Photo: Courtesy Derrick Hayes
Derrick Hayes witnessed a “full circle moment” when his son entered the world.
Hayes shared onInstagramthat the birth of his son was a “full circle moment” as DJ was born on the anniversary of his father’s death.
“My father died July 6, 2009 and I dedicated my business to him. My son was born today, July 6, 2022 and I’m dedicating my life to him. Welcome to the world son, I got my big Dave in heaven and now I got my lil Dave here on earth 🙏🏾💪🏾👨👦,” wrote Hayes.
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TheSlutty Veganrestauranteur, 34, and CEO of Big Dave Cheesesteaks are already parents to daughterD Ella, whom they welcomed in February. Hayes is also dad to two daughters from a previous relationship.
“Hiding it from Pinky was definitely hard because we are together every day and we know each other’s moves so well,” Hayes told PEOPLE of planning the surprise party. “I had to do a little maneuvering to get around her.”
“I’m bossy so keeping a secret from me is very hard, but Derrick and my friends managed to pull it off,” she added.
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The two Atlanta restauranteurs both expressed their excitement to add a little boy to their family.
“I’m super excited about having a son because I’ve tried for so long and honestly thought I couldn’t make boys,” said Hayes. “I’m really happy, it’s a blessing because I now have my legacy that will carry my name and the memory of my Dad, Big Dave.”
“I couldn’t be more excited!” added Cole.
source: people.com
