SC’s Nikki Haley now a grandmother as daughter, son-in-law have first child
Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley is a grandmother, and a little sooner than expected.
Haley’s daughter, Rena Haley Jackson, and her husband, Joshua, had their first child Wednesday, according to social media posts from the family.
Their daughter, Gia Kumari Jackson, was born Wednesday morning. She weighed 6 pounds 3 ounces “with lots of hair,” Rena Haley Jackson posted on Instagram.
The couple expected to have their daughter on New Year’s Day, but she came before the due date.
“Christmas came early for our family. Michael and I are now proud grandparents!” Nikki Haley posted on social media. “Our hearts could not be happier or feel more blessed. Mom and baby are happy and healthy with a proud ‘girl dad’ by their side. We are thrilled.”
This story was originally published December 19, 2025 at 10:04 AM.
