'I can't stop crying!' Stars rush to congratulate Perez Hilton after surprise announcement that he's become a father

He's not been the kindest of commentators over the years.
But the stars rushed to congratulate celebrity blogger Perez Hilton when he made the shock announcement that he had become a father.
Amongst those offering their best wishes were Wendy Williams, Ricky Martin, Rosie O'Donnell,The Back Street Boys and Kevin Jonas.

Proud parent: Perez Hilton announced on Wednesday that he had become a father to a baby boy. He accompanied the news with a picture of himself cradling the little one

The celebrity blogger announced on Wednesday that he had become a father to a baby boy. The openly gay blogger gave no details of the birth or who the child's mother.

'I am ready to announce that earlier this month I was blessed with the birth of my first child, a beautiful and healthy baby boy - with lots of hair on his tiny head!' wrote the 34-year-old on his eponymous celebrity gossip site.

The surprise announcement was accompanied by a shot of the blogger gently cradling the tiny tot, who was barely visible under a stripy hat and blanket.

Stocking up: The blogger was spotted shopping for baby clothes at Target in West Hollywood in January

The blogger was clearly smitten, stating, 'I am so humbled to welcome this little man into my life. And I am honored and ready for the challenge of guiding him through his.'

'My family is overjoyed at this newest and most cherished addition,' he added.

Perez, whose real name is Mario Lavandeira, went on to thank his readers for supporting his 'five websites' and for 'welcoming' him into their lives.

Bringing up baby: The 34-year-old was seen picking out clothes hangers for the new addition to his family

The writer never revealed that he was expecting a child, so Wednesday's news comes as surprise for his fans.
They rushed to congratulate him.
'Overwhelmed by your sweet messages of support! I keep bursting out in tears of joy! THANK YOU for sending us so much love!' tweeted Perez in response.
'Thank you again for baby well-wishes!' he later wrote, asking well wishers to donate to charity in lieu of gifts.