The couple’s second son, Edoardo Ponti, was born in January 1973.

… For me, nothing could substitute motherhood," perCloser Weekly.

The elder, Carlo Ponti Jr., is now a globally renowned conductor and music educator.

Sophia Loren smiling

Both sons have two children, makingLoren a beloved grandmotheras well.

Carlo’s firstborn, Vittorio Leone Ponti, arrived in April 2007.

My family is united.

Carlo Ponti and Sophia Loren smiling

I am rich from the birth of these four grandchildren.

And my two sons, they are magic children for me.

I am a very happy woman."

Edoardo Ponti, Sophia Loren, and Carlo Ponti Jr.