Vanessa Morgan is expecting her first child

Vanessa Morgan is expecting her first child.

The 'Riverdale' star has confirmed she is pregnant with her and husband Michael Kopech's baby boy.

She wrote on Instagram: "Was debating keeping this part of my life hidden but I knew people would see pictures eventually with my belly & I wanted you guys to hear it from me ... I do want to keep this chapter of my life private but did want to be the first to share the news. I am overjoyed to be welcoming my baby boy into the world this January ... It's almost like everything I thought mattered in this life has completely changed. (sic)"

And Vanessa - who tied the knot with Michael in January 2020 - insisted she "couldn't wait" to be the "best mommy she can be".

She added: "We're here for such a greater purpose and life is so precious. I can't believe how much growth and strength you've already given me as your mom. It's like God knew I needed you, my angel. The universe works in mysterious ways but always times everything the way it was meant to be. Lil one you were made with so much love & already exude a light so strong it warms my belly. Thank you God for this blessing ... I'm just so happy & can't wait to dedicate everyday to being the best mommy I can be ... 'I'll love you forever I'll like you for always as long as I'm living my baby you'll be' - if you know you know #preggers (sic)"

Vanessa and Michael announced their engagement in the previous July, after he proposed in front of Mooney Falls near the Grand Canyon in Arizona.