Alexa Vega and Carlos Pena Announce Their Daughter Was Stillborn: ‘We May Never Get Answers’

Actors Alexa Vega and Carlos Pena recently shared some deeply sad news.

The couple, who became famous as child stars and later married, announced that their daughter, Indy, was stillborn.

Alexa and Carlos took to Instagram to post a heartfelt joint statement about their loss. “There are never the right words to say when it comes to loss,” they began, expressing the difficulty of putting such a painful experience into words.

Indy was the couple’s fourth child, and in their post, they shared a little about what she looked like. They described her as “absolutely beautiful” and said she looked a lot like her father, with dark hair that matched his. Though their time with Indy was brief, Alexa and Carlos cherished even the short moment they had with her.

The couple explained that their grief has come in “waves,” meaning that some days feel more intense than others, with moments of peace in between. They feel grateful for having had even a little time with Indy, though the loss is still very hard to bear. They also shared that they may never have all the answers as to why this happened, adding another layer to their grief.

Alexa and Carlos’s announcement touched many people, as they chose to be open about their sadness and the difficulty of losing a child. They didn’t hold back in expressing the mixture of emotions—grief, gratitude, and love—that they feel. Their story is a reminder that loss is complex, and everyone’s journey through grief is personal and unique.

Though they are heartbroken, Alexa and Carlos showed courage by sharing their experience publicly. Their openness helps others feel less alone, especially those who may have experienced similar losses. The couple’s fans and followers have been supportive, sending them love and strength during this challenging time.

Alexa and Carlos have allowed others to witness both their sorrow and their strength.