Caterina Murino, the Italian actress celebrated for her role in the 2006 James Bond film “Casino Royale,” has announced that she is expecting her first child at the age of 47. In an exclusive interview with French magazine Gala, Murino revealed she is having a baby boy with her partner, French lawyer Édouard Rigaud, with whom she has been in a relationship for eight years. The couple is anticipating the arrival of their child at the end of the summer, just before Murino celebrates her 48th birthday.
Murino’s journey to motherhood has not been without challenges. She described her experience with in-vitro fertilization (IVF) as “excruciating,” having faced two miscarriages along the way. “At my age, I had to ask medicine to help nature,” she shared with Gala. “You don’t always decide when the right time to become a mother comes.” Despite the difficulties, Murino expressed her excitement about becoming a mother and is pleased to report a smooth pregnancy so far, stating, “I haven’t had any discomfort, no diabetes, no insomnia.”
While she looks forward to the joys of motherhood, Murino also acknowledges her apprehension about childbirth. However, she feels reassured by the “fantastic work” of her French midwives. In a separate interview with Italian outlet Costa Smeralda, she reflected on her pregnancy, saying, “I feel I am living a magical moment. Soon I will become a mother, and I believe we all have a huge responsibility today: to raise conscious human beings.”
Murino’s announcement comes at a time when many celebrities are embracing parenthood later in life. For instance, singer Alanis Morissette revealed she was expecting her third child at 44. This trend highlights how more women are choosing to prioritize their careers or wait for the right moment before starting families.
The actress, who has also starred in international films such as “The Garden of Eden” (2008) and “The Opera!” (2024), reflected on her career and the significance of her role in “Casino Royale.” “It was a tremendous opportunity, but perhaps I only understood its significance later,” she explained. “I was the first Bond girl in the Daniel Craig era, in a film that marked a change of mood in the saga. Today, I look back at it with gratitude—not so much for the glamour surrounding it, but for the chance it gave me to build an international career.”
As she prepares for motherhood, Murino’s story resonates with many who have faced similar challenges in their paths to parenthood. Her openness about her IVF journey and the emotional hurdles she has overcome will undoubtedly inspire others who may be navigating the complexities of starting a family later in life.
In a world where the journey to parenthood can be fraught with uncertainties, Murino’s experience sheds light on the resilience and hope that many aspiring parents carry in their hearts. As she embarks on this new chapter, fans and followers alike are eager to support her in this exciting and transformative phase of her life.