Candace Cameron Bure Becomes a Grandmother as Son Lev and Wife Elliott Reveal Their Miracle Babys Rare Name and Gender
Candace Cameron Bure has embarked on a new journey as her son Lev Bure and his spouse, Elliott, have recently welcomed their first child. However, the family’s announcement revealed much more than just a joyful birth.
The new parents chose to wait until their little bundle of joy was home before making the announcement, sharing touching photos and the emotional challenges they faced in the weeks following his premature birth.
When Lev and Elliott finally revealed their baby to the public, fans were captivated by the baby’s gender and unique name, while the incredible story of his early days sparked a wave of love from family, friends, and supporters.
Lev and Elliott Welcome Their First Child
Candace officially stepped into her role as a grandmother when Lev and Elliott celebrated the birth of their son on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. The couple kept this significant milestone under wraps until Sunday, September 27.
In her Instagram update, Elliott shared the first images of their son and detailed the challenges they endured during the time before his introduction to the public.
Their son is a boy, and the couple chose a name that stood out: Bond Leo Bure.
Elliott began her announcement with excitement, stating “Welcome baby boy!!!!” along with sharing Bond’s full name and birth date. Behind this joyful reveal, however, was a serious reason for their extended stay in the hospital.
Bond was born 10 weeks premature, weighing only three pounds, and was immediately placed in the neonatal intensive care unit.
After spending five weeks and five days in the NICU, Lev and Elliott finally experienced the long-awaited moment of bringing their son home.
Elliott described the experience as emotionally taxing, filled with “lots of tears, countless prayers,” and long hours spent at the hospital. Upon announcing Bond’s homecoming, she referred to him as their “miracle boy.”
Candace Celebrates Her New Grandson
Bond’s birth marked a significant moment for Candace as it made her a grandmother for the first time—a milestone she had been eagerly awaiting. She shared her feelings in the comments of Elliott’s Instagram announcement.
Candace expressed her joy, stating, “Bond Leo is a miracle baby 😭🙌🏼🙏🏻❤️ Our hearts could not be more full of love. You and Lev are the most amazing parents – and we are here for every minute of it 🙌🏼❤️ We love you all sooooooo much 💙🩵💙.”
The arrival of Bond also adds another generation to the Bure family. Candace married former NHL player Val Bure in 1996, raising three children: Natasha, Lev, and Maksim.
The family’s newest member received a warm welcome from his aunt, Natasha Bure Perry, who is also expecting a child with her husband, Bradley Steven Perry.
Natasha commented, “Perfect boy!!!! My heart 😭🧸🫶🏼 We love Bond,” while Bradley simply added, “Perfect little guy!!!!!”.
Fans Excited About Bond’s Unique Name
The announcement of Lev and Elliott becoming parents drew significant attention, particularly due to Bond Leo Bure’s distinctive name, which quickly became a topic of discussion.
One follower praised the unusual choice, commenting, “Bond beautiful rare unique name,” and another added, “bond is such a cute name 🥹 congratulations!!”.
A third commenter associated the strong name with the little boy’s long-awaited return home after his challenging NICU journey, stating, “Welcome to the world Bond Leo – and welcome home; strong name, strong boy💙🫶.”
Another fan celebrated both the birth and the name, writing, “Congratulations on Baby Bond…God’s miracle boy and a bundle of joy!!! What a beautiful name: Bond Leo Bure! So happy for all…Congratulations!🩵🪁🧢🚙💙.”
A fifth person simply remarked, “What a cute name!” These reactions followed an extraordinary couple of months for the Bure family, during which Candace learned that two of her children were both expecting.
Recent Pregnancy Announcements from the Family
Natasha and Bradley were the first to share their baby news. On Thursday, May 7, they announced their pregnancy in a joint Instagram post.
The couple shared adorable pictures of themselves wearing matching blue-and-white striped shirts while enjoying drinks from mugs labeled “Dada!” and “Mama!” Natasha opted for an unbuttoned shirt to showcase her growing baby bump.
“Our dream role 🐣” was how the couple described their announcement. Then, just three weeks later, Lev and Elliott revealed their own pregnancy news.
The couple shared their exciting news in another Instagram update, posing together with a sonogram. “baby bure coming soon !!!!!” Elliott excitedly wrote.
At that time, Bond’s premature birth was still forthcoming, resulting in Lev becoming a father—and Candace becoming a grandmother—before Natasha delivered her own first child.
Candace Already Has a Grandmother Name in Mind
Candace had been enthusiastically discussing her desire to be a grandmother long before either baby arrived. When Natasha shared her pregnancy news in May, Candace expressed her “overwhelming joy” about the family milestone.
She also revealed the grandmother nickname she had been hoping for: Candy Gram. This playful moniker had been on her mind for some time, as she shared on her podcast in late 2025.
In a clip shared on Facebook, she recounted how her children had previously rejected the name, saying, “You know what I want… but my kids have veto’d? … They are like, ‘That’s so dumb, mom.’ I want CandyGram. My name’s Candy, and I’m a grandma — I’m CandyGram!”.
As Natasha prepared for motherhood, Candace proudly continued to use the name. She mentioned that becoming a grandmother was a dream come true and considered witnessing Natasha embrace motherhood one of her life’s greatest gifts.
Candace expressed that she was celebrating “answered prayer” as she looked forward to her role as a “Candy Gram,” emphasizing the desire to cherish this new chapter.
“Our family is so full of love, and we can’t wait to welcome this precious little one — who already has the most wonderful parents,” she noted.
The Family Embraces the Next Generation
Natasha and Bradley had openly expressed their desire for children even before announcing their pregnancy. They tied the knot in September 2025 during a romantic garden ceremony in Malibu, California, attended by 150 guests.
Bradley stated that when he looked at Natasha, he envisioned her as the future mother of his children, praising her nurturing nature and saying she would be an amazing mother.
Natasha was also vocal about her dreams of building a family with Bradley, saying, “I personally can’t wait to have little Bradleys running around … Starting a life together is going to be the most incredible journey that I can’t wait to embark on. He’s just my person.”
Their May announcement confirmed that the newlyweds were entering that next phase in life. Just three weeks later, Lev and Elliott shared their pregnancy news, setting the stage for another major milestone in the Bure family that arrived sooner than anticipated.
A Shift from Empty Nest to Growing Family
Becoming a grandmother represents a significant transition for Candace, especially after she had spoken about the empty nest phase of her life just two years prior. In 2024, she candidly discussed her struggle with the quietness that came after her children left home.
With her once-bustling home now silent, she shared that the change can feel lonely and sad.
Candace explained how she and Val took advantage of their quieter time together to reconnect and redefine their relationship without their children around.
She reflected, “A decision you make when the kids are gone is, ‘Are you going to relearn your spouse and be interested in the things that they’re interested in or try doing new things together?”.
Candace noted that they became best friends again. Although she had hoped to become a grandmother while still in her 40s, the long-awaited moment finally came when she turned 50.
Before Bond’s birth, she described herself as “over the moon” while daydreaming about the memories and traditions she would create with her grandchild.
She stated, “I already find myself thinking about all the traditions and memories we’ll get to create and thanking the Lord for this gift. Candy Gram is ready and waiting!” Ultimately, she didn’t have to wait as long as she thought.
Bond Leo Bure was born on August 4, ten weeks early and weighing just three pounds. After spending over five weeks in the NICU, Lev and Elliott joyfully brought their son home, introducing their “miracle boy” to the world, marking a heartfelt beginning to Candace’s long-awaited grandmother chapter.
