Proud dad Cristiano Ronaldo posted a series of excited messages about meeting his new son on social media before returning to the platform to announce the baby boy's tragic death.
The Manchester United legend shared a devastated joint statement with girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez on Monday night saying their son has passed away.
The couple had documented the pregnancy on their popular social media accounts, sharing baby scans, the gender reveal and a host of excited notes as they prepared to welcome twins.