Ayumi Hamasaki Announces Her Second Sweet Little Bundle
Tokyo’s J‑pop royalty, Ayumi Hamasaki, has just stepped into the next big chapter of her life: she’s now a proud mom of two. The 42‑year‑old star revealed on her official website last Saturday that she’s welcomed a new family member, dropping the details for the moment on gender and father.
While the headline news kept those details under wraps, the girl‑next‑door took fans on a quick Instagram detour in which she posted a photo of someone sporting a cap and wrote simply, “I’m back.” The snap gave a buzz of excitement without giving too much away.
The Love‑Story Timeline
- • 2011‑2012: Briefly married to Austrian actor‑model Manuel Schwarz.
- • 2013‑2016: Short‑lived marriage to American medical student Tyson Bodkin.
- • 2018‑present: Rumored relationship with backup dancer Shunpei Araki (22). Many sightings suggest he might be the father of her kids, but Ayumi herself hasn’t put her hand on the matter.
From Vocal Triumphs to Life’s New Beat
She kicked off her career in 1998 with the single Poker Face, then went on to become one of Japan’s top‑selling solo artists. In April, to celebrate 23 years in the music business, she dropped her newest single, 23rd Monster. It’s a nod to both her storied past and her current, ever‑changing present.
Little Secret About a Big Haircut
Back in 2008, Ayumi mentioned that she’d lost all hearing in her left ear, a condition she battled onward, sharing in 2017 that this hearing loss was still a part of her life. The fact that she continues to sing, perform, and get ready for motherhood speaks volumes about her spirit.
All in all, the queen of J‑pop has just added another layer to her already vibrant saga, proving that the best of her songs are still to come.
