Sir Elton John is a critically acclaimed musician with 32 albums and no signs of stopping. At 73 years old, the singer still gets booked for many gigs.

Even though the musician still has a thriving career after over three decades, he is looking to focus on different aspects of his life, like his marriage with David Furnish and their two sons, Zachary and Elijah.

Before life became about raising their sons, John and Furnish had a whirlwind romance that started in 1993. The “Sacrifice” singer said he had returned to his house in Windsor and wanted to meet new people.

So he asked a friend to get people together for dinner, and among those people was Furnish, with whom John said he shared an instant connection. John loved that he was a bit shy and dressed well.

The day after, the two went on a date, which began their long-term relationship. They were in a civil partnership for nine years and eventually decided to get married in 2014

The couple sent out invites on Instagram. The whole day was special, especially sharing it with their sons, who had the big job of ring bearers.

Sharing their union with their kids was heartwarming for Furnish and John, especially since their journey to becoming parents was not easy. It started in 2009 when they built a connection with a Ukrainian boy named Lev at an orphanage for children with HIV.

The couple wanted to help him as he came from a broken family, but the government did not permit it because Lev was considered too old. However, the couple still talked to Lev and helped him.

The encounter with Lev made John realize that he could be a father. He confessed that he never thought he would have kids because he was too old. Soon after, they welcomed their first son, Zachary, in 2010, via surrogate, and Elijah in 2013.

Raising Kids Out of the Spotlight

Despite their busy lifestyle, the couple wanted to be hands-on with their children. “We don’t want to put the raising of children into the hands of nannies and housekeepers,” said Furnish. Becoming parents was the best decision for the couple, and moving forward, their main goal is to raise their sons to be happy and healthy.

John wrote a heartwarming letter to his sons, expressing how much they have changed his life. “Zachary and Elijah, you two are the greatest gifts I have ever been given. You have filled my heart with love and my life with purpose and meaning in ways I didn’t think were possible,” wrote the singer.

John and Furnish are happy with the beautiful family they have built. One thing they do not want their children to forget as they grow is the love and support they will always receive from their parents.

Since becoming a parent, John opened up about how his perspective on life changed and some of the integral things he and his husband would like to instill in their children. John spoke about how becoming a parent changed his relationship with money. Now that he is a father of two, he finds quality time with Zachary and Elijah more valuable than a hit song or a painting.

The singer confessed that he and Furnish spent a lot of money before they had kids because they were accustomed to a life where they were at the center. But since the arrival of their sons, John said they have significantly reduced their spending.

Now, the couple is focused on making sure they only have what they need. The two have also been teaching their children the value of money and the work needed to earn it.

John is aware that his children already live a comfortable life, but he would love for them to still have humility. Therefore, the singer has said that he does not plan on leaving them his entire estate. Instead, he wants to balance giving his children a good life and keeping them grounded. He reasoned:

​​”Of course, I want to leave my boys in a very sound financial state. But it’s terrible to give kids a silver spoon. It ruins their life.

From when the boys were toddlers, John has tried to teach them the value of money. At five and three years old, Zachary and Elijah might not have understood how famous their parents were, but one thing John and Furnish did was teach them about spending and saving money.

The singer said back in 2016 that they would get £3 ($ 3.74) pocket money from working in the kitchen or garden. Then, each coin would be allocated to charity, savings, and spending. Their chores added up to cleaning up their rooms as they got older, and they got a star for every chore they accomplished.

The couple also understands that their kids will not have a regular childhood, but they still try to maintain a bit of normalcy in their lives. John revealed that his kids live like locals who are “not stuck behind the gates of a mansion.”

When asked if he feared raising his children in the spotlight, he says he is aware of the downsides but he thinks the public is “brilliant” and “not hostile,” especially when asking for photographs with his family, so he doesn’t mind at all.

The singer and his husband want their children to enjoy family time outside of their mansion, so they would go out for pizza or catch a movie.

John does not want to miss out on moments with his children because of his fame. Another thing the singer is quick to do is pick up and drop off his sons at school.

John and his husband usually keep their sons out of social media, but the “Rocket Man” singer shared a rare photo of Furnish, their sons, and their godmother, Lady Gaga. The singer expressed how he was sad to have missed out on the moment to pose with them but still sent his love.

Fans in the comment section were shocked at how much Zachary and Elijah had grown. “My goodness, the boys are getting tall. Such Handsome little gentlemen.” said a commenter. “Look at these gorgeous boys and their pappa and Godma!” added another fan.

John wrote a heartwarming letter to his sons, expressing how much they have changed his life. “Zachary and Elijah, you two are the greatest gifts I have ever been given. You have filled my heart with love and my life with purpose and meaning in ways I didn’t think were possible,” wrote the singer.

John and Furnish are happy with the beautiful family they have built. One thing they do not want their children to forget as they grow is the love and support they will always receive from their parents.

John and his partner just celebrated Elijah’s 11th birthday and commemorated the special event with a picture on Instagram. “You fill our hearts with so much love and laughter. We love you. Papa and Daddy xo” wrote the singer. John is also set to be celebrating his 77th birthday on March 25, 2024!

Princess Catherine recently announced that she had been battling a cancer diagnosis after being notably absent from the public eye since January. The princess asked for privacy as she dealth with this challenge. The public’s reaction to this news has been a mixture of compassion, speculation, and some suspicion, leading to a series of rumors about the state of her marriage to Prince William.

Social media has been particularly abuzz with chatter, where one tweet starkly stated, “Now I know they’re getting a divorce. they’re probably already separated on paper.” The absence of Prince William at Princess Catherine’s side during the announcement seemed to strike a chord with the public.

The royal family has been accused of withholding the truth, with comments about the situation ranging from concern to outright disbelief. Responses to the initial tweet echoed these sentiments, with phrases like “Kate had marital problems” and “valid point” surfacing amongst the conversation.

The conjecture took a personal turn when individuals contrasted the behavior of Prince William with that of his brother, Harry. Observers pointed out that if Meghan Markle were in a similar situation, Harry would likely be right there, offering his hand for her to hold. The debate grew as people shared their observations, “it’s weird” that William was not by her side, which they believe most husbands would be in such circumstances.

These online discussions quickly escalated as the public attempted to piece together the narrative, with another individual stating, that if Princess Catherine was well enough to sit down to give a statement about her health, she must also be well enough to sit down to take a photo with her husband. The commenter concluded that the entire statement was a facade for something else.

The X conversation was sparked after a CNN video surfaced showing a doctor talking about Princess Catherine’s condition. Anderson Cooper, conducting the interview with the doctor, asked how it was possible for Princess Catherine to get a cancer diagnosis after undergoing surgery.

The doctor began by saying that the press release “doesn’t make a lot of medical sense,” saying that when someone goes in for a major surgery, such as the surgery Princess Catherine underwent in January, they typically didn’t go back under the knife for “exploratory surgery.”

The doctor also shared that all of the surgeries that Princess Catherine would have undergone would have been preceded by “extensive imaging” like CAT scans and MRIs. This imaging would have given Princess Catherine’s surgical team a good understanding of her health status and how they were going to handle it, which would then be confirmed by pathologists.

He explained that often during surgery, the organ or tissue of concern would be sent to pathologists, and whether or not it was cancerous would dictate how the remainder of the operation and treatment would go. The doctor shared: “It’s very likely that the surgical team knew or had a good sense of what this was going to be prior to surgery.”

In the midst of the online tumult, a user brought attention to Kate’s uncle, mentioning that he had provided some insights. He reminisced about how Harry, William, and Kate once formed a “happy little trio” which, according to him, was “totally ruined” after Harry married Meghan. This personal touch added fuel to the speculative fire, with many bracing for what they presumed would be an imminent announcement of a divorce between Catherine and William.

According to Kate’s uncle, while the children of the couple bring immense joy, it does not negate the complexities and challenges they face. The implication of discord, as expressed in the quote, paints a picture of a relationship that, in the eyes of some, appears strained. The person who tweeted Princess Catherine’s uncle’s statement said that he provided an interesting look into their lives.

As previously reported on March 18, 2024:

Rumors of Prince William’s affair have spread across the internet, with many pointing fingers at Rose Hanbury. Initially seen as just a family friend, she’s now suspected of being a homewrecker.

While Kate Middleton is absent from the public eye, recovering from her abdominal surgery, Prince William is suspected of having an affair. As rumors spread across the world, royal fans are delving into the persona of the alleged mistress.

Aristocrats know her as Lady Rose Hanbury. She is the Marchioness of Cholmondeley. She has long been linked to the British Royal Family. This is through her well-heeled family and their prestigious place in British high society. She is married to David Cholmondeley, the 7th Marquess of Cholmondeley. The couple raise three children together at their residence.

Prince William’s and Rose Hanbury’s families have been friends for a long time. But their friendship is under scrutiny by the public after a recent picture was released. In the photo, Prince William was riding in a car with a woman, allegedly his wife, Kate Middleton, by his side.

However, royal fans think otherwise. After being deceived by the picture of Kate Middleton and her children released on Mother’s Day, fans no longer trust so easily. Some people believe that the woman in the car next to Prince William is none other than Rose Hanbury.

First, her head is suspiciously turned away from the cameras, a thing that Princess Catherine never did. The Princess of Wales has always been brave enough to face the cameras. She did so even after waiting ten years for William to propose. Apart from hiding away, the woman is also staring at the brick wall, which fans have disputed.

“That is not Kate Middleton in the car; Kate has never shied away from cameras. Even when she waited ten years for Willy to propose, that is Rose Hanbury, William’s mistress,” commented a user.

“Sorry to go all tinfoil hat, but I don’t think that’s Kate Middleton. I think that’s Rose Hanbury in the car with William because why can’t we see her face? You’re really telling me the paparazzi didn’t run around the car to get a shot of her face?” another chimed in.

While some believe it is Rose Hanbury’s face, others speculate it is a photoshop of Kate Middleton, a profile from another picture. Fans use evidence to say the picture is fake. They reference Kate Middleton’s picture from the 2016 100th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme. She wore a black pillbox hat.

However, Goff Photos — the agency that captured William and Kate in the Range Rover — addressed the rumors. They assured the public that the pics “have been cropped and lightened” but “nothing has been doctored.” The speculations spread so far that even Stephen Colbert addressed the situation. In his latest comedy sketch on national American TV, he talked about the alleged affair.

“Now there have been rumors of an affair between William and the Marching Band of Chicanery since 2019,” the host started off. “According to tabloids back then, when Kate supposedly confronted him about it, he laughed it off saying there was nothing to it. Always a good response when your wife accuses you of cheating,” he said sarcastically.

For people who do not follow the Royal Family closely, Rose Hanbury might seem a new persona on the royal stage. However, the woman has been around William and Kate for a long time.

In June 2016, their families attended a gala dinner to support East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices at Houghton Hall. Then, they were already close, considering how friendly they looked in the photos. Dressed in beautiful gowns, Kate and Rose greeted each other fondly, while their husbands shook hands.

Despite the niceties, fans found one of the pictures taken at the event quite controversial. “These pictures say a thousand words. Prince William, Rose Hanbury, and Kate all in one picture. I can already read the room here. A lot has been going on,” commented a user. “This picture is always my favorite peek into the drama,” another agreed.

It was not the last time their families were seen together. In 2020, she and her husband were invited to celebrate Kate’s 38th birthday. The party was only for some of their closest friends at their country home at Anmer Hall in Norfolk. David and Rose, the Marquess and Marchioness of Cholmondeley also attended the party.

They are close friends. Rose Hanbury and her family live in the residence only three miles from Anmer Hall. Anmer Hall is home to the Prince and Princess of Wales. Lady Rose Cholmondeley resides with her husband and kids at Houghton Hall in Norfolk.

The couple welcomed twin sons in October 2009. Their names are Alexander Hugh George Cholmondeley and Lord Oliver Timothy George Cholmondeley. Later, in 2016, their daughter, Lady Iris Marina Aline Cholmondeley, was born.

Today, swirling rumors allege that Prince William had an affair. The spotlight has turned to Rose Hanbury. She finds herself at the center of speculation. Despite the rumors, Rose Hanbury is a wife and mother. She is also an aristocrat in Royal social circles.

As speculation continues, Rose’s presence in royal circles and gatherings would invite further scrutiny. It doesn’t help that not so long ago Prince William was seen without his wedding ring in public, causing a wave of reaction.

As previously reported on March 12, 2024:

Prince William was seen beside his stepmother, Queen Camilla, engaging warmly with attendees through handshakes and smiles. Photos from the event were posted on the royal social media accounts.

However, amidst the regal splendor and ceremonious greetings, eagle-eyed observers on social media noted something amiss. William was without his wedding ring.

This observation quickly spiraled into a hot topic, with comments flooding the royal family’s social media post. Concerns and curiosity were voiced openly, as one commenter asked, “..is he wearing a wedding ring? Bc I do not see one,” while another stated, “William without his wedding ring.”

However, Prince William is not the only one who has been seen without his ring.

In a recent heartwarming family photo shared to the Prince and Princess of Wales’ Instagram account after the Princess’s abdominal surgery, royal enthusiasts quickly noticed an unusual detail. The candid snapshot, which featured Princess Catherine surrounded by her three children, Prince Louis, Princess Charlotte, and Prince George, caught the attention of many with their radiant smiles.

Social media users—ever attentive to detail—voiced their observations and worries in the comment section of the Instagram post. “Where’s your ring Kate??? 💍👀👀”, one user questioned, while another speculated, “This photo was taken before Kate went missing and Kate looks like a single mom with no wedding ring in skinny jeans. It is forbidden to wear tight clothes after abdominal surgery.”

Someone else added, “It is strange that she is not wearing her wedding ring […] it is either an old photo that wasn’t taken to release for this purpose or something [is] up with their marriage.” The concern was palpable, with another noting, “A beautiful photo but oddly she is not wearing her wedding rings.”

After forgetting to wear their rings, the couple has been seen together for the first time in a while, photographed in the car. As the picture was released, fans began their speculation.

After her first public outing since her surgery in January, fans of the royal family noticed a new dynamic between Princess Catherine and her husband, Prince William. Some observers viewed their public outing as a positive sign, indicative of happiness and unity within their relationship.

Yet, the sighting also revived uneasy comparisons to a tumultuous period in royal history, with one fan commenting it was “reminiscent of Charles and Di at the end.” Others voiced concern, suggesting “Will is mad with her!” and that it “reminds me of the pictures of his parents during their last year together,” with the prevailing sentiment being that they appeared “so unhappy.”

Amidst these observations, a notable portion of fans detected an undercurrent of “tension” between the royal couple. Skepticism about the state of their union was evident, with comments suggesting that Kate and William might not be on “good terms.” One particularly somber prediction from a fan was that “the wheels could be falling off this marriage,” a reflection on the unique pressures faced by those living a life of royal duty.

In a whirlwind of rumors surrounding Prince William’s alleged affair and the spotlight on Rose Hanbury, royal fans are in a frenzy of speculation. Despite attempts to keep things normal, both Prince William and Princess Catherine are under intense public scrutiny after being spotted without their wedding rings.

Every move and photo is being analyzed, with people comparing them to past royal dramas. The state of their marriage is now a hot topic, with some seeing signs of unity, while others suspect trouble brewing. The fascination with the British Royal Family remains strong, showing the world’s enduring interest in the highs and lows of royal life.

George Trent was a wealthy man, but most of his money had been earned through a company founded by his late first wife’s father, so when he wrote his will, he felt that it was only fair that all his money should go to his children from his first marriage.

When George passed away unexpectedly, his three sons were called into a meeting with the family lawyer, who explained how their father had disposed of his estate. His two older sons, Matt and Guy, would split $2.5 million, and the youngest, Jay, would inherit an old trunk of memorabilia.

The lawyer looked up at Jay and said gently, “Please don’t think your father loved you less, Jay. He cared for you deeply, and he believed you would be the one who would appreciate and profit from the contents of the trunk.”

Jay smiled. “I know my father loved me, and this legacy will be more precious to me than millions of dollars in the bank.”

Never rejoice in someone else’s misfortune.

Matt sniggered, and Guy said mockingly: “Yes, I’m sure that the spiderwebs in that old piece of trash will be more valuable than diamonds to you. Just make sure you don’t come begging for a handout later Jay because you won’t get a cent!”

“That reminds me!” cried the lawyer. “Your father asked that all three of you sign a release form in which you agree not to sue for any part of each other’s inheritance.”

“That’s fine with me!” said Matt laughing, “I want no part of Jay’s dusty treasure!”

Jay nodded. “That’s fine with me too. What my father believed was right is fine with me.”

All three sons signed the agreement and took ownership of their legacies. Jay’s trunk was delivered to his student pad early the next morning. It was a huge old-fashioned ship’s trunk, the kind that was popular during the late 19th century, covered with travel stickers from exotic destinations.

Stuck onto the lid was a thick parchment envelope with Jay’s name on it. He opened it and a heavy iron key fell out. He pulled out a single sheet of paper and immediately recognized his father’s handwriting.

“My dearest Jay, if you are reading this, I have gone on to my heavenly reward, and I hope you will forgive me for how I’ve disposed of my earthly goods. This old trunk belonged to your great-grandmother Judith, who scandalized her family in the ’20s by running away to Paris with a young artist.

Judith was very adventurous and very beautiful, and she quickly replaced her young man with another, more talented painter, and then another, and so on. She wrote a diary of her two years as a model in Paris in the wild ’20s and collected sketches by her lovers and their artist friends.

As you look through her collection of sketches, you will find some very interesting and illustrious names, and some of the artwork depicts Judith herself. I hope you will make the best of your inheritance, Jay. I haven’t had Judith’s collection valued, but I believe you will not be disappointed.

I pray we will meet again, until then, remember that I love you, son. Be happy and live a full life.”

Curious, Jay opened the trunk. Just like his father had explained, it contained several journals filled with pages of entries in an exuberant loopy feminine hand. Great-grandma Judith had a flair for the dramatic and a fondness for purple ink.

There was a huge thick portfolio tied with dark red ribbon, and when Jay opened it, he found dozens of sketches and rough watercolor plans for paintings. Some of the signatures he recognized, such as Pablo Picasso, and Henri Mattisse, but others like Fernand Léger, George Brack, Man Ray, and Juan Miro he’d never heard of.

At the bottom of the trunk was a wad of black and white photos of Grandma Judith lounging around with famous people like Ernest Hemmingway and Josephine Baker. “Way to go, Grandma!” Jay exclaimed.

He picked up the phone and called a friend who was studying art and asked him who he should show the portfolio to. His friend referred him to a New York gallery not far from his student pad.

Jay carefully tied the ribbons on the portfolio, tucked it under his arm, and set off for the gallery. When he arrived he asked to speak to Victor Brandweiz. Victor turned out to be a thin, sad-looking man with a very long nose.

“Yes?” he asked coldly, “What is it you want?”

“Well, sir, I have some sketches I’d like you to take a look at for me…” Jay said.

“No, no!” said Victor, “I don’t look at unknown artists!”

“Well these aren’t unknown,” said Jay, placing his portfolio on a table and opening it. “Some I know, like Dali and Picasso? But this guy Brack and Chagall I never heard of…”

But Victor wasn’t listening. He was feverishly looking at the sketches muttering to himself in what sounded to Jay like German. “But these…” he gasped, “These look real!”

“They are,” said Jay, who was enjoying the man’s astonished excitement, “You see, my great-grandmother Judith Trent…” Jay told Victor the whole story, and the man immediately wanted to see the diaries.

“Do you know what you have here if it is all authentic?” asked Victor, “Millions, my boy, millions!”

As it turned out, it was worth many millions, and a publishing house offered Jay a few more to publish Judith’s racy diaries which exposed the steamy life of the “Lost Generation” in scandalous detail.

Before long, Jay was negotiating a deal for a movie, and hobnobbing with famous producers, directors, and Hollywood stars. Matt and Guy were not impressed and started making noises about their share, but the lawyer waved their agreement at them.

They had been so eager to sign when they believed Jay had been cheated, and now that his inheritance proved to be extremely valuable, they were upset and accused Jay of cheating them.

What can we learn from this story?

1. Never rejoice in someone else’s misfortune. Matt and Guy gloated over Jay’s ‘poor’ inheritance, but they ended up feeling edged out of the multi-million dollar art collection.

2. Karma often evens the scales, so trust in your luck.

Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell have been in a long-term relationship for decades, and they have publicly shown affection for each other over the years. Although the couple is not married, their relationship is one of the longest in Hollywood. The iconic movie stars crossed paths in 1966 when they both filmed the comedy musical western film “The One and Only, Genuine, Original Family Band.” Hawn revealed in an interview that she met Russell when she was 21 and he was 16.

The veteran actress admitted, “I thought he was adorable, but he was much too young.” Meanwhile, he once recalled seeing her for the first time, “[…] I thought she was awfully attractive.” The pair reunited when they filmed “Swing Shift” in 1983, and when they saw each other, he told her that she had a “great figure.” They have been together for 40 years since.

The lovebirds raised four kids together over the years: Oliver and Kate Hudson from Hawn’s previous relationship, Boston Russell, whom the actor welcomed with his ex-wife, and Wyatt Russell, the couple’s only child together. Hawn has called her partner of four decades “brilliant” and “perfectly maddening. Like the real-life modern Romeo and Juliet, here are 20 photos that show just how much Russell deserves Hawn’s praises.

1. Show business veteran star Russell is a gentleman when it comes to his longtime girlfriend. He is often seen being affectionate with her. The photo below shows the lovebirds sharing a passionate moment.

2. Russell makes Hawn blush as her blue eyes pop, and her smile shines brighter when she looks at him, as apparent in the picture below.

3. When Hawn is around her beau, she laughs like they are the only two people in the room. Russell shares her joy in those moments.

4. The couple is not afraid to show some PDA. This was evident during Hawn’s Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony. As she posed on the ground, lying beside her star, Russell came to her level to kiss her.

5. Russell participates in outdoor activities with Hawn. The pair were seen riding bicycles side-by-side once in the streets of Los Angeles, California.

6. Russell is not shy to kiss his beloved partner in public, and it was apparent when the duo was honored with a double Star ceremony on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

7. Russell and Hawn have shared the dance floor as the two danced together during her inaugural at “Love for Kids” and seemed to have a blast as they gazed into each other’s eyes.

8. The world-famous Hollywood couple has been photographed during their unguarded moments laughing together. In one shot, Hawn was seen being herself laughing uncontrollably alongside Russell.

9. Through all the years that they have been together, Russell can still pull a surprise on Hawn. He presented her with a cake for her birthday while at Netflix’s “The Christmas Chronicles: Part Two” Drive-In Event once.

10. Russell dresses stylishly when around Hawn. He was spotted wearing a leather shirt with stone-washed jeans during their outing once at night.

11. Russell always holds his significant other close to him. He wrapped his arm around her during the duo’s celebrity sighting once.

12. He is a great father to her older kids, as her daughter calls him “Pa.” The actress revealed that her stepdad adores his family. The father-and-daughter duo was pictured in a warm embrace once.

13. The family man is also a doting grandparent. He and his loved ones were pictured in a group photo at “The Christmas Chronicles” premiere, all smiles.

14. Hawn can be playful around Russell. While attending Goldie’s Love In For Kids, the pair posed for a snap where Hawn makes a funny face while he widely smiles at the camera.

15. Russell and Hawn have had some heartwarming moments together. The lovebirds were seen sharing popcorn once while attending the premiere of the movie, “The Christmas Chronicles.”

16. The movie stars were photographed walking side-by-side down the street wearing casual clothes during a celebrity sighting with both sporting glasses.

17. Russell and Hawn’s love story is like a fairytale or something from a movie. The couple was once pictured romantically holding each other as she had her eyes closed while he held on to her from the back, all smiles with both donning chic formal attires.

18. Russell is so taken with his beloved of many years that he looks at her in a mesmerizing manner. One prime example was when the pair attended the 69th Annual Academy Awards. One can easily swoon seeing them together.

19. During one of the showbiz stars’ celebrity sightings once, Hawn showed that she and Russell are a formidable couple by holding onto his arm while walking behind him during a casual stroll.

20. Decades into their relationship, Russell and Hawn still hold hands. They were pictured hand-in-hand leaving a midtown restaurant in New York City. The stars stepped out wearing warm clothes.

Hawn, 77, and her longtime boyfriend, Russell, 72, do more than hold hands together in their relationship. In a 2023 interview, the Academy Award winner revealed that she and the Massachusetts native also take a shower together.

In his book, “Never Grow Up,” this girl’s dad, an acclaimed actor, detailed his turbulent love life. The Hong Kong-born movie star married his one and only wife, a former Taiwanese actress, in 1982.

The couple welcomed their only child together, a son, on December 3, 1982. The same year he tied the knot and became a father, news broke that he had an affair.

It turned out that the girl’s actor dad had been cheating on his spouse with a former beauty queen. Consequently, their relationship produced a love child, a daughter, whom they welcomed on November 19, 1999.

The girl’s father revealed in his autobiography that the news of his infidelity caused mayhem as he had to figure out how to share the news with his wife. He wrote:

“When the news broke about an affair I’d had that resulted in a love child, the media frenzy was like a bomb going off. I wanted to phone Joan but didn’t know what to say. I wouldn’t be able to explain this. It wasn’t a mistake I could fix by saying, ‘I’m sorry.'”

The Hollywood star acknowledged that he had jeopardized his marriage, and by the look of things, he and his wife were heading for divorce. However, her reaction to the news was not what he expected.

The girl’s father called his wife, who at the time was at a remote location. Calm as she was, he asked her if she had seen the newspapers. She told him there was no need for an explanation and extended her support:

“I don’t want you to hurt her, and I don’t want her to hurt us. If you need me or our son to show up and stand by your side, we’ll do that. I know you must be feeling awful now. Don’t worry about me, I’m fine. You go deal with this.”

That candid conversation left the girl’s dad in tears, forcing him to look in the mirror for self-introspection. He expressed regret for shutting his wife out when she had been honest with him for years.

The filmmaker realized he had acted out of character and disappointed his spouse, and with that realization, he had to make things right. Days later, he called a family meeting, including his wife and their son, where he apologized profusely for his mistake.

In 1999, the girl’s superstar dad addressed the scandal in a conference, where he revealed his wife had forgiven him and that his son understood. Moreover, he said if the child turned out to be his, he would take responsibility.

In another startling revelation, the martial artist confessed in a 2015 interview that he was forced to marry his wife after she fell pregnant with their son, adding it was never his intention to get married. He disclosed:

“It was an accident which conceived Jaycee. I had never thought of getting married, but I felt it was akin to being forced to get married.”

The girl’s father also confessed to being a ladies’ man with many girlfriends at a young age before secretly tying the knot with his wife at a Los Angeles coffee shop. The pair have been married for four decades. Regardless of their long-lasting union, the stuntman has been rumored to have been unfaithful to his award-winning spouse several times.

In addition to that, the girl’s dad admitted that he had not been a good father to his kids. He shared his strong belief in physically disciplining children as they are naughty—as he did with his son when he was younger. “The Karate Kid” star revealed he once threw his son on the couch and instantly felt terrible about it because he scared him and his mom.

Who Is This Girl And Her Superstar Dad?

The girl we’re referring to is none other than Etta Ng Chok Lam, the estranged daughter of renowned actor Jackie Chan. Her mother, Elaine Ng Yi-lei, is an actress and a former pageant queen.

The situation involving the 69-year-old film star began after an emotional scene from his film “Ride On” circulated.

Although he openly talked about his son, Chan did not mention Chok Lam in his book. At the time of the book’s release, she had just married her wife, Andi Autumn, a Canadian internet celebrity. She was 19 when she tied the knot with her partner.

Though Chan did not talk about her, she, on the other hand, previously made it clear that she wanted nothing to do with him because he was never present in her life.

Jackie Chan’s Non-existent Relationship with His Daughter

Despite Chok Lam being bold enough to follow her heart, she admitted that she and her then-girlfriend Autumn were struggling in Canada. The duo started dating in 2017, the same year she came out as a lesbian on social media. Chok Lam and Autumn—who is 12 years her senior— made international headlines when they married in 2018.

Although she has a wealthy father, Chok Lam claimed she and Autumn were homeless and had sought shelter under a bridge. In April 2018, the pair filmed a video and posted it on YouTube as a cry for help because they could barely make ends meet to survive.

Chok Lam and Autumn revealed family and friends had disowned them because of homophobia. They refused to settle at a homeless shelter for fear of being separated. In the video, Chok Lam introduced her partner Autumn and herself as Chan’s child, sharing how long they had been without a home and where they had been staying:

“We’ve been homeless for a month due to homophobic parents. We’ve pretty much slept under a bridge and other things… We’ve gone to the police, the hospital, food banks, LGBT community, shelters, and all of them just don’t give [expletive]…We don’t know what to do at this point.”

The now 23-year-old added that after knocking on every door out there and receiving no assistance, she and her partner decided to record the video because it was their last resort. Chok Lam even asked those who viewed the clip to share it to gain traction, hoping to get help.

Her mother eventually saw the video and condemned the couple for their act. Yi-lei, who previously bailed out the pair after they failed to pay the bill for their stay at a Mong Kok hotel, said:

“I feel that if they have no money, they should go find work. They shouldn’t film a clip telling others they are broke and who Etta’s father is. People all over the world work hard and don’t rely on someone else’s fame to get money.”

The mother and daughter have had a strained relationship over the years to the point that the actress once claimed Chok Lam was not her daughter. She was upset by how she was living, which always led to her coming to her rescue.

In 2015, Yi-lei was reportedly arrested for child cruelty but was later released by police. Following that incident, Chok Lam, who lived with her in an apartment in Happy Valley, dropped out of school to move to North Point with Autumn after coming out.

The winner of Miss Asia also touched on her daughter’s well-being, saying she suffered from emotional issues and that she had been seeing a medical professional before she left Hong Kong and had not gone to therapy ever since.

Yi-Lei added that Autumn was a bad influence on her child as she was a woman in her thirties with teaching work experience. The concerned mom questioned how she could allow Chok Lam to film a video when she was supposed to reprimand her. “It’s wrong,” she said.

The mother of one blasted the couple for blaming their parents for their choices while making an example of Hong Kong residents who work despite being fairly paid.

Chok Lam and Autumn fled from Hong Kong, after which the former was reported missing by her mother. She was 18 then, had quit her job, and remained under the radar for months, leaving her mom to file a missing persons report.

During that period, CCTV footage showed Chok Lam and Autumn in a convenience store telling the cashier she was looking for her father. Per reports, the footage was filmed in Canada, but the encounter still needed to be confirmed where it occurred.

Chok Lam spoke candidly about what she thought about her father for the first time when she was 15. She expressed no desire to forgive him for being absent throughout her life nor did she want money from him:

“He is not my dad. I have no feelings for him. He is my biological father, but he is not in my life…He never existed in my life. I will never regard him as a father. I would not say that he is my dad. I would say, ‘Oh, Jackie Chan, an actor.'”

Chok Lam was born after her parents had ended their affair, which started in 1998. Chan deemed his relationship with Yi-Lei a fault. In turn, Chok Lam didn’t consider him her father despite having watched his movies growing up.

Chok Lam said she would never refer to the “Rush Hour” star as her dad. She emphasized she did not harbor any bad feelings toward her father, but, at the same time, she couldn’t tell what kind of person he was because they didn’t know each other well enough.

The millionaire actor’s daughter added she was in no position to judge her father without knowing him and admitted that if she were younger, she would have probably tarnished his name, but because she was old enough, she chose her words wisely.

Meanwhile, the “Who Am I” star avoided talking about his daughter, once stating that some things were better left unsaid. In addition to her non-existent relationship with her dad, Chok Lam’s mom had a drinking problem while raising her, and they struggled to develop a mother-and-daughter relationship.

Chok Lam refused to mend her volatile relationship with her mom by opting not to reunite with her for Chinese New Year. In January 2023, the young woman said she would rather be out on the streets than make things right with her mom:

“I’d rather be homeless and eat stale bread than reunite with my mother.”

Moreover, as a child, people followed her every move, thinking she was wealthy because of who her dad was, but evidently, that was never the case.

Jackie Chan Cuts His Kids Out of His Will While His Daughter Queued for Free Food

In 2011, Chan revealed he would not leave his daughter or singer-son Jaycee, whom he shared with his wife Joan Lin, with an inheritance once he dies. Instead, all his reported million-dollar fortune would go to charity.

The “Drunken Master” star, who remains one of the highest-paid stars, believes his son should make his own living, and if he couldn’t, then he would only be misusing whatever inheritance he is set to receive.

However, he changed his tune in 2018. After deciding to leave all his money to charity, Chan revealed he had changed his will and would be leaving all his assets to his wife, Lin.

While the actor opted to leave everything to his spouse, his daughter struggled to eat. In October 2022, a netizen spotted Chok Lam queuing for free food provided to those in need in Toronto, Canada. An unidentified individual photographed her, and the image was shared several times online.

The then-22-year-old was reportedly pictured standing in line among the elderly and middle-aged women while carrying a blue bag. According to the source, Chok Lam was making ends meet by working at a restaurant in Chinatown.

People have shown empathy for Chok Lam and have called for her father to take notice of her on social media, asking him to tend to her and show that he cares.

Meanwhile, it seems Chok Lam’s relationship with Autumn has fizzled out—which was her mother’s worst fear, as she previously suspected she married her daughter because of ulterior motives.

Netizens revealed Chok Lam deleted photos of her wife from her social media accounts. It turns out Autumn had also done the same thing, per reports. Chok Lam previously dismissed reports suggesting Autumn got involved with her because she assumed that she had money because of who her dad was.

In fact, in December 2018, she shared plans to make her own name by jump-starting her creative agency in Hong Kong alongside Autumn. The Hong Kong native expressed her desire to step out of her estranged father’s shadow, revealing she never went by his last name.

Jackie Chan Is Blasted for Abandoning His Daughter

In the summer of 2023, fans online criticized Chan for allegedly abandoning his openly gay daughter, Chok Lam, following a controversy sparked by a viral video clip showing him portraying a loving father. The situation involving the 69-year-old film star began after an emotional scene from his film “Ride On” circulated.

Initially well-received, public opinion shifted as details of Chan’s real relationship with his daughter came to light, leading to widespread criticism. Social media users accused Chan of disowning his daughter due to her sexual orientation and highlighted their estrangement, especially as she faced financial struggles.

Despite the confusion initially surrounding the emotional clip, where Chan played the role of a retired stuntman and film star named Luo Zhilong (Lao Luo), people later discussed his fractured relationship with Chok Lam on social media platforms.

“[Every] time I hear about this man and his children it’s always something awful. [He’s] definitely a horrible father,” wrote one user. “The fact that not only that is an actress in a movie and not her actual daughter, but the fact that he’s estranged from his real life daughter for being lesbian is certainly something, huh. This isn’t wholesome at all,” quipped a second user.

“[Why] is no one pointing out that this isn’t his daughter and he is a terrible father,” asked another commenter. [Didn’t] he disown his daughter since she was a lesbian?” wondered yet another user. According to sources, Chan has never met his daughter, nor has he provided any financial assistance or been involved in her upbringing.

Gray hair in Hollywood often sparks conversation, revealing the industry’s complex relationship with aging. Celebrities facing criticism for showcasing their natural grays have flipped the narrative, clapping back at the naysayers and championing self-acceptance.

Here are some of the show business stars who have had their fair share of harsh online criticism regarding their physical appearance throughout the years.

Jodie Foster

Finally, Jodie Foster’s experiences bring the discussion full circle. Foster faced criticism for her appearance, particularly her gray roots, in the trailer for HBO’s “True Detective: Night Country.”

The trailer of the long-awaited series came out in April 2023, and while many people were happy to see the Oscar Award-winning actress, otherwise were quick to point out how much she had aged.

In the clip, Foster appeared with her natural gray hair and aging face. Some people were stunned to see the former child star looking her age and mentioned how she is getting old.

One person assumed that the film star has had work done on her face, writing, “I hope she hasn’t gotten one of those facelifts that gives everyone who gets one that permanent ‘pork chopsh and apple shauce’ lishp thing.”

Despite negative comments about her aging, Foster remains content with her natural appearance. Support from fans has shifted the conversation from criticism to admiration, highlighting Foster’s enduring beauty and talent. One individual said she looked good, another sang her praises and complimented her beauty.

Sarah Jessica Parker

Sarah Jessica Parker, renowned for her role as Carrie Bradshaw in “Sex and the City,” faced backlash for displaying her gray hair make-up free while dining with Andy Cohen once.

Critics labeled her old, prompting Cohen, who also has silver hair, to denounce the comments as “misogynistic,” as he never received the same criticism for his hair.

In response, Parker, 58, articulated her views on aging in an interview, questioning why people derive pleasure from others’ discomfort with aging.

The actress expressed, “It almost feels as if people don’t want us to be perfectly OK with where we are, as if they almost enjoy us being pained by who we are today, whether we choose to age naturally and not look perfect, or whether you do something if that makes you feel better.”

In addition, she asserted, “I know what I look like… What am I going to do about it? Stop aging? Disappear?” Being in her late 50s, Parker emphasized her comfort with her appearance and aging, highlighting a refusal to obsess over it. “I like to be graceful with myself. I’m not delusional. I know that age adds up…” said the award-winning Hollywood A-list star.

Diane Keaton

Like Parker, Diane Keaton has navigated the complexities of aging in the public eye with remarkable dignity. At 77, Keaton showcased her gray hair at the 2014 Golden Globes, receiving praise for aging naturally.

Online users reportedly loved the esteemed veteran star’s look so much that they even prompted blog posts on how to achieve her stylish silver hair.

An advocate for aging gracefully, Keaton, now 78 years old, has voiced her acceptance of cosmetic procedures but prefers to showcase her “battle scars.”

“I don’t see anything wrong with face-lifts or Botox or fillers. They just erase the hidden battle scars. I intend to wear mine, sort of,” said the Academy Award-winning actress

Reflecting on aging, she contemplates the quality of life in later years, stressing the challenges older individuals face in remaining connected with society.

Jennifer Aniston

Similarly, Jennifer Aniston has faced her own journey with aging under the Hollywood spotlight. Aniston, celebrated for her role in “Friends,” showcased her gray hair in 2023, leading to mixed reactions online.

Initially resistant to graying, Aniston’s embrace of her natural hair color sparked debate among fans, with some applauding her courage and others critiquing her appearance.

“Anyone would think going gray was an anamomaly for tv/movie stars seriously!! We better give Jennifer a plack/award for it she’s soooo brave it’s never heard of [sic],” one person wrote.

Meanwhile, some of the TV star’s fans raved about her new look, complimenting her for going gray. “Well done for allowing gray to come through – refreshing,” said one person. “Aside from some bad lip work, she looks amazing,” another individual commented.

Some people mentioned that Aniston looks even more beautiful with gray hair, while others stated she looks as gorgeous as usual. “I am sure she entered the gray hair stage a while back – she’s just starting to embrace it,” an online user said.

However, others believe the movie star going gray would ruin her overall appearance. One social media user advised Aniston, “Nah. Dye it. I know, it’s empowering and all that nonsense. Do yourself a favor and make it blonde.” Someone else who disliked Aniston’s gray look told her “Gray hair doesn’t suit you yet. Save it for later plz.”

Now 55, the Emmy Award winner credits her Greek genes for her ageless beauty. She advised people to stay hydrated and use good face products, which have also played a part in her young-looking appearance. “Don’t overproduct, that’s the other thing. Getting proper sleep is always important,” she added.

Aniston has been vocal about the pressures of agelessness in Hollywood, advocating for natural beauty and condemning social media trolls for their harsh criticism of celebrities’ appearances.

Keanu Reeves’ Girlfriend Alexandra Grant

In a parallel narrative, Keanu Reeves and his partner Alexandra Grant exemplify the strength found in defying conventional expectations together. The couple has faced scrutiny over Grant’s gray hair since their relationship went public.

Grant, who embraced her natural hair color after years of dyeing, has been criticized for looking older than her age. One person on X (formerly known as Twitter), commented, “They say Keanu Reeves’ girlfriend is 46… She looks old as my grandma.”

Another person asked why Reeves’ girlfriend looked older than she actually was: “Why 46 years old Keanu Reeves’ girlfriend looks like she’s 70?” On the other hand, some people commended Grant’s courage to go gray on The Talk’s post, but others said they would never risk going gray.

One online user noted that Grant looked mature for her age because of the gray hair, adding: “[…] But not everyone looks their age. I’m in my late 50’s, and I look a lot younger. Anyhow, if they’re happy, who are we to judge.”

Other people commended Grant for going gray with one individual writing, “I don’t have the guts to go gray. But I think it’s crazy how people are making harsh comments regarding Her hair! “

In a December 2019 Instagram post, Grant, a visual artist, revealed her hair turned gray prematurely in her early twenties and she often dyed it. However, she soon stopped dyeing her locks due to the toxicity of the dyes.

“In my 30’s, I let my hair turn “blonde.” I love and support that every womxn can choose how she wants to look at every age. But/and, if womxn are perishing from beauty standards, then let’s talk about those beauty standards. Love to all womxn!” the now-54-year-old penned.

Despite negative comments, many fans have expressed support for Grant’s decision to go gray, highlighting the couple’s happiness as the most important factor.

Roseanne Barr

Echoing Grant’s defiance, Roseanne Barr has also embraced her gray hair, confronting the negative comments with a sense of pride in her age.

Barr, whose is in her early seventies, has been subject to body shaming on social media for her natural aging process, including her gray hair.

The best-selling author has undergone a dramatic transformation through the years, which includes changing hairstyles and dyeing her hair. But in 2007, she stated she would stop dyeing her hair and wear her natural gray full-time.

However, Barr, who is also a comedian, started to embrace the aging process in 2008 when she attended the TV Land Awards with her natural gray hair.

Fast forward to 2020, the television star began posting photos of herself rocking long silver hair which she styled in waves, on her social media. A year later, Barr shared a picture wearing a cheetah print dress with gray while showing off her gray locks.

Despite the negativity, Barr has embraced her age and gray hair, stating, “I want to look old because I am old. And I think it’s good to be old, too.” Barr’s stance on aging reflects a broader acceptance of natural beauty standards.

These celebrities, facing and responding to criticism over their natural aging process, highlight a growing movement towards embracing natural beauty and challenging traditional beauty standards in Hollywood.