Emmy Russell and her partner, fellow singer-songwriter Tyler Ward, shared an update from the hospital after Baby No. 1’s arrival. The former American Idol contestant welcomed her first child early Friday morning (January 31).

Loretta Lynn 's granddaughter, former American Idol contestant Emmy Russell, has welcomed her first child. Southern Living reports that 26-year-old Russell gave birth to a baby girl on Friday (Jan. 31). The baby's father is her longtime boyfriend, musician Tyler Ward.

Emmy Russell, the granddaughter of the late country music star Loretta Lynn, had an exciting family update to share with her friends and fans late last week. As the American Idol alum revealed in a Jan.

The singer is still in hospital following 'tough' complications after the birth of her first child, including heavy blood loss.