Eminem Becomes a Grandfather as Daughter Hailie Jade Welcomes Baby Boy Elliot Marshall
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The Real Slim Shady has a new title — Grandpa Shady. Legendary rapper Eminem, born Marshall Mathers III, has officially stepped into grandfatherhood following the birth of baby Elliot Marshall McClintock, his daughter Hailie Jade Scott’s first child with husband Evan McClintock.
Born on March 14, 2025, baby Elliot’s arrival was celebrated by Hailie in a heartfelt Instagram post, marking three weeks “earthside” for her son. The post featured an intimate series of photos showcasing the couple’s joy and the newborn’s first moments.
A Grand Tribute in Baby Elliot’s Name
Perhaps the most emotional detail lies in the baby’s full name — Elliot Marshall McClintock. The middle name “Marshall” is a direct tribute to Eminem himself, a touching nod to the rapper’s real name and his deep bond with his daughter.
This tribute adds another personal layer to the family’s journey, reflecting how her father’s legacy now lives on in the next generation.
The Moment Grandpa Shady Found Out
The first public hint that Eminem would soon become a grandfather came through an unlikely but deeply personal format: a music video.
- In late 2024, the rapper released the visuals for his song “Temporary”, which combined home footage of Hailie as a child with scenes from her May 2024 wedding.
- In one particularly touching moment, Hailie surprised him with a custom “grandpa” jersey, followed by an ultrasound photo of baby Elliot — capturing his candid reaction.
This blend of past and present made the reveal as emotional as it was cinematic.
Keeping the Secret at the Wedding
Though Hailie was already expecting during her May 2024 wedding, the couple kept the pregnancy under wraps — a move that took clever coordination.
On an October 2024 episode of her podcast, Just a Little Shady, cohost Brittany Ednie shared how they kept the secret:
“People did not know that she was pregnant. So she was grabbing a drink, not consuming the drink as a responsible parent does. Whenever people were turned around, she would hand me her drink, and I would chug it so it looked like she was drinking all night.”
This humorous anecdote showed the lengths they went to preserve privacy while enjoying their big day.
Eminem’s Legacy as a Father
Over the years, Eminem has consistently spoken about the importance of fatherhood, especially in light of his turbulent personal journey and battle with addiction.
In a 2004 interview with Rolling Stone, he reflected:
“Takin’ the kids to school, pickin’ ’em up, teachin’ ’em rules. I’m not sayin’ I’m the perfect father, but the most important thing is to be there for my kids and raise them the right way.”
He’s also credited his children — including Alaina Scott and Stevie Laine Scott, whom he helped raise with ex-wife Kim Scott — with helping him stay sober and grounded:
“They’ve helped me through so many things,” he told New York Times Magazine in a rare candid moment.
A New Chapter for the Mathers Family
With the arrival of baby Elliot, the Mathers family enters a new chapter. While Eminem has largely stayed private about his personal life in recent years, this milestone brings his decades-long transformation — from controversial rap icon to devoted father and now grandfather — full circle.
Hailie Jade, now 29, has steadily built her own brand through podcasting, social media, and entrepreneurship, maintaining a relatively private lifestyle while keeping her roots close to home.
Her journey from the subject of her father’s hit songs in the early 2000s to motherhood in 2025 is both symbolic and heartfelt — marking a generational shift in Eminem’s world.
Grandpa Shady’s Legacy Grows
The news of Eminem becoming a grandfather is more than just a celebrity update — it’s a personal, emotional marker in a storied career defined by vulnerability, family, and evolution.
From Slim Shady to Grandpa Shady, Eminem’s story continues to unfold in unexpected and touching ways. And with baby Elliot Marshall now part of that legacy, the rapper’s next chapter promises to be just as meaningful — and just maybe, a little softer.
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