Lily Collins is giving fans an adorable glimpse into her new life as a mom, and it’s as heartwarming as you’d expect.
The Emily in Paris star shared a precious moment with her newborn daughter, Tove, on Instagram, introducing her to music in the best way possible—through a song by none other than her legendary grandfather, Phil Collins.
“Tove beginning her musical education …” Collins captioned the clip.
In the video, baby Tove lies comfortably on her mom’s legs, gazing up at her as they listen to Genesis’ I Can’t Dance. While the song title might be fitting for a newborn, Collins gives her little one some help, gently moving her tiny arms in an impromptu dance routine.
Fans were quick to point out the special significance of the song choice. “Imagine listening to your grandpa’s music, and your grandpa is Phil Collins,” one follower commented. Another added, “Truly iconic.”
Others had suggestions for Tove’s future movie nights. “Her first movie should be Tarzan,” one person wrote, referencing Phil Collins’ unforgettable soundtrack for the animated classic.
At the end of January, Collins and her husband, director Charlie McDowell, announced that they had quietly welcomed their first child.
"Welcome to the center of our world, Tove Jane McDowell,” they shared. “Words will never express our endless gratitude for our incredible surrogate and everyone who helped us along the way. We love you to the moon and back again …”
Despite facing online criticism for their surrogacy journey, the couple seems to be fully embracing life with their newborn.
Earlier this month, Collins posted a sweet snapshot of herself cradling Tove, who was bundled up in a floral beanie. “Mom mode …” she captioned the post.
With heartwarming moments like these, it’s safe to say that Collins, McDowell, and baby Tove are soaking up every second of their new chapter as a family.
Source: She Knows