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Exclusive: Reagan Bregman on her big baby announcement video with husband Alex Bregman

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Reagan and Alex Bregman are expecting their first child in August.

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One of Houston’s most dynamic sports couples is celebrating a big announcement. Houston Astros star Alex Bregman and his wife, fashion entrepreneur Reagan, revealed that they’re expecting their first child via a charming Instagram video on Monday, February 14.

“I wanted to do something special that was more than a photo and we brainstormed the video idea together yesterday,” Reagan tells CultureMap exclusively. “I can’t wait to show it to our baby one day!”

Set to country crooner Brett Young’s ballad “In Case You Didn’t Know,” the video follows the Bregmans as they walk to a stroller revealing a sonogram photo in the seat. Alex affectionately kisses Reagan’s belly, then the duo then embraces and waves to the camera. “Baby, we’re crazy about you,” the couple declares on the post which has more than 150,000 views as of Tuesday.

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Astros ace pitcher Lance McCullers, Jr., a close friend and business partner with Bregman, cheered on the Bregmans, commenting, “LETS GO!!!! BABY BREGMAN ON THE WAY” on the post.

In his sixth season with the club, pivotal infielder and fan favorite Bregman powered through injuries in 2021 to make a triumphant comeback, one he documented in the short film No Sunshine: Reset. Rebuild. Rise. His slugging (his homeruns are affectionately known as Breggie Bombs), fielding, and veteran presence will be crucial for a team vying for another title after last year’s World Series run.

Meanwhile, much like her husband, Reagan is hardly taking a moment off since the news. The busy mom-to-be launched Exiza, a sustainable, ethical athleisure line last year and is still managing daily operations — from top to bottom.

“Overall, I’m feeling pretty good,” she says. “Some days, I’m extremely tired, but now that I’m in my second trimester I feel some energy coming back. I am still running Exiza day to day and we have so many new and exciting additions we are making to the line. I am very lucky I get to work from home though, because some days all I want to do is nap.”

As for the bundle of joy, the burning question is: will it be a little Alex or little Reagan? The glowing Mom tells us, “I’m just excited to be surprised!”

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a new record

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo commits over $30 million to education

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The money supports studies in fields such as animal husbandry.

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo continues its annual tradition of breaking its own record when it comes to educational endowments. On Giving Tuesday, the organization pledged to disburse $30,353,380 in 2026 in the form of scholarships, grants, and other funding.

“This milestone moment of reaching $30 million in a single year highlights the Rodeo’s unwavering dedication to Texas youth and education,” HLSR president and CEO Chris Boleman said in a statement. “Thanks to our loyal donors, sponsors, more than 36,000 volunteers and dedicated attendees, 2026 will reach historic heights in supporting the next generation of leaders, agricultural professionals and organizations that share the Rodeo’s mission.”

This brings the total of education funding provided by the Rodeo since 1932 up to $660 million. Last year's $28 million commitment also set a new record.

One innovation this year is the establishment of the Area Go Texan Vocational Scholarship, a program that expands on the relationship with 68 Texas counties through the Area Go Texan affiliate program. One student from each county will receive $6,000 toward a degree or certificate in a vocational field at a Texas nonprofit college or university. Another $500,000 in vocational scholarships will awarded to 10 schools in 2026. Guidelines for applying can be found at this link.

In total, the Rodeo will hand out $15,126,000 in scholarships, $11,273,500 to junior exhibitors, $3,430,880 in grants, and $523,000 in graduate assistantships. Grants will be awarded to 82 Texas institutions and organizations, such as Arts for Rural Texas, BridgeYear, The Bryan Museum, Diversity in the Arts and Entertainment, Greater Houston Partnership Foundation, Multicultural Education and Counseling through the Arts (MECA), Space Center Houston, Texas State University Development Foundation, and University of St. Thomas at Houston.

Money for the annual endowment is raised through the annual auctions, sales of livestock and art, and through charitable donations. The goal of the endowment program is to promote study and research in agriculture, animal husbandry, and other fields that directly benefit the Rodeo.

The Rodeo is scheduled to run from March 2 – 22, 2026. More information on performers, attractions, and vendors can be found at RodeoHouston.com. Scholarship applications are open through February 2, with funds being awarded in summer 2026.

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