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Jude Law Becomes a Father for the Fourth Time

Jude Law in Hamlet
(© Johan Persson)
Jude Law in Hamlet
(© Johan Persson)

Samantha Burke has given birth to Jude Law’s fourth child, according to published reports. The 24-year-old Burke, whom Law met while filming Sherlock Holmes, gave birth to a daughter on Tuesday night.

Law has returned to Broadway in the title role of The Donmar Warehouse production of Hamlet. The actor has stated he plans to be fully involved with the child’s life. Law has three children with his former wife, actress Sadie Frost.

Law previously appeared on Broadway in Indiscretions. He is a two-time Academy Award nominee; his many film credits include The Talented Mr. Ripley, Alfie, Cold Mountain, and Sleuth.