Media maven Lisa Ling was proud to report via Twitter earlier today that she'd become an Auntie.

"What a year it's been. Welcome to the world little Li Jefferson (well, not so little at 8.2 lbs). Auntie Li is... http://twitpic.com/1tkukt"

Ling's new niece, Li Jefferson Clayton, is even named after Auntie Lisa. Baby Li's other illustrious namesake is none other than President Bill (William Jefferson) Clinton, who brought Ling's sister, Laura, and fellow journalist Euna Lee back from North Korea after five months in captivity last year.

Ling reports that her sister and brother-in-law, Iain Clayton, "are too speechless" at the sight of their new daughter. Auntie Lisa, however, isn't speechless over her namesake - she told People Magazine, "Li is super adorable!"

Congratulations, Auntie Lisa!

Photo: People.com/Steve Grayson
Published: June 3, 2010