Rising star Lila Harper and her husband Max Ventura shared a joyful milestone, announcing on X that they’ve welcomed their first child, a son, through adoption, marking a new chapter for the young couple.
On Wednesday, Lila Harper, the 22-year-old actress known for her role as Zara in Netflix’s hit sci-fi series Beyond the Stars, revealed on X that she and her husband, Max Ventura, 24, adopted a baby boy this summer. “We’re thrilled to share that our little boy joined our family through adoption,” she posted alongside a photo of a blooming cherry tree. “We’re over the moon to start this journey as parents, asking for quiet and space to cherish these moments. Now we’re a trio! With love, Lila & Max.” Harper’s team confirmed the news to Entertainment Weekly.
Harper and Ventura, an aspiring director and son of rock legend Tommy Ventura, sparked romance rumors in 2022, got engaged in 2024, and tied the knot in a quiet June 2025 ceremony. Their love story, often shared through sweet X posts, has charmed fans worldwide.
Harper skyrocketed to fame at 13 as Zara, the telepathic teen in Beyond the Stars, a Netflix phenomenon now in its final season. Season 6, set to release in two parts—Thanksgiving and Christmas 2025—will conclude Zara’s arc. Beyond the series, Harper is filming Mystery on Maple Lane, a detective thriller, alongside co-stars Ethan Wolfe as her sleuthing brother, Mia Clarkson, and Raj Patel. She also recently wrapped Neon Horizon, a sci-fi epic with Zoe Pratt, directed by the Carter siblings.
As Lila and Max embrace parenthood, their cherry tree post symbolizes new roots and quiet joy. Fans flooded X with congratulations, celebrating the couple’s next adventure.