People.com Celebrity Parents Linda Cardellini Expecting First Child Linda Cardellini is expecting her first child with boyfriend Steven Rodriguez, her rep tells PEOPLE exclusively. By Staff Author Published on October 18, 2011 05:00 PM Share Tweet Pin Email Freaks, geeks … and a baby on the way. Linda Cardellini is expecting her first child with boyfriend Steven Rodriguez early next year, her rep tells PEOPLE exclusively. “They’re excited to start a family together,” says the rep. The actress, 36, known for her roles on ER, Freaks and Geeks and in the Scooby-Doo movies, is busy promoting her new film Return, which premiered at the Cannes film festival this year. Starring alongside Oscar nominee Michael Shannon, Cardellini plays a war veteran who has a difficult time adjusting to her normal life when she returns home. She was also recently back on primetime, guest-starring on the new CBS show Person of Interest with Jim Caviezel. — Sara Hammel Related Articles Where Are They Now? The Cast of Lost George Lucas' Career in Photos 'Fast and Furious 10' Nears Landing Director Louis Leterrier After Justin Lin's Exit':' Reports Christopher Walken's Life and Career in Photos Who's Due Next? Celebs Who Are Expecting Star Tracks - Friday, May 13, 2005 Linda Cardellini Welcomes Daughter Lilah-Rose Star Tracks: Monday, October 6, 2014 Star Tracks: Wednesday, February 1, 2012 BumpWatch: Linda Cardellini Debuts Her Baby Belly Linda Cardellini: Delivering My Daughter Was Difficult Pregnant Rachel Weisz Shows Off Her Growing Baby Bump, Plus Nina Agdal, Meghan Trainor and More Pregnant Claire Danes Shows Off Her Growing Baby Bump, Plus Mila Kunis, Brie Larson and More 20 Years Later, Where Is the Cast of 'Freaks & Geeks' Now? Paul Feig Confirms All-Female 'Ghostbusters 3' : Here's Bill Murray's Fantasy Casting Emayatzy Corinealdi Is Pregnant! Actress Expecting First Child with Husband Jermaine: 'I'm in Awe' Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies