Jackson Rathbone and girlfriend Sheila Hafsadi have a baby boy

"Twilight" star Jackson Rathbone and girlfriend Sheila Hafsadi have more than Independence Day to celebrate this July -- the couple welcomed a baby boy on July 5. It's the first child for both new parents.

Monroe Jackson Rathbone VI (dad's full name is Monroe Jackson Rathbone V) made his appearance into the world at 9:43 a.m., People reports. The little one weighed 8 lbs., 11 oz.

"Thank you ALL for the love & support! Sheila & I couldn't be happier to have such a beautiful, healthy baby boy, Monroe Jackson Rathbone VI," the actor wrote on his Twitter. "Feeling so blessed! What an amazing day! Love and respect, Bone Daddy."

Rathbone and Hafsadi announced they were expecting in February. The actor/musician met Hafsadi, a burlesque dancer, while on tour with his band 100 Monkeys.