Diplo Welcomes Daughter, Celebrates 1st Birthday
The 47-year-old DJ shared a family vacation photo to Peru, where they spent time with llamas and listened to music on a train to Cusco, to mark the special occasion
Diplo, whose real name is Thomas Wesley Pentz Jr., has revealed that he welcomed a daughter about a year ago. The DJ recently celebrated her first birthday with a family vacation to Peru, where they spent time with llamas and listened to music on a train to Cusco.
The musician, who is already a father to three sons - Lockett, 15, Lazer, 11, and Pace, 6 - shared the news on Instagram on August 15. In the post, he included photos of his children, with his daughter's face covered with a red heart emoji.
Diplo has spoken about the challenges of being a father, saying it is the hardest job he has ever had. However, he emphasized the importance of spending time with his family, saying he would rather lose sleep with them than at a club or a rave.
The trip to Peru was a special occasion for the family, with Diplo noting that his son Lazer had previously been unable to find Peru on a map. However, after their trip, the tween had transformed, with Diplo saying that watching his kids become someone new in real time is the best part of being a father.
## Why it matters Diplo's announcement is a significant one, as it marks a new chapter in his life as a father. The musician has been open about the challenges of balancing his career and family life, but it is clear that his children are a priority for him. As he returns to work after the family vacation, fans will be eager to see what's next for the DJ and his growing family.
Diplo has previously shown his dedication to his children, playing a DJ set at his youngest son's kindergarten graduation. The musician has proven himself to be a cool and involved dad, and his latest announcement is likely to delight fans around the world.
