Yakov to become father for third time

According to a recent article in People Magazine, popular headline entertainer Yakov Smirnoff is expecting his third child.

Smirnoff (FILE)

Smirnoff, a nationally known comedian, is a staple in the Branson area, having maintained a theater here for many years.

Yakov Smirnoff and wife, Olivia, announced their pregnancy to People Magazine. This will be the couple's first child together.

"At my age, most people are planning for retirement. Me? I'm buying diapers. Not for me—but for our future child," said Smirnoff in the exclusive interview with People.

"I have two grown children already, but they haven't had kids yet. So, we figured we'd just go ahead and make our own grandchild," Smirnoff continued. "We'll skip a generation. Only in America can you have a baby, be eligible for Medicare and get a senior discount on diapers all at the same time. What a country!"

Smirnoff, age 74, is the father to daughter Natasha, born in 1990 and son Alexander, born in 1992.