Benedict Cumberbatch, wife Sophie Hunter welcome second child, name him after Shakespearean hero

LONDON: Actor Benedict Cumberbatch has reportedly welcomed his second child, a baby boy, with wife Sophie Hunter.

The 'Sherlock' star's wife is said to have given birth earlier in March to a boy, who has been named after Shakespearean hero Hal.

Prince Hal was the nickname, the great writer gave to the young Henry V in his plays.

Cumberbatch also starred in "The Hollow Crown", a BBC series based on Shakespeare's work.

The couple, who tied the knot in 2015, is also parents to Christopher, who was born in June.