ALBANY, NEW YORK: In a world where celebrities often make headlines for their personal lives, one name has recently emerged as the talk of the town. Al Pacino, the legendary actor known for his iconic roles in 'Godfather' and 'Serpico', has become a father at the age of 83, making him possibly the oldest celebrity in history to embark on this journey. The actor and his 29-year-old girlfriend, Noor Alfallah, are expecting a baby, and are currently 8 months pregnant.
The couple has been linked since April 2022, when they were spotted going for dinner together, sparking rumors of a relationship. Although, Sources reveal that they have been dating since the Covid-19 pandemic began. While Al Pacino's news has captured the public's attention, there is another individual who has surpassed even this remarkable milestone, claiming the title of the oldest new dad ever. Meet Les Colley, an extraordinary man who has defied expectations and proven that age is no barrier to the joys of fatherhood.
Who is Les Colley?
Les Colley, an Australian man born in 1898 and who died in 1998, holds the title of the oldest father ever, according to the Guinness World Records website. It is claimed that he allegedly fathered his ninth child at the age of 92 with a Fijian woman he met through a dating agency. Despite the hurdles, including his age, Les Colley's dream of becoming a father again became a reality with the help of assisted reproductive technology.
'The oldest father ever!'
Through IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) and the support of medical professionals, Colley and his partner were able to bring a healthy baby girl into the world. Colley's record-breaking accomplishment as the oldest new dad ever stands as a testament to the possibilities that exist with modern medicine and the unwavering human spirit. Despite his remarkable achievement as the oldest new dad ever, Les Colley's life was tragically cut short.
Having lived a vibrant and active life, Les Colley passed away in 1998 due to pneumonia, only four months before celebrating his 100th birthday, according to Daily Mail. While Al Pacino's impending fatherhood is a notable event, Les Colley's story serves as an inspiration, proving that age should never limit one's desire for parenthood. However, Al Pacino has been blessed with children from previous relationships, including his 33-year-old daughter Julie Marie, whom he shares with his ex-girlfriend Jan Tarrant, and his 22-year-old twins Anton and Olivia, born during his relationship with Beverly D'Angelo. Although the child he is expecting with Noor Alfallah will be his first with her, adding another chapter to Pacino's journey of fatherhood.