Shane Eagle and Nikki Hughes Welcome Their Second Child, Son Francis Maximus

By Zee Dladla | 09.09.2026 | Celebrities Last Updated On 09.09.2026

Shane Eagle and Nikki Hughes Welcome Their Second Child, Son Francis Maximus

Rapper Shane Eagle and his wife, Nicole “Nikki” Hughes, are now parents to two children after welcoming their second baby together.

Nikki shared the family’s latest news on Monday, posting photos of their son, Francis Maximus Hughes, and confirming that he arrived on July 13.

“Life is wild — another baby Eagle has safely made his way into our arms,” she wrote alongside the pictures.

Shane and Nicole’s relationship began during their high-school years, and their bond has continued to deepen over time.

While marking Nicole’s birthday in October 2023, Shane revealed that they had moved into a new chapter after he proposed. The couple went on to welcome their first child in 2024.

In an earlier conversation about their relationship, Shane explained that Nicole felt like his lifelong partner because she allowed him to show his softer, more open side.

He said he had come to understand that vulnerability is not a sign of weakness for a man, but evidence of strength, provided it is expressed in the right setting. With Nicole, he added, there would be no point in pretending to be the strongest person in the room.

Shane said he could remain strong and composed for the outside world, but a king should be able to turn to his queen and be emotionally open. He described that trust as something beautiful and said he could not imagine anyone else being more deserving of his ring.

Written by Staff Writer

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Published on 09.09.2026
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