Drake Not Baby Daddy, Keshia Chanté Confirms

Keshia Chanté has definitively denied speculation that Canadian singer Drake is the father of her new baby. During an interview on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, Chanté stated clearly, "He is not the dad." This statement aims to end persistent rumors that circulated after her maternity photos were shared online.

Chanté did share that the father of her son is involved in the music industry and is also a public figure. She expressed excitement for her son, anticipating he will grow into a "little musical, magical person." Drake's representatives had already denied the paternity claims to TMZ on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.

The two artists have a history, having been aspiring entertainers in Toronto around the turn of the century. They were romantically involved in the early 2000s and have maintained a friendship despite their diverging career paths. Fans had previously theorized that "Kiki" in Drake's hit song "In My Feelings" referred to Chanté, but this was debunked.

Drake last publicly reunited with Chanté on stage at a Toronto show in 2022, referring to her as his "first girlfriend." Drake's only publicly known child is Adonis Graham, who is set to celebrate his 9th birthday on Sunday, October 11, 2026. The mother of Adonis Graham is Sophie Brussaux. Drake also recently released a deluxe version of his album HABIBTI (FOMO) on October 2, 2026, featuring four new songs.