Many people often feel that they know everything there is to know about their favorite celebrities. Due to the fact that we now have constant information to the latest news and gossip, it can be easy to feel entitled to certain information. Although most celebrities are used to this and enjoy living life for the world to see, there are many who prefer to keep some details unknown. When making the choice to keep their personal lives private, many celebrities make it a point to shield their children from the public. As a result, these children are often allowed to lead relatively ‘normal’ lives. Here are 10 celebrities you didn’t know had children.
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10. Chris Noth
Actor Chris Noth is well-known for his role in TV series such as Law and Order: Criminal Intent and The Good Wife. However, many of Noth’s fans may not be aware of the fact that he is also a father. In 2008, Noth and his wife, Tara Lynn Wilson gave birth to their first child, Orion Christopher Noth.
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9. Tom Hardy
Award-winning actor Tom Hardy has become a fan favorite in the acting industry. However, despite his level of fame, Hardy has been able to keep many of the details of his personal life out of the spotlight. Although he may not always publicize it, Tom Hardy is the father of a son named Louis Thomas Hardy. Although Hardy’s schedule does not allow him to spend as much time with his son; he has a permanent reminder in the form of a tattoo that reads, “Figlio mio bello” which translates to “My beautiful son.”
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8. Vin Diesel
Vin Diesel is one of Hollywood’s hottest stars; however, he is also one of Hollywood’s most dedicated fathers. Although many be unaware, the popular action movie star is actually the father of three children, one of whom was just born on March 16, 2015. After the birth of his youngest child, Diesel proudly displayed a photo of the newborn on Facebook with the caption coming from the famous Louie Armstrong song, “What a Wonderful World.”
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7. Ludacris
Rapper Ludacris was once one of the hottest rappers in the game. Although he has been out of the spotlight for the last few years, he has continued to work tirelessly to build his personal brand. Like most parents, Ludacris works hard so that he is able to provide for his children, Karma and Cai Bridges.
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6. James Van Der Beek
James Van Der Beek, well-known for his role as the smart and sensitive high schooler, Dawson Leery, is now all grown up. The 38-year-old actor is now the father of three children with his wife Kimberly Brook. During an interview, Van Der Beek discussed his experience as a father stating: “Having three kids under four… I can’t remember the last time I wasn’t tired but I also can’t remember the last time I was happy so it’s a completely fair trade-off. I grew up in a family with three kids all two years apart. My mom like clockwork spaced them out. We just went for it.”
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5. Meghan Fox
Meghan Fox is one of the hottest women in Hollywood, as a result, she’s also probably one of the hottest moms at the school. She and former 90210 star, Brian Austin Green, are the proud parents of two children, Noah Green and Bodhi Green. Since becoming a mother, Fox has stated that she plans to be more selective when choosing films. During an interview she stated: “I’m going to be more cautious about choosing films because I’m already thinking about when he’s in school and his friends are going to be showing him my photo shoots with me in a bikini and he’s going to be horrified.”
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4. Dwayne Johnson
Many people may find it strange that former professional wrestler, Dwayne Johnson (The Rock) is now also well-known for appearing in films targeted towards a younger, more family friendly audience. However, the answer may be more obvious than you think. Aside from his career as an actor, Johnson is a proud father who is working hard to make sure that his daughter is well taken care of. Each month, Johnson and his ex-wife, Danny Garcia, contribute $5,000 each into a trust fund for their daughter.
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3. Lamar Odom
Over the last few years, professional basketball player Lamar Odom’s career has been over shadowed by his personal struggles. After his marriage to Khloe Kardashian ended as a result of his drug addiction, Odom’s public image took a severe hit. However, no one probably felt this more than Odom’s three children Destiny, Jayden (passed away from SIDS in 2006), and Lamar Jr.
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2. Jamie Foxx
Jamie Foxx has been in the entertainment industry for more than 25 years. Surprisingly; however, many have been unaware that Foxx is also a father. In 2014, when Foxx brought his daughter Annalise on stage at the American Music Awards, many people were surprised to know that Foxx had a child. Foxx is also the father of, Corinne Bishop, a daughter from another relationship.
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1. Paul Walker
When Fast and Furious star Paul Walker passed away in a tragic accident in 2013, nobody felt the loss more than his daughter, Meadow Walker. According to reports, Walker’s daughter had come to live with him just before his death, and was at the event that he died leaving from. Although Walker may not have gotten to spend as much time with his daughter as he would’ve liked, his dedication to fatherhood was inspirational to others. In fact, Walker’s Fast and Furious co-star, Vin Diesel, credits Walker with helping him transition into a father.
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