Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten and fiancé Nicolás Keenan expecting first baby via surrogate

Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten and his fiancé, Argentine hockey player Nicolás Keenan, have announced that they are expecting their first child through surrogacy. The couple shared the news on Instagram on Monday 19 October 2026, revealing that their baby is due in spring 2027.

Jetten, 39, became the Netherlands' first openly gay prime minister earlier this year. The announcement marks a personal milestone for the couple, who have previously spoken publicly about their hopes of becoming parents.

How did Rob Jetten and Nicolás Keenan announce their baby news?

The couple shared a photograph featuring an ultrasound scan, accompanied by a message written in Dutch, English and Spanish. They expressed their gratitude to their egg donor, their surrogate Lisa and both women's families for helping them fulfil their dream of becoming fathers.

According to information shared following the announcement, the surrogate and egg donor are friends of the couple and already have children of their own. The pregnancy was arranged through IVF treatment in the Netherlands, with both women helping on an altruistic basis.

Who is Rob Jetten's partner Nicolás Keenan?

Nicolás Keenan is a 29-year-old Argentine international field hockey player who represented his country at the 2024 Paris Olympics. He has also played club hockey in the Netherlands, where he and Jetten built their relationship.

The couple became engaged in November 2024 and had previously discussed plans to marry. However, their wedding was postponed following Jetten's appointment as prime minister in February 2026.

Why is the announcement significant for LGBTQ+ families?

Jetten is the Netherlands' first openly gay prime minister, making his journey towards fatherhood a notable moment in the country's political and LGBTQ+ history.

The announcement has also renewed attention on surrogacy and the legal challenges faced by same-sex couples hoping to become parents. Although altruistic surrogacy is permitted in the Netherlands, establishing legal parenthood can involve a complicated process.

When is Rob Jetten's baby due?

The couple expect to welcome their child in spring 2027. Jetten has said that both the surrogate and the baby are doing well and has asked the public to respect the privacy of everyone involved.

The prime minister is expected to take a short period away from his official duties following the birth, while Keenan prepares to balance fatherhood with his international hockey career.