ETHAN HAWKE has married the former nanny of his children in a secret New York ceremony.

The actor and his new wife RYAN SHAWHUGHES were spotted wearing wedding rings, despite previously denying marriage rmours.

The 37-year-old, who was previously married to actress UMA THURMAN, and his 28-year-old bride are expecting their first child together, reportedly a girl.

He already has two children - Maya Ray, 9, and six-year-old Levon Roan - Kill Bill star Uma.

Spotted out and about in New York this week, the couple were keeping active despite Ryan's burgeoning baby bump.

While she and their dog enjoyed the summer sunshine and a brisk walk, Ethan soothed any pre-baby worries with a run in Greenwich Village.

Their relationship has been a controversial one as Hawke met his new wife when Pulp Fiction star Uma hired her to take care of their children.

Despite rumours, the actor has maintained since their split in 2003 that he did not get involved with nanny Ryan until after he was divorced in 2005.