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Chrissy Teigen Claps Back After Critic Says She Only Has Kids to “Stay Relevant”
Esti Stephens feels that hustle, loyalty, respect towards John Cena.
Chrissy Teigen revealed that her and John Legend’s 23-month-old daughter recently developed a fascination with the former WWE star and now owns multiple action figures in his likeness.
The cookbook author—who also shares Luna, 8, Miles, 6, and son Wren, 18 months with the singer—posted five clips of Esti playing with her new figurine of the Ricky Stanicky actor, in which she hilariously mentions John by name several times.
"a few months ago, Esti mysteriously became obsessed with John Cena," Chrissy captioned her Instagram carousel post Dec. 21. "So I got her more John Cena’s and now she can’t do anything without a John Cena."
Wearing rose-covered pajamas, Esti asks her mom to open the new toy package before she starts to play with him and use him to pet one of the family dogs.
In another clip, Chrissy and an unnamed woman ask her if she "married John Cena?" after she tried to put the model's ring on him. The final video shows Esti trying to type on a kids' keyboard using the action figure's arm.
The funny home videos were a hit with Chrissy's followers, who showed their love in the comments section.
Comedian Robin Thede commented that Esti and the wrestler "have to meet now," while another poster said that an in-person meeting could go either way.
"Imagine her seeing him in real life," the person wrote. "It'll be hit or miss. Like kids meeting their favorite characters at Disney."
A third person related to Chrissy's hilarious mom moment, writing, "My son was obsessed with him when he was little. Our cat's name is John Cena because of it."
Chrissy's update on Esti comes just a few weeks after the 39-year-old gave some insight into her family's journey with Miles' Type 1 diabetes diagnosis, which they're still in the process of understanding themselves.
After a fan asked the Cravings by Chrissy Teigen founder if she would "consider sharing more" about the condition, she said, “I definitely plan to! We are still learning over here ourselves!"
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The Sports Illustrated model shared Miles' diagnosis back in July after fans noticed a patch on his arm in a photo from the Paris Olympics.
"A lot of you noticed something a little special about a photo I posted a few days ago," Chrissy wrote on Instagram at the time. "You noticed his type-1 diabetes monitor and extended so much love and encouragement in every way possible. I was, and am, so blown away by the kindness of this community, already."
She added, "It helps Miles so much to know so many other people are going through the same thing and he is not alone."
Keep reading for more about Chrissy and John's family.
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Chrissy and John feed their youngest kids Esti and Wren in this February 2024 photo.
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Vow Renewal Trip
To celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary, Chrissy and John traveled with their kids to Lake Como, Italy, where they first married in 2013, to participate in a vow renewal ceremony in front of family and friends. They brought along their kids Luna, Miles, plus babies Esti and Wren (both pictured).
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3-Way Hug
Chrissy and John shared a hug with Miles on the family's vow renewal trip.
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Mother & Daughter
Chrissy hugged daughter Luna during her and John's vow renewal trip with their family.
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Cool Kid
Chrissy appeared with daughter Esti during the vow renewal trip.
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Daddy's Girl
John carried baby Esti on his shoulders.
Family of Six
Chrissy and John appeared with their kids Luna, 7, Miles, 5; Esti, 7 months, and Wren, 1 month, on a tropical vacation in August 2023.
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Dad and His Kids
John shared this photo on Instagram after Chrissy announced the news, writing, Wren Alexander Stephens, our new love."
Surprise!
Chrissy revealed on June 28, 2023 that she and John welcomed another baby boy, Wren Alexander Stephens, via surrogate earlier that month. He is partially named after the surrogate herself, Alexandra, who is pictured here with the Chrissy's Court star.
Presenting Wren Alexander Stephens
Chrissy shared this photo of her and John's son after his birth in June 2023.
Welcome Baby Wren
Chrissy and John appeared with their son after his birth in June 2023.
Legend-arily Adorable
Chrissy and John appeared with their kids Luna, 6, Miles, 4, and baby Esti, almost 3 months, in Venice, Italy in April 2023.
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Mother & Daughter
Chrissy appeared with the couple's youngest daughter during a trip to London in April 2023.
Family of Five
Chrissy and John posed with their three kids in a Valentine's Day photo.
Calling Home
Miles sweetly crashed a video call between his dad and mom.
Nap Time
Little Esti fell asleep her mama's shoulder.
Kisses
John cuddled with baby Esti in a sweet father-daughter snap.
"Our New Love"
John shared his first photo with baby Esti all bundled up.
Cuddles
"look at u out here lookin like a baby," Chrissy captioned a photo of daughter Esti.
She and John welcomed the baby girl on Jan. 13.
New Sister
The couple introduced their new baby girl to the world by sharing a photo of daughter Luna and son Miles holding the newborn in a fuzzy blanket from Barefoot Dreams.
"She's here! Esti Maxine Stephens - the house is bustling and our family could not be happier," Chrissy wrote on Instagram. "Daddy sheds nightly tears of joy seeing Luna and Miles so full of love, and I am learning you still need diapers with a c section!? We are in bliss."
Meanwhile, John penned from his account, "I'm in awe of Chrissy's strength and resilience and I'm so thrilled to see how Luna and Miles embrace their baby sister. I'm so, so grateful, but that doesn't seem like a big enough word."
Dress to Impress
"Sometimes you gotta cooooordinate," John wrote on Instagram as his daughter wore a dress from the American Girl x Janie and Jack collection.
Live Lullaby
During his dad's kick off concert for his Las Vegas residency on April 22, Chrissy shared a hilarious photo of Miles sleeping through the set.
Play Time
Who wants to play with Miles? Chrissy and John's son was all smiles when exploring his DockATot Tent of Dreams.
Birthday Fun
Chrissy hosted a math competition and family dinner for John's 42nd birthday on Dec. 28, 2020.
TV Time
Ever wonder what Chrissy's family watches during the day? Here's your answer. "Thank you @mightyexpressofficial for releasing new episodes on @NetflixFamily!" the proud mom wrote on Instagram. "It's their favorite show and these two have watched every episode over and over and over, so mom and dad are verrrrrry happy there are new ones!"
Let's Eat
"Superheroes and sushi was a hit!!" Chrissy wrote on Instagram as John and Miles enjoyed a sushi class with Krispy Rice. "I cannot thank @krispyrice enough for making this happen for our little class."
Busted
Want to be a fly on the wall in the Legend-Teigen house? Chrissy's Instagram Stories could help! The Cravings author documented John enjoying father-daughter time as Luna was styled in Mini Boden.
Family Rules
Life isn't always pretty, but it's always filled with love in this household. "Forever!" Chrissy wrote on her Instagram.
Bed Time
When it was time for Chrissy to read a children's book, the proud mom snuggled up with the Barefoot Dreams In The Wild throw.
Twinning
While celebrating Fourth of July 2020, Chrissy captured John and their son Miles wearing matching swimsuits.
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