about a unique opportunity, to be able to work on this show with some of my best friends and to celebrate these wins of Sony selling our show to Netflix and getting it on the air worldwide.\u201d The partnership with Netflix not only expands the reach of the show but also solidifies the bond between Colletti and Lafferty as they navigate fatherhood together.<\/p>\n

Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n
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  • Stephen Colletti is preparing for his first baby with wife Alex Weaver.<\/li>\n
  • He\u2019s seeking advice and support from friend James Lafferty, who recently became a father.<\/li>\n
  • James Lafferty and his wife Alexandra Park welcomed their son River Jay Lafferty on December 4, 2025.<\/li>\n
  • The two actors star in the reality series Everyone Is Doing Great<\/em>, now available on Netflix.<\/li>\n
  • Season 2 of the show will premiere on May 11, aligning with the actors\u2019 personal milestones.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n

    When is Stephen Colletti\u2019s baby expected to arrive?<\/h3>\n

    Stephen and Alex Weaver announced their pregnancy in January, and while they haven\u2019t released a specific due date, fans can expect the baby to arrive later this year.<\/p>\n

    What is the name of James Lafferty\u2019s son?<\/h3>\n

    James Lafferty and Alexandra Park named<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"When the buzz around Stephen Colletti\u2019s upcoming arrival begins to spread, it\u2019s not just his own excitement that\u2019s getting the spotlight. The 40\u2011year\u2011old actor, best known for his role on the hit teen drama One Tree Hill , has been leaning on a close friend and fellow parent for guidance as he and…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":7003,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-12837","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/influencerswiki.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12837","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/influencerswiki.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/influencerswiki.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/influencerswiki.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/influencerswiki.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12837"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/influencerswiki.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12837\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/influencerswiki.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7003"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/influencerswiki.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12837"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/influencerswiki.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12837"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/influencerswiki.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12837"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}