But it wasn't the couple who broke the happy news. Nicky’s friend gave the scoop to Apple Daily saying: “Shishi has given birth. Please wait for official news.”.

At 7.36am this morning (April 29), the actor took to Weibo to confirm the birth of his son. "The little one has arrived. Both mother and son are safe, thanks everyone for your concern! Dearest mum, you’ve worked hard!”

In response to his post, Cecilia happily replied,” "The little one is extremely cute."

According to Apple Daily, a reader had spotted the couple admitting into a Taipei hospital on Saturday morning. 

Prior to giving birth, Shishi had announced that she would not be accepting any projects due to her pregnancy and that she would stay at home to take care of her health. 

The couple, who fell in love on the set of hit Chinese drama Scarlet Heart in 2011, registered for marriage in 2015. A year later, they threw a star-studded wedding in Ayana Resort and Spa in Bali. 

Last year, the couple were spotted touring the famous Kiyomizu-dera temple in Kyoto. Their romantic sojourn made headlines because the temple is famed fulfilling the wishes of couples hoping to have kids.

So those of you out there who are trying for kids, perhaps you can visit this holy site?