Cumberbatch's family new addition

Benedict Cumberbatch, currently popularising his new project 'Doctor Strange' and his wife, Sophie Hunter's family is poised to expand with the expectation of a newborn.

Sophie, who is a Producer, a skilled Pianist and fluent in French and Italian walked do the Los Angeles reception to the uproar of the guests. However, her small bump created a stir during their Hollywood movie premiere of 'Doctor Strange' on October 20th. This bulge elicited more attention than the black sleeveless column dress she wore for the occasion. The couple were as tight as ever. The smiles from the father confirmed his parental success was riding just as high as his Hollywood career.

Sophie Hunter and Benedict Cumberbatch at the premiere of 'Doctor Strange'

Controversy

The arrival of their first child was not without controversy. Benedict and Sophie received their first born child in June 2015, just three months onto their wedding. Earlier on in January, Benedict's publicist announced Sophie's pregnancy, just two months after their engagement.

The arranged an expensive private wedding on Valentine's day of the same year. The venue was St Peters and St Pauls Church on the Isle of Wright in the United Kingdom. Only family members and close friends got invited. His noticeable friends included Martin Freeman - with whom he starred in 'Sherlock' and 'T_he Hobbit_' series. Another one was Allen Leech with whom Cumberbatch co-starred in 'The Imitation Game'. During this period, Cumberbatch was busy with his new release 'The Hamlet'. His choice of drink during the occasion was Margarita.

Privacy

The son, Christopher C. Cumberbatch or CCC as he is known, who will be about 2 when the newborn arrives, will welcome the sibling. His names Christopher is from a TV character while Carlton is his paternal name shared both by his father and grandfather. During the months leading to Cumberbatch junior's birth, his parents made the announcement of his arrival and pleaded for family privacy -and privacy is what he has. Neither photos of him have been circulating on the social media nor tweets have made rounds. Despite this plea, the press has been following the family regularly. The family is spotted in London frequently where the father was pushing their son in a stroller. Other photos have emerged showing Benedict dotting his sleeping boy on his shoulder with the mum next to him.

The couple with their first son, Christopher in New York City on 1 April 2016

As expected, the new baby will be accorded similar treatment, despite the public glare on their parents.

Career

Sophie Hunter is a theatre Director, playwright, a creative artist, musician, and a former performer. Her directorial acumen started in 2007 with the co-directing of 'The Terrific Electric'. From there she has director many films including 'Off-Off Broadway', 'Lucretia and Phaedra', 'The Turn of the Screw'

She has performed many creative arts such as 'Sleep No More', 'The Forgotten', 'Don't Major In Debt Students House'. In 2013, she designed the Loma Lights, which is one of the most elaborate public art production in New York. Her musical production includes the French language The Isis Project and the English song, 'Song for a Boy'.

Her career blends well with Benedict's acting passion. We wait to see what traits their adorable offsprings will select.

The couple first met when they both starred in 'Burlesque Fairytales' in 2009