Croatian Singer Alan Hržica Welcomes Third Son, Names Him After Wife
Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Croatian singer Alan Hržica announced the birth of his third son, Ricardo Hržić.
- The name Ricardo was chosen in honor of his wife, Ricarda, whom he met at a pilgrimage.
- Hržica expressed immense joy and gratitude, with fans and colleagues sending well wishes.
Croatian singer and songwriter Alan Hržica shared the joyous news of his third son's arrival, Ricardo Hržić. The singer expressed profound gratitude, stating, "I can only say: God is great!" The announcement, made on his Instagram profile, was met with hundreds of congratulatory messages and well wishes from fans, friends, and colleagues.
Hržica chose the name Ricardo in honor of his wife, Ricarda, a gesture that deeply touched many. This year marks the couple's tenth wedding anniversary. They first met at a pilgrimage in Medjugorje and married in 2016. Their family now includes their elder sons, seven-year-old David and five-year-old Leon, and the newborn Ricardo.
The singer has often spoken about his wife's significant role in his life, crediting her with helping him organize his time more effectively and maintain family peace. He has described her as a wonderful mother, whose tenderness and creative ideas enrich their children's lives.
Reflecting on fatherhood, Hržica previously shared his overwhelming joy upon the birth of his first son, David, at age 40. He described the moment he first saw his son on an ultrasound and later held him as the "most beautiful day" of his life, a sentiment that has deepened with the arrival of his third child.
Originally published by Večernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.