Anne-Marie, the vibrant pop star whose infectious hits and candid charm have won hearts worldwide, has once again proven she’s as real as it gets. Just four months after giving birth to her second child—a baby boy—with rapper husband Slowthai, the 34-year-old singer shared his name and its deeply personal meaning during a heartfelt appearance on ITV’s This Morning on October 14, 2025. The name? Forever Sugar. It’s a choice as bold and soulful as her chart-topping anthems, reflecting a family legacy, a nod to pregnancy struggles, and a celebration of love’s enduring sweetness. Paired with her first daughter Seven’s quirky moniker, this reveal has sparked a frenzy of fan love, social media debates, and a fresh wave of adoration for a star who wears her heart on her sleeve—tattoos, tears, and all.

The Essex-born singer, born Emily Anne MacDonald, has always lived her life out loud. From her 2018 breakout hit “2002” to her raw, reflective single “DEPRESSED,” Anne-Marie’s music blends pop polish with unflinching honesty. Her whirlwind romance with Slowthai, cemented by a spontaneous Las Vegas wedding in July 2022, brought daughter Seven into the world in February 2024. The name Seven, inspired by Anne-Marie’s lucky number and a symbol of wholeness, set the tone for their unconventional family vibe. Fans embraced the choice, flooding Instagram with heart-eyes emojis for Seven’s cherubic smiles and Anne-Marie’s relatable parenting posts. So, when news of a second pregnancy broke—unexpectedly, mid-tour, in early 2024—the internet buzzed with guesses about what name could possibly top Seven’s cool quotient.

The journey to Forever Sugar’s arrival was no easy chorus. Anne-Marie opened up on This Morning about the challenges of her second pregnancy, which came hot on the heels of Seven’s birth. “It was a surprise, let’s just say that,” she laughed, her signature giggle lighting up the studio. Gestational diabetes complicated things further, forcing her to overhaul her diet and endure constant blood sugar checks. “I was craving chocolate, biscuits, the lot—and I couldn’t have any of it,” she told hosts Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard, her eyes twinkling with mock despair. Yet, true to form, she channeled the struggle into her music. Her latest single “DEPRESSED,” born from late-night pregnancy musings, captures the highs and lows of impending motherhood with lines like “I’m dancing through the dark, but it’s heavy on my heart.” It’s a track that’s struck a chord, climbing charts and resonating with fans navigating their own storms.

The big reveal came mid-interview, as Anne-Marie leaned forward with a grin. “His name is Forever Sugar,” she announced, pausing to let the studio absorb the whimsy. The audience cooed, Deeley clapped, and Shephard quipped, “That’s one for the ages!” But the name’s story is what truly tugs at the heartstrings. “Forever” is a tribute to Anne-Marie’s late grandmother, a woman she describes as “the heart of our family, fierce and full of love.” Her nan had a habit of signing every card, letter, and note with “Always and Forever,” a phrase that became a MacDonald family hallmark. “Mum and my sister still write it on everything—Christmas gifts, birthday cards,” Anne-Marie shared, her voice softening. Naming her son Forever was a way to honor that legacy, ensuring her grandmother’s love lives on in her newest muse. “It’s like she’s still here, wrapping him up in that forever kind of love,” she said, visibly moved.

And Sugar? That’s where the story gets deliciously cheeky. The middle name stems from Anne-Marie’s gestational diabetes saga, a period marked by intense cravings for sweets she couldn’t indulge. “I was dreaming of cupcakes, honestly,” she chuckled on air. “So we thought, let’s name him Sugar—take back what I couldn’t have and make it something joyful.” It’s a classic Anne-Marie move: turning a challenge into a celebration, much like she transforms heartbreak into hits. Together, Forever Sugar encapsulates eternity and indulgence, a name that’s both timeless and tongue-in-cheek. “It’s our way of laughing at the hard bits,” she added, “and making sure he’s got a bit of sparkle.”

Life with two under two is, as Anne-Marie puts it, “absolute madness—but the best kind.” Seven, now a spirited 19-month-old, is already Forever’s biggest fan, toddling around with “bossy big-sister energy.” “She’s like, ‘Oi, Forever, do this!’” Anne-Marie mimicked, mimicking Seven’s imperious glare. A blurred photo shared on This Morning—keeping the kids’ faces private—showed the siblings in matching bear onesies, Forever’s tiny fist clutching Seven’s finger. Slowthai, the Mercury Prize-nominated rapper, is right in the thick of it, trading studio sessions for bottle feeds and hyping up his wife’s return to music. Their partnership, equal parts gritty and tender, shines through in their parenting, with Anne-Marie crediting him for keeping her grounded. “He’s my rock, even when we’re both knackered,” she said, flashing the smile that’s sold out arenas.

The internet’s response has been a rollercoaster of rapture and roast. X exploded post-reveal, with fans crowning Forever Sugar “the ultimate pop-star baby name.” “Anne-Marie said, ‘Seven’s iconic, but hold my juice box,’” one user posted, alongside fan art of a glittery “Forever” in neon pink. The hashtag #ForeverSugar trended globally, with TikTokers stitching videos of themselves lip-syncing “DEPRESSED” while holding candy jars in solidarity. But not everyone’s sweet on it. Critics have called the name “a bit extra,” with one X post snarking, “Forever Sugar? Sounds like a dessert menu, not a kid.” Defenders were quick to clap back: “Y’all dragged Seven too, and now it’s adorable. Let her live!” The debate only fuels Anne-Marie’s fire—she’s never shied away from haters, weaving their shade into her next lyric.

As she gears up for a 2026 album, Anne-Marie’s motherhood glow is undeniable. “DEPRESSED” is just the start, a taste of a project that dives deeper into her new reality—diapers by day, demos by night. “These babies are my why,” she told This Morning, her Essex accent thick with pride. “They make every note mean more.” From gestational struggles to family tributes, Forever Sugar’s name is a testament to her resilience, a reminder that even pop stars face life’s raw edges. For fans, it’s another reason to root for her: a woman who turns pain into poetry, cravings into creativity, and family into forever. As Seven and Forever Sugar grow, one thing’s certain—Anne-Marie’s story is only getting sweeter, and we’re all just lucky to be along for the ride.