Halle Bailey and DDG face backlash for gifting son Halo a Ferrari on first birthday: ‘Utter lunacy’

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Halle Bailey and her ex-boyfriend DDG set co-parenting goals as they reunited to throw an unforgettable first birthday party for their son, Halo, on December 22, Sunday.

The celebration, which featured a Cocomelon theme, was a spectacle of joy, laughter, and luxury, capped off with an extravagant gift for the birthday boy: a bright red Ferrari, Daily Mail reported.

Ferrari surprise for Halo steals the show

 'Little Mermaid' star Halle Bailey, 24, and rapper DDG, 27, spared no expenses in making the day special for their son.

The party reached its pinnacle when guests gathered in the parking lot of the rented event space to witness a jaw-dropping surprise.

A friend drove up in a gleaming Italian sports car, which retails for $250K-$500K.

Once in the driver’s seat, DDG couldn’t help but joke, “Is this for Halo or for me? I don’t know!”

The rapper placed the toddler on his lap, letting Halo’s tiny hands grasp the steering wheel while Halle captured the moment on her phone. Playfully addressing the camera, DDG added, “Just kidding, guys. He can’t drive for another 15 years!”

Guests couldn’t resist chiming in on the humor. “Little dog, you don’t even got your license yet!” one partygoer quipped, while another laughed, “He said, ‘I don’t even know how to spell car!’”

The extravagant celebration featured a costumed character, a trolley, a ball pit, a bounce house, slides, balloons, and a DJ spinning party tunes.

Reflecting on the day, DDG shared in his YouTube vlog, 'PontiacMadeDDG', “We was all nervous about throwing him a party, but it turned out perfect, you feel me? We had fun, Halo had fun, and I know this is something that he can look back on and smile.”

Halle, known for her emotional depth both on and off-screen, serenaded her son with a cappella rendition of the 'Happy Birthday' song, fighting back tears. She later confessed, “I cried so much yesterday! God gave me the greatest gift in you. Time flies when you’re having fun, and mommy just can’t believe that you’re one!”

Bailey also posted on her IG, writing, "Happy birthday to my halo 🥹God gave me the greatest gift in you 💕time flies when you’re having fun & mommy just can’t believe that you’re one 🎉🎉🎉🎉🥹🥹🥹🥹"

However, Bailey and DDG sparked a social media storm after gifting their son a Ferrari for his first birthday.

Internet slams Halle Bailey and DDG over Ferrari gift for one-year-old Halo

While the extravagant gesture by Halle Bailey and DDG was meant to celebrate their son's milestone birthday, fans weren’t exactly impressed.

One user chimed in, "Baby can't drive it so what's the point? Buy him a toy."

Another added, "O please .., help the people in need."

Someone else noted, "What’s for birthday number two? A jumbo jet utter lunacy."

A follower remarked, "This is what happens when people with no intellect have money…."

One comment read, "Comic and sad at same time."

Another remarked sarcastically, "What a sensible gift for a one year-old!"

A user said, "This us the dumbest thing I've heard today!! More like the baby daddy pressured mom to buy it so he can drive it. Let's be honest here."

"Stoooopid people with waaayyyy too much money. No sense at all. Poor kid with parents like that," another comment read. 

Halle Bailey and DDG navigate co-parenting challenges

The heartwarming celebration comes just two months after the couple ended their two-year relationship.

On October 3, DDG announced their split, prompting Halle Bailey to air her frustrations about boundaries and livestreaming their child in a since-deleted X post.

Despite their differences, the two came together to create a magical day for their son.

Halle, who recently revealed her struggles with “severe postpartum,” is balancing motherhood with a flourishing career.

The six-time Grammy nominee is gearing up for the release of her debut studio album, which includes singles like 'Because I Love You' and 'Angel'.

On the acting front, Halle is set to star in Michel Gondry’s musical 'Atlantis', hitting theaters on May 9, 2025.

Reflecting on the experience, she shared, “Thank you to Michel Gondry, Universal Pictures, & Pharrell for including me in such a magical project. Three months after having my baby, I’m feeling so strong and grateful.”

The coming-of-age film boasts a star-studded cast, including Kelvin Harrison Jr, Quinta Brunson, and Missy Elliott.

Bailey also continues to shine as an influencer with paid partnerships for brands like Core Hydration and CELSIUS Energy Drink.

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