Bonnie Wright, known for her role as Ginny Weasley in the "Harry Potter" films, revealed that her infant son, Aster, has been hospitalized six times since his birth five weeks ago. The actress shared on Instagram that her baby is undergoing treatment for a health condition that was anticipated before his birth.
"Our sweet little Aster has been to the hospital 6 times in his 5 weeks of life. Getting treatment for a condition we knew he’d be born with. He is such a strong, chill little baby," Wright posted, accompanied by a photo taken at the hospital. She also expressed her gratitude for the support of her family and friends, who have assisted in caring for Aster and his older brother, Elio, who is three years old.
Wright and her husband, Andrew Lococo, welcomed Aster Sky Wright Lococo on September 28. The actress announced his birth on October 17 via Instagram, sharing photos of the newborn and explaining that his name was inspired by the aster flower. She noted that their elder son, Elio, has been showering Aster with love.
Wright announced her pregnancy with her second child in April, sharing a picture of herself and Elio on social media. She wrote, "Two babies on my lap 🐣 our second little earthling joining us this autumn!!"
Best known for her decade-long portrayal of Ginny Weasley, Wright made her acting debut in "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" in 2001 and concluded her role in "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2" in 2011. In recent years, she has focused on environmental advocacy, serving as an ambassador for Greenpeace and the Rainforest Alliance. Her book, "Go Gently: Actionable Steps to Nurture Yourself and the Planet," was released in 2022. She also founded Earthling, a platform focused on connecting children with the natural world.