Julia Roberts, the 58-year-old Oscar-winning actress, honored her husband Danny Moder’s 57th birthday by sharing a rare affectionate photo of the couple on Instagram over the weekend. The image shows the longtime pair embracing, with Moder gently holding a handful of Roberts’ hair, capturing a tender moment between them. In her caption, Roberts wrote,
“My fav day. My fav man. #131 #WLF,”
expressing her love and admiration on this special occasion.
Milestones in Their Marriage and Family Life
Roberts and Moder have been married for 23 years, celebrating their anniversary on July 4 this year. Moder himself recently paid tribute to Roberts, posting an image of their reflection captured in a silver spoon. He wrote,
“23 years is SILVER.. here we are in my engraved SPOON! the fun continues… and a happy 4th to all,”
highlighting the significance of their silver wedding anniversary. The couple shares three children: fraternal twins Hazel and Phinnaeus, aged 21, and their youngest son Henry, who turned 18 in June.
Parenting Insights and Family Celebrations Shared Publicly
Throughout the year, Roberts and Moder have shared glimpses into their family life on social media. Last spring, Moder commemorated Mother’s Day by posting a photo of Roberts with their children, writing,
“Mothers make the coolest stuff. Love these guys.”
Similarly, Roberts celebrated Henry’s 18th birthday in June by posting a nostalgic childhood photo alongside the message,
“In the blink of a joyful eye this beacon of a boy is 18. I love you Henry. #goldenboy #goldenbirthday.”
For the twins’ birthday in November, Roberts affectionately described them as “game changers, life alterers, ❤️expanders,” marveling at how quickly they have grown to 21 years old.
Julia Roberts Opens Up About Parenting Approach in Interview with George Clooney
In a revealing discussion published in the first issue of 72 Magazine, Roberts spoke candidly to longtime friend and fellow actor George Clooney about her approach to raising their children. She characterized herself and Moder as “stricter parents” compared to their peers, particularly when it came to controlling their children’s access to phones and the internet. Roberts explained,
“I think they were, for sure, some of the last kids in their peer groups to get phones and stuff like that.”
She further described the consistency in their parenting style, stating,
“When they were younger, certainly, Danny and I would have been considered some of the stricter parents. Not like we’re laying down the law, but these are the rules and they don’t change.”
Roberts emphasized that their children experience a clear, stable structure where
“Here’s the boundary of your life and it does not shift,”
reinforcing the sense of security that stability in parenting instills.
Roberts continued by underscoring the importance of unified values in family life, remarking,
“You know, we all want our kids to grow up with values. This is what we want as parents. I think part of it is just Danny and I are definitely aligned in our core values and always have been.”
Enduring Partnership and Future Prospects
Julia Roberts and Danny Moder’s marriage and family life stand as a testament to their deep connection and shared principles. Their open commitment to parenting with clear boundaries and unconditional love reflects a stable environment for their three children. As Roberts continues her successful career while nurturing a close-knit family in Hollywood and Beverly Hills, this couple’s journey highlights the challenges and rewards of balancing fame with personal life. Their public celebrations and candid interviews offer fans a glimpse into their enduring bond and the values that sustain it.
