Oscar-winning actress Julia Roberts used her Instagram platform over the weekend to publicly celebrate her husband Danny Moder's 57th birthday. The 58-year-old Hollywood icon, whose brother Eric Roberts has recently been seen on red carpets, posted an intimate and rare snapshot of the couple locked in a warm embrace.
A Rare Glimpse into Their Relationship
In the charming photograph, Moder can be seen affectionately grabbing a handful of Roberts' hair as they hold each other close. The actress accompanied the image with a heartfelt caption that read, 'My fav day. My fav man. #131 #WLF.' This public display of affection offers fans a precious glimpse into their long-standing private relationship.
Celebrating Milestones Together
The couple, who have been married for 23 years after tying the knot on July 4th, 2002, recently marked their wedding anniversary with mutual tributes. Moder commemorated their silver anniversary by sharing a creative photograph of their reflection in an engraved silver spoon, writing, '23 years is SILVER.. here we are in my engraved SPOON! the fun continues… and a happy 4th to all.'
Roberts and Moder are parents to three children: fraternal twins Hazel and Phinnaeus, who recently turned 21, and their youngest son Henry, who celebrated his 18th birthday in June. The actress marked Henry's milestone birthday with a nostalgic throwback photo and the message, 'In the blink of a joyful eye this beacon of a boy is 18. I love you Henry. #goldenboy #goldenbirthday.'
Parenting Philosophy and Family Values
In a revealing interview published in the inaugural issue of 72 Magazine, Roberts opened up about her approach to parenting during a conversation with longtime friend George Clooney. The veteran actress described herself and Moder as 'stricter parents' compared to others in their social circle, particularly regarding technology access during their children's formative years.
'I think they were, for sure, some of the last kids in their peer groups to get phones and stuff like that,' Roberts admitted. She emphasized the importance of consistent parenting, explaining, 'These are the rules and they don't change. Here's the boundary of your life and it does not shift.'
Creating a Foundation of Stability
The Hollywood star elaborated on their parenting philosophy, stating, 'I think that is what creates the stability that then allows them to feel secure because you know there is this fixed world of love and safety that exists unconditionally.' She credited their shared values as the foundation of their successful parenting partnership, noting, 'Danny and I are definitely aligned in our core values and always have been.'
Throughout the years, both parents have used social media to celebrate family milestones. Moder marked Mother's Day last spring by sharing a photo of Roberts with their children, captioning it, 'Mothers make the coolest stuff. Love these guys.' Similarly, Roberts expressed her pride for her twins' 21st birthday in November, writing, 'These game changers, life alterers, ❤️expanders once were 1 and now are 21! That was fast. Happy Birthday my Dears.'
The couple's enduring relationship, now spanning more than two decades, continues to capture public interest as they navigate Hollywood life while maintaining a strong family unit grounded in shared values and mutual respect.
