Former Miss Universe Zuleyka Rivera Pregnant with NBA Star JJ Barea's Baby!

Zuleyka Rivera, who was crowned Miss Universe in 2006, is pregnant with her first child, People en Español reports. The Puerto-Rican beauty queen issued a press release which stated that she is pregnant with fellow Boricua Dallas Mavericks player, JJ Barea.

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Rivera, who had begun filming a new telenovela Corazón Apasionado, had to retire from her role to focus on her pregnancy. 

“All this came as a surprise, but I feel very fortunate.  I come from a very close family and understand that a baby is a blessing,” she said.  She also added that Barea is happy to start a family together, but that they do not have any plans to get married for now.