Terrence Howard baby news 'confirmed' by restaurant owner

A restaurant boss has reportedly confirmed actor Terrence Howard is to become a father for the fourth time by congratulating the star in front of a live audience.

The Butler actor wed his girlfriend Miranda in secret in 2013, and reports surfaced in November (14) suggesting she is now expecting his child.

The couple has not publicly confirmed the rumor, but it appears they were happy for fans to share the news after Howard performed a rap at the AnQi restaurant in Orange County, California on New Year's Eve (31Dec14).

When he finished his performance, the owner of the hotspot, Elizabeth An, congratulated Howard on his baby news in front of the crowd.

A source tells People.com that Miranda "glowed with joy" as the crowd cheered and Howard rubbed her belly.

Howard has three children with his ex-wife Lori McCommas.