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Fall Out Boy star Pete Wentz names baby Marvel Jane

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Fall Out Boy bassist Pete Wentz and his girlfriend Meagan Camper have named their new baby girl Marvel Jane.

He shared the news of his daughter's arrival on Instagram, adding: "She's already ready to take over the world."

A photo shows Pete with Meagan - who is cradling the new baby - alongside his two older sons, Bronx and Saint.

Fans were quick to comment on the baby sharing the name with the famous comic book franchise - with one saying Pete is the "ultimate Marvel stan".

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Pete, 38, announced in January he and Meagan, 29, were expecting a daughter.

Pete already has a son, Bronx, nine, whose mum is singer Ashlee Simpson, and a younger son, Saint, three, with Meagan.

Fans offered their congratulations and many also commented on Marvel's name.

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Some even pointed out the added significance of the baby's middle name.

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Pete has previously hinted he's a big fan of the Marvel franchise.

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