Sheryl Crow adopts baby boy

14-05-2007 11:30

Sheryl Crow has adopted a two-week-old boy.The 45-year-old singer, who announced the happy news on her official website, has revealed she will be taking a break from music to spend time with her new son.Sheryl said: "Hey everybody, I am so excited to share with you guys that I've adopted a little boy. He was born two weeks ago. His name is Wyatt (after my dad) Steven (after my little brother and manager). We are enjoying some very private family time. Just wanted you to be the first to know."Sheryl's representative Dave Tomberlin said the child had been born in the US, adding: "Sheryl is going to take some time off to be a mom."The star made the announcement after completing a Stop Global Warming college tour. She visited 11 universities across the US to educate students about environmental issues.Sheryl, who recently said she was the "happiest she's ever been', has had a turbulent last year.