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Fantasia Barrino gives birth two weeks early
Written by . Published: December 14 2011
Fantasia Barrino is a new mum - the American Idol star gave birth to a baby boy on Tuesday (13Dec11).
Dallas Xavier Barrino was born two weeks ahead of schedule in North Carolina.
The proud mum tells People.com, "I feel so blessed that my son
Dallas Xavier was born healthy, and is a wonderful new addition to
our family. I thank all my fans for their well wishes and continued
support."
The father is believed to be former college basketball star Antwaun
Cook.
Barrino has a 10-year-old daughter, called Zion, from a previous
relationship.