Washington, Dec 17 (ANI): British actress Helena Bonham Carter and her director beau Tim Burton have become the proud parents of a baby girl.

Bonham Carter gave birth late Saturday, December 15, in London.

Her rep told People magazine that the couple are 'absolutely delighted' to have a daughter.

"They are absolutely delighted they have a daughter. It's a lovely Christmas present for the family," the actress's rep, Karon Maskill told the mag.

The little girl is the second child for the couple, who also have a son Billy, 4.

The birth was not the only good news for Bonham Carter and Burton however, for they have both been nominated for Golden Globe awards for 'Sweeny Todd'. While Bonham Carter is in the running to pick up the gong for Best Actress, Burton has been nominated in the Best Director category.

The movie also stars Burton's pal and frequent collaborator Johnny Depp. (ANI)