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Cristiano Ronaldo Signs With Saudi Arabian Soccer Club Al Nassr
Cristiano Ronaldo has shared a sweet bonding moment with his littlest love following a tragic loss.
The soccer star posted a rare pic of himself cuddling his and girlfriend Georgina Rodríguez's youngest daughter Bella Esmeralda, more than two years after the toddler's twin brother, Ángel, died shortly after birth.
In the photo, Bella sits on their dad's lap beside a table while holding a small toy that appears to be Stitch from Disney's Lilo & Stitch.
Ronaldo captioned the Dec. 17 Instagram photo, "Bom dia," which means "good morning” in his native Portuguese.
The 39-year-old—who also shares daughter Alana, 7, with Rodríguez and is additionally father to son Cristiano Jr., 14, and twins Mateo and Eva, 7—tends to keeps his personal life private and last gave a family update in July, when he posted a photo of himself with Rodriguez and their children on a boat. He captioned the Instagram post, "My life," with a red heart emoji.
While keeping Bella mostly out of the spotlight, Ronaldo and Rodríguez have discussed how they’ve been grieving as a family following the death of her twin Angel in April 2022.
"It is with our deepest sadness we have to announce that our baby boy has passed away," they wrote in a joint statement at the time. "It is the greatest pain that any parent can feel. Only the birth of our baby girl gives us strength to live this moment with some hope and happiness."
Days later, the captain of the Saudi Pro League football club Al Nassr offered fans a first look at baby Bella, sharing a pic with his partner all his kids. "Your support is very important and we all felt the love and respect that you have for our family," Ronaldo wrote on Instagram. "Now it’s time to be grateful for the life that we’ve just welcomed into this world."
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The soccer icon later reflected on the tragedy by calling the loss of Ángel "the worst moment that I passed through in my life" since the 2005 death of his father, he said on an interview with Piers Morgan Uncensored that aired in November 2022.
Ronaldo went on to speak about his conflicting emotions in welcoming baby Bella while mourning the loss of her brother. "I never felt to be happy and sad in the same moment," he shared. "You don't know if you cry or you don't know if you smile."
Rodríguez has also gotten candid on her feelings about the loss of Ángel. "Life is hard," Georgina said in the 2023 Netflix documentary I Am Georgina. "Life goes on. I have reasons to move on and be strong."
The 30-year-old added, "My priority right now is my family and my children. I'm so happy and thankful."
Rodríguez last shared pics of Bella on social media in November—images from a family trip to London and a photo of the athlete and their youngest daughter lying on a bed. She captioned the latter Instagram post, "Papá."
Look back at Ronaldo and Rodriguez's family photos...
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Daddy's Little Girl
The soccer star's girlfriend Georgina Rodríguez posted this pic of her partner with their youngest daughter, Bella Esmeralda, in November 2024. She captioned the Instagram post, "Papá."
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New Arrival
Cristiano shared their first family photo after welcoming their baby girl, Bella Esmeralda, in April 2022. He announced the tragic death of the baby's twin brother, Angel, a few days earlier.
Babies on Board
On Oct. 28, 2021, Cristiano and Georgina shared their pregnancy announcement with the world.
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Birthday Celebrations
"It's time to celebrate my birthday," wrote Cristiano for his birthday celebration with his girlfriend and children. "Thanks my love for this amazing surprise."
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Morning Cuddles
"The best way to start the day," wrote Cristiano on Instagram.
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The Perfect Trio
Cristiano is all smiles as he spends the day with his son and Georgina by the water.
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Happy Birthday to Eva and Mateo
"Happy Birthday to my two sweeties Eva and Mateo!" wrote Cristiano on Instagram, alongside a pic of him and his family in costumes at a birthday party. "We love you to the end of the world #prouddad."
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Family Bike Ride
Cristiano and his family went on a bike ride together! Look at that beautiful family.
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Cozy Cuddles
"The greatest love," shared the father on Instagram, alongside a photo with all of his children.
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Like Father, Like Son
"Discovering my island with the best company," shared the proud father on Instagram with Cristiano Ronaldo Jr.
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The Family that Celebrates Together, Stays Together
"Honored to received one more time @globesoccer Award! A very emotional moment for me to share this award with my family," wrote Cristiano on Instagram after receiving the Globe Soccer Award. "Grateful for all the hospitality, see you soon Dubai!"
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Award Show Date Night
Cristiano and his love attend the 26th MTV EMA's in November 2019.
Party of 6
The happy and complete family poses for this adorable photo.
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Too adorable
"I'm a prisoner of these cute babies!" the soccer stud wrote along with this post.
Date night
The soccer stud and his girlfriend take this selfie during their parents' night out.
Family Fun
The couple happily poses along with the 37-year-old star's family.
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Touching moment
"Her smell, her little sounds and that she's asleep on top of me...I am in a trance and she drives me crazy with love. Alanita and I say good night!" the Spanish beauty captioned this photo.
Christmas Time
The couple enjoys the holidays with their family.
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Jet-set lifestyle
"On our way to see daddy play," Rodriguez captioned this photo of herself along with Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. and Ronaldo's family.
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Alana and Mommy
Georgina shared this as the first image of herself with while holding her daughter and included a heartfelt message.
Welcome, Alana!
Ronaldo announced the birth of his fifth child with this family photo, which was one of the most-liked pics on Instagram in 2017.
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Twin love
Early morning moments with these two are the best!
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Enjoying nature
This was Ronaldo's photo of the day back in October, and we love it too!
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The family's three girls
Georgina shared this image with Eva Maria while expecting Alana. She captioned the photo with three princess emojis.
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Can't fight fate
"The best moments in life aren't the ones you plan, they're unexpected and you're surrounded by the ones that you love most. It's not about where, it's about with who," Georgina captioned this photo of herself with Jr.
"Best company"
These two enjoyed a night out at Tatel in Madrid.
Pool day
Cristiano proudly poses with his family, you can spot Georgina and her baby bump as she holds Mateo.
Lunch date
The couple was enjoying a delicious meal in Madrid.
"Family Mood"
Party of five poses while relaxing at home.
quality time
Cristiano and Georgina pose with the twins and Jr.
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