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Benedict Cumberbatch, Sophie Hunter welcome baby boy

June 14, 2015 15:52 IST

Benedict Cumberbatch and wife Sophie Hunter have welcomed their first child, a baby boy.

The 38-year-old actor’s rep said that the duo is delighted to announce the arrival of their beautiful son and they would kindly ask everyone to respect the family’s privacy during these next few precious weeks, E! Online reported.

The baby's name was not revealed.

The British couple got married in a private wedding ceremony on February 14.

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