Claire Danes expecting joy

Claire Danes is excited to be starting a family. The pregnant “Homeland” actress was spotted at Recette in the West Village on Monday with “Girls” star Lena Dunham and publicist Jodi Gottlieb. The group had a casual dinner of spaghetti, and we’re told the atmosphere around them seemed “cozy and celebratory.” “Claire was chatting about her excitement to have a family,” says a witness. “She and Lena seemed very friendly.” Danes is married to “Black Hawk Down” actor Hugh Dancy.

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