Supermodel and television personality Tyra Banks is definitely on a cloud nine after she welcomed her first child with boyfriend Erik Asla via surrogate. The 42-year-old former Victoria's Secret model confirmed the arrival of the baby on Wednesday.

Banks, who had previously opened up about her infertility struggles, had revealed that she had undergone IVF procedures in hopes of conceiving. Now, the supermodel is a proud mom to a healthy baby boy named, York Banks Asla, whose arrival was announced on the model's Instagram account.

"The best present we worked and prayed so hard for is finally here," the supermodel wrote, as per Daily Mail. "He's got my fingers and big eyes and his daddy Erik's mouth and chin. As we thank the angel of a woman that carried our miracle baby boy for us, we pray for everyone who struggles to reach this joyous milestone. York Banks Asla, welcome to the world."

Aside from her Instagram announcement, she also gave an exclusive statement to People regarding her baby's arrival.

"We are so excited for our new baby boy bundle of joy," she stated. "The journey to now has not been an easy process, as I've shared before. But there was a beautiful bright light at the end of the tunnel for me and his father, Erik... My hopes and dreams are filled with well wishes that they get to feel what my little treasure, York Banks Asla, feels like in my arms."

While we all know who Tyra Banks is, many are still curious about her boyfriend and baby daddy, Erik Asla. So, here are 5 interesting things we've learned about him.

1. Erik Asla is now a father of four.

Asla is now a father of four. According to Bustle, his work bio revealed that he's living in the City of Angels with his three daughters. And one of them is signed with Elite modeling agency.

2. Erik Asla is a Norwegian photographer.

Asla is a Norwegian born and bred. But he eventually moved to Los Angeles for work and his remarkable abilities behind the lens landed him a job as an assistant to legendary photographer Herb Ritts.

3. Erik Asla boasts an impressive resume.

Due to his impressive talent as a photographer, he has shot campaigns for Calvin Klein and done editorials for well-known fashion magazine such as Allure, The New York Times Magazine, Vanity Fair, Bazaar, Marie Claire, Elle, Glamour, GQ Australia and Interview.

4. Erik Asla and Tyra Banks met at work.

Asla, 50, and Banks' romance actually blossomed after they met on the set of Norway's "Next Top Model." The couple have been together since then and their relationship has been going strong.

5. Erik Asla has been dating Tyra Banks for over two years.

The couple have celebrated their second anniversary back in September 2015, Hollywood Life noted. In June of the same year, they were spotted perusing some home furnishings, which hinted that the couple were living together. They also have wanted to start a family but Banks struggled with fertility issues prior to the arrival of their son via surrogate.

In other news, Banks is reportedly joining the "Celebrity Apprentice," which will be hosted by Arnold Schwarzenegger. E! News reported Banks will be joined by Honest Company founder/CCO and actress Jessica Alba and Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer in dealing with the celebrity contestants.