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'I'm expecting a son': Belgian DJ Netsky becomes a father for the first time in September

From VRT NWS · () Dutch

Translated from Dutch, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Belgian DJ Netsky, whose real name is Boris Daenen, is expecting his first child, a son, in September.
  • He shared the news on Studio Brussel, admitting he is unprepared for fatherhood and seeking advice.
  • Netsky and his fiancée, Australian producer Georgie Perkins, live in Los Angeles but plan for the baby to be born in Belgium.

Belgian drum-and-bass DJ Netsky, real name Boris Daenen, is set to become a father for the first time. He and his fiancée, Australian producer Georgie Perkins, are expecting a baby boy in September.

It sounds ridiculous, but it really feels like my biggest release. It's very grand.

— NetskyDescribing his feelings about becoming a father.

Netsky shared the joyful news during an appearance on Studio Brussel, describing the impending arrival as his "biggest release." He candidly admitted to feeling unprepared for fatherhood, confessing, "I have no idea what's coming my way. I can hardly describe it." He is actively seeking advice from others as he prepares for this new chapter.

The couple, who reside in Los Angeles, are planning for the birth to take place in Belgium. They currently split their time between Belgium and the United States, but will be spending more time in Belgium leading up to and following the baby's arrival.

Everyone with good advice: it is very welcome.

— NetskySeeking advice on fatherhood.

Netsky expressed his desire to absorb as much information as possible this summer before the baby arrives, highlighting his commitment to learning and preparing for the responsibilities of parenthood.

I have no idea what's coming my way. I can hardly describe it.

— NetskyAdmitting his lack of preparedness for fatherhood.
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Originally published by VRT NWS in Dutch. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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