CELEBRITY DADS
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ith Father’s Day just around the corner, we’re shining a light on stars who are not only heroes to their fans but also to their children! These celebrity fathers are using their platforms to support important causes and fight for positive change, sharing heartfelt family moments along the way.
Anderson Cooper's fatherhood wish CNN news anchor Anderson Cooper says he wishes he had become a father sooner, as he has found fatherhood "extraordinary.” He said: "I don’t think I would have decided if I didn’t feel I was really ready. And I just feel like this is absolutely what I should be doing. "I wish I had done it sooner, and it’s extraordinary to me. I’ve been able to spend all my time with him really, during this pandemic, and it’s just, it’s been amazing." The 53-year-old journalist is a supporter of many charitable organizations, including the American Heart Association, Elton John AIDS Foundation, GLAAD, National Wildlife Federation, and the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial.
Chris Hemsworth's 'special friend' Chris Hemsworth's son Tristan called his dad his "special friend" in a cute handwritten note. The 37-year-old actor took to Instagram to share a picture of his sixyear-old boy's sweet message he penned for a school writing project. Tristan—who is a twin to brother Sasha, and little brother to sister India Rose—wrote about his favourite activity to do with his father, melting the 'Avengers: Endgame' star's heart.
Anderson previously admitted he feels his "life has begun" now he is a father.
The note reads: "My special friend is dad, together we go in the pool, together they make me feel happy."
He shared: "When I was 12 years old and knew I was gay and thought about my life, it always upset me because I thought, 'I will never be able to have a kid.' This is a dream come true. It feels like my life has actually begun. There's something about having a child that makes you feel connected to what is happening, and you want to make sure that the world this child is growing up in is a better one. You suddenly worry much more about the future of all of us."
Hemsworth, who is as much a hero off-screen as he is on, added the loudly crying emoji and a red heart in the caption to express being overwhelmed with emotion by the touching tribute.
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Last year, Hemsworth pledged $1 million USD to Australian wildfire relief, urging his fellow stars to join in on the giving as well. The Australia native also spent time visiting some wildlife conservation organizations, praising their work in protecting Australia’s ecosystems.
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