You know what they say: life begins at forty! For some of our favorite actresses, that means starting their families in their forties. These strong independent ladies have shown us that there is no deadline to join the motherhood game. You can hustle and overachieve and still be able to start your family. In this list, you’ll see many of the most amazing women in the industry. Those who didn’t let others tell them what to do, and was ultimately able to reach their dreams while securing their unborn child’s future before bringing them into the world. Furthermore, you’ll see the struggles and the difficulties stars like Celine Dion and Gwen Stefani faced to become mothers. Ultimately, you’ll have a look at the devotion and investments these mothers displayed.
I think everyone would agree that being a mother is no easy task. However, this is a feat that our beloved actresses chose to take on head-on, even if they’re a little late. If you’re interested to see these actresses’ journey to motherhood late in the game, then keep on reading!
Celine Dion | 42
When it comes to love, age is just a number. That’s what Celine Dion and her late husband, René Angélil, have proven. Despite their huge age difference, the two still found love with each other. The two got married in 1994, and unfortunately experienced some difficulties and challenges when they tried for their first child. In the end, their efforts and investments paid off. In 2001, René Charles was born.
However, one was just not enough for the couple. They tried for a second child, which was a feat that proved to be much harder than the last. It took nine years for their hard work paid off. It was worth it as the couple was blessed two times over! In 2010, their twins Eddy and Nelson were born. The couple certainly defied multiple odds in their inspiring love story.
Helen Hunt | 40
Have you seen the sitcom Mad About You? If you’re a fan of the show, then you probably know Jamie Buchman. The credit for the role goes to none other than Helen Hunt! The actress is the recipient of several of the most coveted awards in the industry. She has actually been awarded four Golden Globe Awards and four Primetime Emmy Awards for her part on the show. With her amazing talent and character delivery, it should come as no surprise that she was able to rack up all these awards.
Unfortunately, the star’s journey to motherhood didn’t go as smoothly as her career. She and the producer Matthew Carnahan started dating in 2001. The couple decided they wanted to have a child together, but it proved to be a grueling task. This prompted the couple to consider adoption, but in 2004, their investments paid off as Makena Lei was born. During this time, Hunt was already in her forties!
Mariah Carey | 42
It seems it is in Mariah Carey’s gene to keep on surprising people. She started her career in 1989, and ever since her first album, the singer has been astonishing us. From reaching the highest notes perfectly to topping up the most well-known charts out there. She even became the first artist to have their first five singles be number one on the Billboard Hot 100. Could she get any more amazing?
Despite the star’s busy schedule, she was still able to find time for her personal life, and ultimately, find love. In 2008, Carey and her former partner Nick Cannon surprised the world when they decided to tie the knot. The couple further shocked everyone when the singer, at 42, gave birth to fraternal twins they named Moroccan and Monroe. Unlike the others, it seems Carey didn’t need to face the same degree of difficulty.
Brooke Shields | 40
Who doesn’t know Brooke Shields? The beauty gained notoriety at such a young age of twelve that even when she took a break from her career, people welcomed her with open arms when she came back. Shields even received two Golden Globe nominations upon her return!
It took some time for the star to find her true love, Chris Henchy, but the two found each other and got married in 2001. Their first child was born two years later, by this time, Shields was already 38 years old. However, the couple decided they wanted a second child, a journey that later proved to be taxing. In the end, all their hard work and investments for their second child became worth it as in 2006, Grier Hammond was born! By this time, Shields was already 40, but you know what they say. Life always finds a way.
Nicole Kidman | 41 & 44
Nicole Kidman started her career in 1981 and has been racking up massive accomplishments to her credit since then. She is, of course, a successful actress. The star has appeared in a myriad of films such as Days of Thunder and The Hours. Kidman won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role as Virginia Woolf on the latter. Aside from acting, she has also tried singing and has been behind the camera as a producer. Along the way, Kidman also became an ambassador for various well-known agencies.
While it seems like the actress has always had her hands full, she was still able to tune into her personal life, and ultimately, find love! In 2006, Kidman tied the knot with Keith Urban. In 2008, at the age of forty-one, the star bore Sunday Rose. However, Sunday would not be Kidman’s last child. In 2010, Faith Margaret was born!
Tina Fey | 41
Who could ever forget the beautiful and lovely Tina Fey? Without a doubt, Fey is one of the most charming actresses in Hollywood. Aside from having a pretty face, the star has also displayed incredible talent. For starters, she is not only an actress, but also a comedian, producer, writer, and playwright. However, her life under the spotlight is not the only thing the actress is acing. She is definitely winning the motherhood game as well!
In 2001, Fey married Jeff Richmond, and by 2005, the two had their first child, Alice Zenobia. At this time, the actress was still in her thirties. However, Alice would not be the only child of the two. In 2011, Fey, at forty-one gave birth to another beautiful child, Penelope Athena. She has definitely put in a lot of investments toward being a mom, but the actress seems to be enjoying her duties.
Halle Berry | 41 & 47
Halle Berry is, without a doubt, deserves the credit of being one of Hollywood’s strongest women. Quite an overachiever, she has astounded us in a number of ways. Right now, she is best known as an actress, but the star started her career as a model. Not just any model! Berry entered several beauty contests until she eventually became the first runner-up in the Miss USA pageant. That’s not all! Later on, she came in sixth in Miss World 1986.
While the others on this list went to great lengths to conceive, both of Berry’s children were not planned. In 2005, the actress and Gabriel Aubry started dating. In 2008, when the star was already 41, she gave birth to her first child Nahla. Unfortunately, the couple did not last, and five years later, Berry found herself in love with yet, another Frenchman named Oliver Martinez. At 47, she gave birth to her second child Maceo.
Jane Seymour | 44
Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman star Jane Seymour has four children and one stepchild. The actress had been married four times. She gave birth to Katherine and Sean with her third husband, David Flynn, who was a businessman. The couple eventually split and Seymour started dating fellow actor James Keach. In 1993, the couple tied the knot. In spite of the actress being in her forties already, the couple wanted to get pregnant.
They put their investment money on getting IVF treatment for Seymour. Unfortunately, the treatments were not successful. Add to this the fact that the actress was still shooting her TV series made it more stressful. They decided to try one last time, which finally took. At age 44, Seymour gave birth to twins named John and Kristopher. Sadly, her marriage to her fourth husband did not last as she has since split from Keach and has been raising her children on her own.
Rachel Zoe | 42
The reality star and fashion designer Rachel Zoe was already a mother to Skyler when she got pregnant again in her forties. For her and her husband, Rodger Berman, her pregnancy with Skyler was unexpected, but nevertheless, it was a blessing for the couple. A few years later, Zoe announced the happy news that she was again pregnant. The star admitted that they were over the moon when she gave birth to their first child and did not really expect that they would get pregnant the second time around, especially at her age.
Zoe was already resigned to just having one child with her husband, but it seems that there was another bundle of joy to come. The couple were glad that they were pregnant once again and that their son would have a sibling to play with. Fortunately, there won’t be any troubles with mortgage or any mother matters, since Zoe and her husband are earning well.
Beverly D’Angelo | 49
The National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation star Beverly D’Angelo became a mom later in the game. Aside from her outstanding performance on the film, she was also known to have dated Hollywood icon, Al Pacino. Though they never got hitched, they did date for six years. The actress remarked that their relationship was more of a journey with the objective of having their own family together. The couple put their investments toward IVF treatment just to get pregnant.
Fortunately, the treatments worked and D’Angelo got pregnant with twins. At the age of 49, the couple welcomed Anton and Olivia into their arms. However, their plan of raising their kids as a family was cut short as D’Angelo and Pacino called it quits two years after, but they remain co-parents to their children until they are grown. The two did dote on their twins and so far, they have stepped up in their parenting roles despite being apart.
Kenya Moore | 47
Kenya Moore started her career as a model at the age of 14. By 22, she won Miss Michigan USA and was crowned Miss USA 1993. Moore later competed and placed fifth in Miss Universe 1993. She began an acting career after her big win, and as of this moment, she stars in Real Housewives of Atlanta and Family Reunion. Moore got married at the age of 46 to Marc Daly in 2017.
At the age of 47, the model had her first daughter through IVF. According to Moore, she has long contemplated having children. Moore credits her childhood experience for wanting to have an established relationship and a husband before having children. As she reached her forties, Moore found out about her fertility issues that made her consider wanting to have children. After giving birth in 2018, Moore expressed that she wants more children. As of 2019, she and Daly are separated.
Eva Mendes | 40 & 42
Eva Mendes is one of those actresses that you can’t look away from when she is on screen, thanks to her dominating presence and her stunning physique. Thanks to her breakthrough performance in Training Day, Mendes’ career in Hollywood exploded landing her roles in several films like Hitch, 2 Fast 2 Furious, and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Though many were expecting her to grace more films, her absence was genuinely felt.
However, there is a good reason for her break from acting and that is because she has become a full-time mom to her daughters Amada and Esmeralda with fellow actor and Hollywood hunk, Ryan Gosling. Mendes admitted that she didn’t want to have any children at first, but after meeting the actor, she had certainly changed her tune. The couple are doting parents to their adorable daughters and it is understandable why the actress would go on a break. Fortunately, they know how to handle their investments for their growing family even when she did get pregnant in her 40s.
Tamron Hall | 48
Many women suffer from several medical conditions that can affect their ability to bear a child. Likewise, pregnancy itself can be life-threatening. Tamron Hall is not a stranger to this issue. The respected journalist and host herself experienced a medical condition that prevented her from conceiving. When she got pregnant by the age of 48, she was both ecstatic and uneasy.
Hall announced her pregnancy in 2019, when she was already 32 weeks long. She shared that her fear of losing the child along the way prohibited her from announcing the good news. She was informed that at her age, there is a big chance of geriatric pregnancy. She also revealed that she had tried to conceive in her 30s. It was not until her 40s where she realized her chances are getting low. Despite the odds, Hall went through IVF to fulfill her dream of becoming a mother. She credits all the women who are in the situation as her for making her think and feel courageous on her journey as she knows she is not alone.
Salma Hayek | 41
Salma Hayek has risen from a successful telenovela actress to a full-fledged silver screen performer. She has worked on various films like Desperado, Fools Rush In, From Dusk Till Dawn, and Frida, just to name a few. Due to her rising career and continued success, it was not until she was in her forties when the actress started raising a family. She was already 41 years old when she gave birth to her daughter Valentina with her husband Francois-Henri Penault.
The actress thought that she will need help with her pregnancy since she was already in her forties, but she did not. However, her pregnancy was a bit difficult because of gestational diabetes. The actress pulled it off and after nine months she gave birth to her daughter. The actress has certainly built quite a net worth to support herself and her family which, to her credit, came from her numerous successes in the film industry.
Laura Linney | 49
Laura Linney certainly knows how to keep a big secret as it was later revealed that she had a baby when she was 49. There weren’t many photos circulating about the actress having a big bump, which is one of the reasons why many are wondering whether she had a baby via surrogacy. The Love Actually star married her second husband, Marc Schauer, back in 2009. They did try to have a family for several years but could not get pregnant.
Fortunately, after the long wait, Linney got pregnant and gave birth to Bennett Armistead in 2014. She never went public with her pregnancy and had carefully concealed her growing baby bump by missing some important awards. Though the actress doesn’t recommend that women get pregnant in their late 40s, she felt blessed that she was given the opportunity to become a mother. Bennett will not have to worry too much about student loans since his parents have enough money for his needs.
Jane Krakowski | 42
The 30 Rock star, Jane Krakowski, gave birth to her son in 2011 when she was 42 years old. The comedian was engaged to Robert Godley, a British fashion designer, back in 2009. Many though that they would walk down the aisle, but the couple eventually split. Krakowski’s son seemed to have been born a redhead, which caused quite a buzz as Bennett’s parents do not have red hair. Apparently, Godley’s grandparents were redheads!
The split did not affect their child that much since the two remained amicable and raised their little one through co-parenting. Krakowski’s pregnancy wasn’t written into the 30 Rock series, with the actress stating the writers did not believe that her character would become a good mother. Still, it seems that she got motherhood down pat especially when she doesn’t have to worry about personal loans to raise her child since she is making good money herself.
Diane Kruger | 42
Diane Kruger got her start as a model before making a successful transition to film. However, the success she met in her career did not reflect in her personal life. After seeking consultation with her attorney for the finalization of her separation with ex-spouse Guillaume Canet in 2006, she was in a 10-year relationship with Joshua Jackson. Luckily, she found love again with The Walking Dead actor Norman Reedus. They have been together since 2016. Two years after they began dating, Kruger gave birth at age 42.
Both she and Reedus opted not to post pictures of their baby’s face and reveal her identity for privacy purposes. They only showed parts of her body like her cute toes with their social media followers. It was not confirmed if Kruger will have another baby in the future, but the actress has been busy getting back into shape while tending to her child.
Iman | 45
The Somali supermodel Iman wowed the crowd walking down various runways for high-profile fashion brands throughout her career. She first became a mother with her former husband, the professional basketball player, Spencer Haywood. Later on, Iman found new love in the arms of music legend, the late David Bowie. Once again, the model got pregnant at the age of 45, much to the delight of the couple. Many were saying that it was a miracle due to her age, but for Iman, she stated that she tried IVF treatments as well.
For the model, the miracle itself was her being pregnant, since the IVF treatments did not work for her. Their daughter, Alexandria, has grown up to look like her mother, but though it is still too early to tell if she will become a model in the future. One thing is for sure: she won’t have to worry about student loans at all.
Janet Jackson | 50
Being one of the successful pop stars of her generation, Janet Jackson seemed like she has achieved so much in her life. She has been a top-selling artist since she started her solo career in the ‘80s and has amassed major cash for investments and business ventures. She has an overall $190 million net worth that proves that she is one of the richest singers today.
Many also know that Jackson has had several relationships and marriages in her life. Through all this, Jackson was not able to bear a child. It was only when she was 50 years old that she finally conceived her only son Eissa Al Mana with her former spouse Wissam Al Mana. All her life, Jackson focused on her career that she was ready to give up her projects such as the Unbreakable World Tour to be able to focus on her child.
Milla Jovovich | 44
Milla Jovovich, also known as The Reigning Queen of Kick-Butt, was one of the most highly acclaimed action actresses of her time. She was known for her movie Resident Evil, which has given her not only fame but fortune to set her and her family up for life.
Jovovich has been married to Paul Anderson since 2009. The couple has two children together namely Ever and Dashiel. In 2020, the couple welcomed their third baby Osian. They showed off their child to their Instagram followers, showing the baby’s charming and calm face. Jovovich admitted that she was scared during her pregnancy, as she has undergone a horrifying ordeal two years before while she was filming in Europe. The ordeal might have made the actress traumatized. She now gives credit to Anderson and her kids for keeping her surrounded with the support that she needed.
Jennifer Connelly | 40
Jennifer Connelly has been happily married to second husband Paul Bettany since 2003. They welcomed their first child Stellan the same year. They welcomed again another child named Agnes in 2009 even when the Labyrinth actress was already 40 years old.
Among the two, Connelly sees potential with Agnes when it comes to having a degree of interest in Hollywood. Aware that her parents are successful movie stars, Agnes has shown interest in movies. The youngest child would often help her mother run lines and would go to work with her. Connelly said that she sees Agnes not in front of the big screen but as a director. At only 9 years old, Agnes clearly has a bright future ahead of her whatever career path she decides to pursue. Connelly also has a 23-year-old child named Kai Dugan from her previous marriage to David Dugan.
Annette Bening | 42
Even after having three children with Warren Beatty, Annette Bening was still able to conceive her fourth child Ella Beatty. The Bonnie and Clyde star welcomed their fourth child in April 2000. Ella, now 21, is still considered the baby of the family. Aside from Ella, Bening and Beatty’s children are Stephen, Isabel, and Benjamin.
Now at 62, the actress admitted that she misses her kids so much. She understands that they have their own lives already and are busy with their online classes, going out-of-town, and having their own respective careers to manage. Still, she usually gets them to text her about their whereabouts and any life updates they might have. Now that her children are already grown-up, Bening is back into acting and has been accepting projects as of late. Her most recent project is the movie Death on the Nile.
Alyssa Milano | 41
Child actress Alyssa Milano became a mother again at the age of 41. She got engaged to her boyfriend, David Bugliari, just after a year of dating. The couple tied the knot in 2009 but didn’t immediately start a family partly because Milano was busy with her growing career in Hollywood. In 2011, the actress gave birth to their son Milo, which was later followed by their daughter, Elizabella, whom the actress had when she was 41.
Just like with other Hollywood celebrities who focused first on their career, Milano chose to hone her craft further before settling down to her motherhood. Fortunately for her, she built up quite a net worth, which, to her credit, showed how prolific of an actress she is. The Charmed alum stated in one interview that she did not regret starting a family later in life.
Geena Davis | 48
Geena Davis is an award-winning actress who rose to fame in the early ’80s. Davis’s busy schedule as an actress, an advocate for media equality, and her work as an executive producer may have been a factor in her choice to conceive later in life. Davis, who has allotted major investments money for her advocacy foundation, Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, became a first-time mother at age of 46. She embraced motherhood with her fourth husband Dr. Reza Jarrahy, a plastic surgeon.
Despite their age gap of 15 years, Davis was still able to fulfill her dreams of becoming a mother. They married in 2001 and welcomed their first baby Alizeh in 2002. Today, the 65-year-old actress already has three kids, including Kian and Kaiis. In 2018, Davis and Jarrahy decided to end their union and file for legal separation. They remained responsible co-parents to their three offspring.
Naomi Watts | 40
Actress and producer Naomi Watts found love with fellow Hollywood star, Live Schreiber, with whom she has two children. Their first son was born while Watts was in her late thirties, and by the time she hit her forties, she gave birth to their second child. They were both proud parents of her two boys and wished that she could have more children with Schreiber.
Though the two did not get married, they stayed together for 11 years before announcing they were already in the process of separating. They did remain amicable for the sake of their two sons, whom they are co-parenting to this day. Watts has moved on from that breakup and is now with Billy Crudup. Even though her career has slowed down somewhat, the actress has enough investments to support her family and give her children what they want and need.
Christie Brinkley | 40 & 44
Former model Christie Brinkley had been married four times and has three children. The first one was with her first husband Billy Joel, while the next one was with Richard Taubman who was a real estate developer. She was already in her forties by the time she gave birth to her second child, a son named Jack. Brinkley then married Peter Cook and welcomed their daughter Sailor Lee at the age of 44.
The model opened up about her difficulties in getting pregnant, and they soon turned to IVF treatments to help her become pregnant. She admitted that they chose to put their investment money on the treatment because they wanted to ensure a safe pregnancy. Fortunately, it worked for them and she was able to give birth to her beautiful daughter Sailor Lee, who looks very much like her mother.
Garcelle Beauvais | 40
The reality star Garcelle Beauvais became pregnant in her early twenties, while she was just starting out in her acting career. She was modeling first before she became an actress for Models, Inc, then later co-starred with Jamie Foxx in his sitcom called The Jamie Foxx Show. At that time, she was still married to her first husband Daniel Saunders. She married her second husband and talent agent, Michael Nilon, in 2001.
She got pregnant and had her fraternal twins when she was 40, but had to deliver them via C-section because of preeclampsia. The actress was quite blunt when talking about her pregnancy scare. Fortunately, both her and her little ones pulled through with flying colors. However, the couple split after a few years. Beauvais has smart investment planning in place, which allows her and her children to live comfortably.
Chloë Sevigny | 45
Chloë Sevigny is known for her roles in independent films. Aside from being an actress, Sevigny is also a model and a filmmaker. She has been a famous star for the past 20 years due to her wise investments in her career. What she set aside was her time to have her own family but in 2020, the fashion designer married Siniša Mačković. They welcomed their firstborn Vanja Sevigny Mačković at age 45. The Bloodline and American Horror Story actress kept her pregnancy under the radar, but eventually revealed her baby bump a few months before she gave birth.
Before becoming a mother, Sevigny was busy modeling, doing film roles, and fashion designing. She previously worked with the fashion line Opening Ceremony for a collection. It would not come as a surprise if her baby will take on modeling in the future just like her mother.
Kim Basinger | 41
Kim Basinger and Alec Baldwin’s relationship started when they met on the set of The Marrying Man, where they played a couple on-screen. After nine years of marriage, Basinger sought help from her lawyers to legally separate from the comedian and actor in 2002. Despite their marriage falling apart, the former lovebirds were blessed to have their daughter Ireland Baldwin as a fruit of their marriage.
Basinger is a proud mother to Ireland, now 23, who has been making a name for herself in the same industry as her parents. The star, who looks exactly like a younger version of her mom, is currently a fashion model and an actress who has appeared in movies such as The Grudge Match and Campus Caller. Ireland started modeling in 2014 and has landed on magazine pages including Grazia. With multiple talents to boot, Ireland is set to conquer the entertainment industry with her mother as her number one supporter.
Alanis Morrissette | 45
Alanis Morrissette is a popular singer known for her emotive mezzo-soprano voice that has captured an international audience. She successfully launched dance-pop albums in the ‘90s and has since been one of the highly-regarded singers of her time. Morrissette married fellow musician Souleye in 2010. They were blessed with two children named Ever Imre and Onyx Solace.
As her kids grow up, Morrissette still wanted to expand her family. She and her husband tried several times before, but it only resulted in heartbreaking losses. It was when she was 45 years old that she gave birth once again. During her pregnancy, Morrissette was able to address her health condition that had given her such a hard time before. Currently, Morrissette and Souleye spend more time with their growing family and take turns assisting their children for their online classes and other activities.
Mary Stuart Masterson | 45
Mary Stuart Masterson has lived a life under the spotlight for such a long time. She is known for appearing in popular movies such as Some Kind of Wonderful and Fried Green. She later became a director sometime in her career. Masterson may have been a busy actress for decades before she decided to become a mother at the age of 43. She welcomed Phineas, 11, her firstborn with Jeremy Davidson in 2009. She also welcomed two more babies named Clio and Wilder.
Now with four kids, Masterson juggles her time in their upstate New York house while maintaining a family farm. The actress revealed that she wanted a private setting for her family after she has lived a life being followed by the media. For years, Masterson did not regret having a farm as one of her investments as it brings her calmness and relaxation away from the bustling city life.
Brigitte Nielsen | 54
Brigitte Nielsen has accomplished so much in her life. She has been an actress, model, singer, and reality star who has made serious real estate investments on the side. She has also kept her fame stable since she started working in the ‘80s with films such as Red Sonja and Rocky IV. However, upon entering her 50s, Nielsen did not give up having a baby of her own. At 54, Nielsen successfully gave birth to her daughter Frida with longtime husband Mattia Dessi.
After more than a decade of trying in-vitro fertilization, the couple successfully conceived their child. Nielsen said in an interview that she never gave up on her dream to become a mother until there were no embryos left from her. Upon learning of her pregnancy, she kept it a secret to her family members, even to her mother to surprise them. Despite other people’s comments on her choice of having a baby at an old age, she stands on her opinion that it is not anybody’s business.
Geri Halliwell | 44
Blessings really come unexpectedly. As things don’t always come how we want them, life has its way of teaching us or pointing us in another direction. Geri Halliwell’s surprise pregnancy at the age of 44 is a perfect example of such.
The former Spice Girl was 44 years old when she got pregnant with her second child, Monty. Halliwell has a daughter named Bluebell in 2006 from a previous relationship. In 2015, she married the racer Christian Horner, intending to start their own family. As she is already in her forties, she had difficulties conceiving naturally. She then turned to the IVF method, despite the fact that the costs could max out her insurance. In 2016, Geri announced that she was expecting her second child. She later shared that she got pregnant naturally and considers baby Monty as a gift.
Marcia Cross | 44
Marcia Cross is one of the stars of the hit drama Desperate Housewives, and aside from her stellar performance in the show, she also played a more personal role in real life. She became a mother to twins at the age of 44 through the help of IVF treatment. The actress shares her daughters with her husband Tom Mahoney who could not be any happier having a family at their age. The couple met when Cross was already in her forties, and when they tied the knot, they wanted to get pregnant as soon as possible.
With their earnings used as investment money for their IVF treatment, they soon became expecting parents. The actress admitted that she was scared at first of becoming a mother at her age, but it seems that she is handling it quite well now that her daughters are all grown up and looking very much like their mother.
Audra McDonald | 46
Getting pregnant at a later age is nothing new nowadays. Though it is still shocking, pregnancy beyond the age of 40s is just a normal thing now. Many celebrities are going down the same path as they reserved their prime for their career. Audra McDonald has a semi-similar story about her pregnancy at 46. According to her, she was surprised and elated at the same time.
McDonald never expected to be a new mom again at the age of 46. She already has a teenage daughter from a previous marriage and two stepsons, so adding a new one was not in their plan. On the brighter side, she said that she was more relaxed and calmer when it came to mothering her baby at 46. Perhaps it is because she already went through it and does not fuss about small things anymore. Additionally, she does not have to worry about her children needing student loans, as she can afford to pay for their schooling.
Molly Ringwald | 41
Molly Ringwald is one of the best-known characters of the hit NBC sitcom The Facts of Life. Since her first major role, Ringwald was able to land more acting projects, including The Breakfast Club and Sixteen Candles. As she rose as a teen icon, Ringwald reached a certain degree of stardom that follows her until today. Aside from her acting career, many are also interested in the actress’ personal life. Fans followed her relationship status and her journey to motherhood. She first welcomed her daughter Mathilda with her husband Panio Gianopoulos at age 37.
Later on, Ringwald welcomed new additions to her growing family at age 41 with twins Adele and Roman. She has stated that she cannot help but compare how her life back then was a teenager compared to her kids’, but the actress tries hard to understand and keep up with their lives. Despite her heavy schedule, Ringwald sees to it that they still have moments to bond as a family.
Nancy Grace | 48
Nancy Grace is a lawyer and former district prosecutor turned legal commentator and journalist. She announced her pregnancy at the age of 48 in 2007. Taking everyone by surprise, Grace also informed the audience that she got married months ago of the same year. With everyone in shock, she further added that she is having twins.
Grace had already given up on marrying and having her own family. She lost her fiance back in college and since then has dedicated her life in pursuit of justice. As she was left scarred by the tragedy, she was no longer interested in a committed relationship. It wasn’t until she reconnected with David Linch, a friend from college, that she began to want a family again. They eloped in April 2007. Grace refused to talk about how she conceived and instead discussed the difficulties and how life-threatening her pregnancy was. Despite everything, the journalist is happy and amazed with her twins and calls them her miracles.
Jane Kaczmarek | 41, 44, & 46
Despite playing the ever controlling mother in the hit TV show Malcolm in the Middle, Jane Kaczmarek showed her softer side with her own growing family. The actress has three children, who were all born in her 40s. The Emmy-nominated actress is wed to The West Wing star, Bradley Whitford, and it took them five years before they started a family, which meant that she was already in her forties.
Kaczmarek was quite open about the difficulties in her career when she was pregnant during the decade as she had to hide her growing bump from the camera. However, it seems that her will to perform and become a mother at the same time helped her make smart investment planning for the future of her children. She has a decent net worth today and her husband has been adding to the pile as well.
Madonna | 41
Madonna is one of the pop icons in the music industry that has grown her career since the 1980s. The Like a Virgin singer got pregnant when she was in her late 30s with her partner Carlos Leon. She adopted four children in between, thinking that she would not get pregnant again, but she did at the age of 41 with her husband Guy Ritchie. Though many were not surprised that Madonna got pregnant in her 40s, there were concerns about getting pregnant at this age.
Fortunately, Madonna’s pregnancy was normal and she gave birth to her son Rocco. Though the couple eventually went on their separate ways, the singer did not have any trouble raising her growing family. She put her investments in various real estate properties and businesses so that she doesn’t have to worry about money at all since her music career is still growing strong.
Rachel Weisz | 48
Rachel Weisz welcomed a child with her husband Daniel Craig in 2018. The two have been married in June 2011 and have been living a low-key married life. Weisz was one of the celebrities who went on the trend of conceiving late in life. The actress was not a first-time mother. She has a teenage son with former husband Darren Aronofsky. On the other hand, Craig also has a daughter from a former marriage.
Weisz broke boundaries with her pregnancy and proved that even though she was nearing the golden age, she can still carry a baby. Although there were speculations if the actress sought help from professionals to have a baby, what is important is that she will share an offspring with the James Bond actor. Weisz has kept her baby under the radar, providing ample home security, as she does not want the media to invade her child’s privacy.
Kelly Preston | 48
The late actress Kelly Preston had the most wonderful news in her life in 2010 when she found out that she was pregnant. It had been just a year since her eldest child, Jett, passed away due to illness, so the news was something to be happy about. At 48, Preston was in disbelief yet happy and excited about her pregnancy. The actress even admitted they had been trying to conceive for a long time, but it just wasn’t happening.
They decided to put it to rest and were shocked when one day she had all the signs. Preston had her first child in 1992 at 30, and her second child at 38 in 2000. While Preston received several unwelcome remarks about her pregnancy, she was over the moon with the new developments in their life that she did not pay much attention to them. She gave credit to her daughter Ella, then ten years old, for being a good sport about the situation and for being equally thrilled about the new addition to the family.
Jill Wagner | 41
Jill Wagner welcomed her first child Army Gray at the age of 41. The Hallmark actress, who has been married to her husband David Lemanowicz since 2017, was able to give birth to her bouncing baby girl in 2020. Wagner, who rose to fame for her roles in various made-for-television films in Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, has always envisioned becoming a mother.
Even when she was already in her 40s, the actress did not give up on the idea that she might not be able to bear a child. She gives credit to her faith and determination to have a child. Wagner kept the faith and was blessed to have Army Gray, who’s named as derived from Wagner wanting to have a patriotic name for her baby. She is currently dedicating her time to taking care of her newborn, possibly turning down acting offers for the meantime.
Donatella Arpaia | 40 & 47
There are a lot of modern women today who prioritize their careers over having a relationship and starting a family. Gone are the days when women are expected to wed and bear a child at a certain age. Women today are liberated and interested in achievements just like the celebrity chef Donatella Arpaia, the lawyer turned chef and a Michelin star restaurateur. Her Italian chef father influenced her to pursue a culinary career. Apparently, the same heritage and culture that kept her from having a child at an early age.
Likewise, she has a lot to prove and got busy with her career. All the while, she knew deep down that she wanted to have a child. In her late 30s, Arpaia met the love of her life, Dr. Allan Stewart. In 3 months, she got engaged, and a month later she was pregnant. At the age of 40, Arpaia had her first child. She wanted to grow their family, but since she struggled in conceiving naturally, she tried IVF for years. Luckily, their last try of IVF went well, and she got pregnant with twins.
Holly Hunter | 45
Holly Hunter has been enjoying a life of fame and fortune since the early ‘90s. She was lauded with her 1993 performance for the drama film The Piano, where she played the role of Ada McGrath. For her performance, she bagged awards at the Golden Globe Awards, the Academy Awards, and the Cannes Film Festival. This accomplishment made her even more famous, giving her more opportunities to make money management decisions with the wealth she puts into her bank account.
Hunter was focused solely in her career. However, when she reached her 40s, she decided to consider getting pregnant. It was only when she turned 47 years old that Hunter embraced motherhood. She welcomed her twin boys Claude and Press in 2006 with British boyfriend Gordon MacDonald. Hunter is now 63 and is enjoying the company of her twins, who are now 15 years old.
Mimi Rogers | 45
Mimi Rogers is an actress best known for her performance in the 1991film The Rupture. Her career spans four decades, and she still has plenty of gas left in the tank! Rogers is also Tom Cruise’s first wife. Though their marriage only lasted for three years, the two did not have children. Rogers went on with her life and fell in love with Chris Ciaffa in 1990. In 1995, at the age of 39, the actress got pregnant and gave birth to her first child, Lucy.
Six years later, at the age of 45, Rogers gave birth to her son, Charlie. During those times, they were not yet married. In an interview, Rogers jokes that she had two marriages, yet she got pregnant while single. With no infertility issues, it seems like Rogers was meant to start a family at the right time with the right guy. Rogers and Ciaffa eventually tied the knot in 2003.
Caroline Quentin | 39 & 42
Netflix star and host of The World’s Most Extraordinary Homes Caroline Quentin is a mother of two. The road to motherhood, although a tough one, was rewarded by the birth of her daughter Emily when she was 39 years old. She has been married to Sam Farmer for a whopping 15 years, who she met on the set of Men Behaving Badly. They also have a son named William, who is presently 17 years old.
The British personality has captured the hearts of fans around the world on The World’s Most Extraordinary Homes, where she and co-host Piers Taylor visit investment homes in various parts of the world. They also give commentary on the architecture and sometimes sleep in the house overnight. After all the challenges she experienced in her personal life, we all hope Quentin is happy and living her best life right now.
Courteney Cox | 39
Friends star Courteney Cox is the proud mother of Coco Riley Arquette, an aspiring actress following in her mother’s footsteps. Much like her character Monica on the show, the actress also underwent a difficult process of being able to carry a child. Thankfully, at the age of 39 years old, she was finally blessed with a beautiful baby girl. Coco is her child with her former husband David Arquette, whom she met at the set of the famous slasher film Scream back in 1997.
It is safe to say that aside from the film being a box-office success, something else wonderful came out of that union. That project was definitely a worthwhile investment for the actress. Nowadays, Cox and her 16-year-old daughter make Tiktoks to pass the time, showcasing their solid moves. The Cougar Town star continues to prove that age is just a number while she continues to feature her youthful spirit through her social media accounts for all of us to enjoy. Isn’t she just a treat?
Sarah Lancashire | 39
Happy Valley star Sarah Lancanshire is a mother of three sons: Thomas and Matthew with her first husband Gary Hargreaves, and her youngest son Joseph, whom she had at 39 years old with her present husband Peter Salmon. Rest assured, her real-life persona is nothing like her portrayal of Gwen in BBC’s Talking Heads. Lancanshire, has always proved to be versatile in her roles, but it was not a walk in the park real life.
Although she had a troubled youth, this beloved TV personality proves to be hardworking and talented at her craft, and she continues to prove to the masses that she is great at what she does. This award-winning actress deserves credit for being an exemplary model for working mothers everywhere. With success does come sacrifice, but at the end of the day being a present mother is at the top of the list. She really could do it all!
Gwen Stefani | 44
Rumors of Gwen Stefani pregnant with Blake Shelton’s baby have surrounded Hollywood for years, yet the couple has not addressed whether they plan on having another baby to their bunch. The No Doubt vocalist had her youngest son, Apollo, via IVF when she was 44. The singer and The Voice coach was not shy to admit that she had infertility issues at 40 but wanted to have another kid, so she tried in-vitro fertilization.
The process might exhaust one’s medical insurance, but Stefani’s spending capacity can cover the treatment pretty well. At present, she is in her fifties, and carrying a baby at this age might imply greater health risk. Whatever they decide to do, the couple is not very public about the details of their relationship. Whether they decide to try to have one in the future or are already trying, we are sure Stefani and Shelton will be great parents to their new addition.
Jerry Hall | 41
The stunning supermodel and mom of four Jerry Hall is one of the women of Hollywood who gave birth in their 40s. Hall, a Texan native who flew to Paris to start a modeling career, had a rock and roll love story. She was with the famous Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger. Since then, Hall and Jagger became constant companions as they got along very well and had the same set of friends. The two wed in 1990 after almost 13 years of being together. They have two children together. Their firstborn is Elizabeth Scarlet, born in 1984, followed by James Leroy in 1985.
After getting married, Hall and Jagger welcomed their daughter, Georgia May, in 1992. After five years, Hall got pregnant with their fourth child at the age of 41. It could have been more if Jagger and Hall stayed together. Unfortunately, she decided to hire a lawyer in 1999 and null their marriage. Now, Hall is married to the billionaire businessman, Rupert Murdoch, and has said that she does not want any more children as she already has four.
Mena Suvari | 41
At 41, Mena Suvari announced she was expecting her first child with her husband Michael Hope. Although she wanted to have children for a long time, the news still came as a surprise as she had almost let go of the idea. Suvari also added that they were welcoming a baby boy. The actress is just like other women who exhausted herself in trying to conceive. Due to many failed attempts, Suvari had let go of the idea and accepted the fact that maybe motherhood might not be for her.
Just when she stopped fussing about getting pregnant, she found out she was expecting. Suvari was thrilled to announce her pregnancy, but people started asking about how she conceived it. The actress said that the baby was conceived naturally despite her age. Though she knows the risks of her pregnancy, Suvari had a natural birth at home. Though she credits her doctor for taking good care of her, she knew that a home birth would feel the most empowering.
Carrie Grant | 37 & 42
Isn’t she a dream? A sweet dream! Sweet Dreams member and reality star Carrie Grant deserves credit for helping shape the pop culture landscape into what it is now. She continues to share her experiences in the field in various talent shows that are famously presented to the British masses. Like her song Brothers and Sisters, she sings “you got to stand together”, and she does so alongside her husband David, taking care of their four children with special needs.
She even appeared on the soap opera Hollyoaks with her husband and their child Tylan. The singer also advocates for mental health and tackling disabilities with understanding and love. She continues to spread awareness on autism and mental impairments while dazzling our television screen with her megastar presence. She is basically like a real-life superhero, but even better. Let’s go Wonder-Mom!
Emma Thompson | 40
Emma Thompson is an actress known for her films such as Love, Actually, one of the women burdened with PCOS or polycystic ovary syndrome. One of its effects is difficulty in conceiving and infertility. As such, it pained Emma Thompson to lose her first pregnancy and the fact that she can never have children again. However, in 1999, two years after her loss, Thompson announced her pregnancy. She credits IVF for making her motherhood dream possible.
She and her now-husband Greg Wise are over the moon with their baby Gaia, but Thompson wanted to have more. However, her age prevented her from carrying another baby. The famous actress decided to channel her energy elsewhere by participating in charity works. In 2003, Thompson and Wise informally adopted an adult Rwandan orphan named Tindyebwa Agaba, making her a mother for the second time.
Lisa Hartman Black | 44
They say having children completes the family. As much as this seems applicable to everyone, some couples decide that they are better off just the two of them. Family dynamics differ from family to family. As such, their minds can change over time, just like Lisa Hartman Black and her husband Clint Black. After eight years of marriage, their initial thoughts about having children changed.
The couple got married in 1991. Though they are fond of children, the couple decided not to have one yet early on in their marriage. The country singers focused on their careers in the early years of their marriage. When they finally decided to have a child, Lisa was already in her forties. It took them about two years to finally conceive, and their experience was grueling. Lisa shared that she was confined to complete bed rest during her delicate pregnancy. In 2001, Lisa gave birth prematurely to their daughter, Lily. The couple kept tight home security for their only daughter and hid her from the media.
Susan Sarandon | 42 & 45
Susan Sarandon was not in a hurry nor interested in having children when she was younger. At that time, she was diagnosed with endometriosis, a painful condition caused by the growth of tissues outside the uterus which could cause infertility. Her doctors advised her to go through an operation to increase her chance of fertility. Though Sarandon could afford the procedure as she has good insurance, she just discarded the idea and just went on enjoying her youth.
To her disbelief, Sarandon got pregnant and gave birth to her daughter, Eva Amurri, at 39 years old. Despite all odds, the actress embraced her new life as a mother. She was surprised when she got pregnant again at 42. Saradon gave birth to Jack in 1989 with his ex-partner, Tim Robbins. When Sarandon got pregnant again with her son Miles at the age of 45, she realized that she was destined to have a family to care for and love.
Patricia Hodge | 42 & 45
Downton Abbey actress, famous author and upcoming star of Noel Coward’s classic comedy Private Lives, Patricia Hodge is a mother of two sons, Alexander Richard Charles and Edward Frederick James. She has been in the spotlight for a surprising 43 years now, but she claims that her happiest moment was when she gave birth to her sons when she was 42 and 45, which could not have been possible without the love of her life for 40 years, her late husband Peter Douglas Owen.
She has mentioned that she almost gave up on being able to conceive a child, empathizing with a bereavement charity she was once involved in. Unexpectedly by the grace of her heart, she was able to bear a child after a long period of doubting otherwise. She also credits her healthy lifestyle for making her pregnancies possible!
J.K. Rowling | 39
Critically acclaimed author, producer and creator of the Harry Potter series, Joanne “J.K.” Rowling has become a household name in her own right and a powerful force in the world of media and fiction. She is nothing short of magic. Harry Potter would be nothing if not for Rowling. The British writer was able to conceive her third child, Mackenzie, when she was 39 years old. While writing her famous book series, she was a struggling single mom who couldn’t pay her credit card bills and could barely keep a roof over her children’s heads.
At present, she is now happily married to Neil Murray and a billionaire to boot! It wasn’t just the fame and success that kept her going, it was her children that she relied on and garnered strength from. Her children are absolutely priceless and infinitely more valuable than her staggering net worth.
Meryl Streep | 37 & 42
Multi-award-winning actress Meryl Streep, who is effortlessly followed by a trail of accolades, has been blessed with her eldest son and three daughters. Her daughter Grace, who contracted the acting gene and Louisa, a household name in the modelling world, were born when Streep was about 37 and 42 years old, respectively. Her older daughter Mamie, who is a stunning image of her mom, takes after her with a number of film projects, critically acclaimed shows like True Detective, and a resume including impressive cameos when she was just a little baby.
Her son Henry also went down a creative road as a talented musician in his own right, with his song Stop the Train featured in the Julie & Julia soundtrack, a highly praised movie of his mother’s. When Streep isn’t acting, she delegates her time to being a mother, which in itself is a difficult but immensely fulfilling duty. She also has various real estate investments, philanthropic backings, and human rights’ promotions. Way to go mom!
Helen Fielding | 48
“To be honest, darling, having children isn’t all it’s cracked up to be.” That is a line from the pop culture classic Bridget Jones’s Diary, which helped shape the early 2000’s culture. Who hasn’t fallen in love with the smoldering lawyer Mr. Darcy? None of it would be possible, if not for Helen Fielding, the creator of the series. She is a famous screenwriter and author with a dozen awards and nominations to her name.
She has been named one of Britain’s most influential writers, a title she completely deserves. Just like her quirky heroine, Fielding was able to conceive a baby at a much older age than expected. She gave birth to her youngest child, Romy, when she was already 48 years old. Fielding must now think that children can be beautiful and amazing, after all. She’s literally Bridget Jones in the flesh!
Cheryl Tiegs | 44 & 52
Cheryl Tiegs is a career woman through and through. She reigned the runways in the 1970s to 1990s and has her eyes on the prize. Despite her workaholic tendencies, she still wanted to start a family. Tiegs’ first pregnancy was with her third husband, Anthony Peck, at the age of 44. Tiegs and Peck ended their relationship in 1995. Three years later, Tiegs married the yoga instructor, Rod Stryker.
The couple wanted to have children together, but they failed to produce naturally. Tiegs first tried IVF, but the procedure was not successful. Her fertility doctor suggested another option, which is surrogacy. Tiegs said yes to it and welcomed her twin sons in 2000, at the age of 52. As Tiegs got asked how much she paid for the process, she was tight-lipped about the details, but she definitely did not have to apply for loans to afford it. Let’s go Wonder-Mom!
Cameron Diaz | 47
Who doesn’t know Cameron Diaz? She was not only an actress, but she also has the credit of being a producer, author, and model. She might have retired as an actress already, but she has been in dozens and dozens of movies that many still watch today. She has been in hit films such as Charlie’s Angels and Annie. She has certainly played a good assortment of roles.
The star is already going near her 50’s, but did you know that she just recently welcomed a child? In 2019, when the actress was already 47, she gave to an adorable baby girl named Raddix. While she might have come a little late for some, she came just in time for Diaz. When she was recently interviewed about her experiences as a mother, she shared that the little one has been a lot of fun, especially in a time where everyone has to stay at home a lot.
Laurie Brett | 40
EastEnders star, Laurie Brett continues to dominate the small screen with her charm, with unforgettable performances in Waterloo Road and Traces. Brett has the voice of an angel, as seen in BBC’s All Together Now. She just continues to hit us with never-ending revelations. She surely is an all-around talent! At 40 years old, the arrival of her daughter came as a wonderful surprise, serving as a fantastic addition to her family.
Although unplanned, the star was on cloud nine and nothing short of thrilled. Even though show producers were not prepared for the sudden bombshell, they continued to work around it and were avidly happy for the star. This bundle of joy was the cherry on top of her flourishing career. Away from the spotlight, she serves as a hands-on mom and holds an independent front, managing their home finance, housework, and bills all on her own.
Sharron Davies | 43
Olympic swimmer, hall of famer, and gold medalist Sharron Davies underwent a number of challenges in the baby department after the birth of her first two children, from failing IVF procedures to the stress that comes with trying to have a baby. After numerous obstacles, she was finally blessed with a competitive swimmer of her own, who placed first within her womb. She conceived a daughter when she was in her early forties.
The former swimmer now dedicates her time to coaching and charities. She just keeps on winning in life, giving her the emotional insurance she needs to get through any challenge she may face. With a great support system, she carries on being one inspiring single mom. She continues to express up to present time that her greatest trophy would forever be the birth of daughter. Who knows, she might have given birth to another future Olympic medalist! What a gene pool!
Eva Longoria | 43
Are you a big fan of the comedy-drama series, Desperate Housewives? If then you probably know who Gabrielle Solis is! The credit for the role goes to none other than the lovely Eva Longoria. The actress is generally considered as one of Hollywood’s most beautiful women. This has been back-up by several publications including the prominent weekly magazine People.
Just recently, the star has finally joined the motherhood game and was blessed by a wonderful little boy. Her son, Santiago “Santi” Enrique Bastón, was born in 2018. The actress was already 43 when she gave birth to Santi, and while she might have joined in motherhood a little late, it looks like she’s doing a great job so far. She was already loud and proud about Santi before he even came into the world. We’re quite sure Longoria has been nothing but an amazing mother.
Julianne Moore | 36 & 41
Still Alice Oscar awardee Julianne Moore is more than just a force in Hollywood, she is also a mother of Caleb and Liv. Along with her long-term husband, film director, Bartholomew Freundlich, the actress maintains a close-knit relationship with her family, putting family first above all else. Moore and her husband even shared in their son’s bittersweet graduation just last year. Caleb has plans of following in his parents’ footsteps, with hopes of getting a film degree from New York University, with Moore in full support.
Rest assured, the beloved actress is nothing like her roles in Chloe and Carrie, serving as her kids’ emotional support system and source of strength. Their strong roots in family inspires many parents out there to do the same. After all, with her busy schedule, she still makes time for her husband and kids.
Meera Syal | 44
Author, actress, comedian, author and playwright Meera Syal continues to expand the limits of creativity in media and in real life. Being one of UK’s beloved and one inspiring Asian presence in the country, she is best known for starring and co-writing Goodness Gracious Me. From writing a novel on contradicting cultures as seen in Anita and Me, her critically acclaimed book. Needless to say, she serves a respectable name amongst Brits and the masses. Aside from her career, she too was given a climactic point in the chapter of her life, and that is becoming a mother to two children, having her youngest at 44 years old.
She felt incredibly lucky to have been given a child after numerous attempts to conceive. Even though they identify as residents of Great Britain, she makes sure to encapsulate her the traditions and culture of India and pass it on to her children. Syal, continues to keep her feet on the ground. Although she does not have a finance degree, Syal once said, “You don’t work just for the money, you work for the freedom work gave you, for the chance to be a stronger, more interesting version of yourself”, and she continues do so as a mother and an artist.
Sarah Jessica Parker | 44
Sarah Jessica Parker was born on born March 25, 1965, and is known as an American actress and producer. She started her career in 1974 and is still active today. With her incredible talent and allure, the star has received fantastic roles in some of our favorite films, such as The First Wives Club and Failure to Launch. In her career, she has done a lot of amazing things. It’s quite the same with her personal life!
The star is already nearing her 60’s now being 56. In 2009 though, at the age of 44, the star became a mother to the twins, Marion and Tabitha. While the twins’ arrival might have been a little late, their coming is surely welcome. The way their mother looks at the two tells me she has nothing but love and adoration for the duo.
Sara Edwards | 42
BBC Wales’ reporter and military historian Sara Edwards is known for her work in the small screen. She has interviewed big names and royalty such as Prince Charles and people of similar standing. I think we can all safely assume that her credit score is higher compared to when she started working at Capital Radio London. Speaking of historical moments, the Welsh presenter announced she was pregnant at 42 years old.
Edwards is a much-loved personality in Wales and her high profile work has always been looked forward to. She continues to be an outstanding journalist and mother while raising awareness for eco-friendly movements. Her professionalism has made a mark on today’s history and she continues to be respectable force in the industry. Even with her reported departure from BBC Wales, she has undeniably had a great run and is presently a happy mother to her child.
Jackie Brambles | 41
Previously the youngest DJ of Capitol London back in the day, journalist Jackie Brambles has had the opportunity to interview almost every celebrity in her time and even cover political agendas. She was also a presenter for This Week and ITV Breakfast. She also worked as a foreign reporter for GMTV in her 13 years ago, and respectfully resigned to focus on being a mother to her two children with her husband David Todd.
She continues to offer her helping hand with various charities and uses her voice to discuss present issues in platforms like Loose Women. Need a financial advisor? Brambles is closely linked with the financial services industry, having been involved with a number of exclusive events. She is definitely not just a pretty face. She is smart, experienced, and accomplished. Of course, she is also one hot mom!
Jennifer Beals | 41
Tired of online classes? Take a break and watch Flashdance, a critically acclaimed film and focus your gaze on the beautiful Jennifer Beals. The actress is nothing sort of amazing. She started her career as a model and an actress in minor roles before becoming a movie star, a Golden Globe nominee, and an NAACP Image awardee. Speaking of her projects, she starred as Bette Porter in the TV series The L Word, and in the middle of production became pregnant with her first child at 41 years old.
Try to check it out and see the creative ways they try to hide the very pregnant tummy, with meditation and bump-concealing outfits. With the birth of her baby girl came unexplainable happiness. To this day, the 57-year-old actress doesn’t look a day over thirty. Beals definitely has exclusive access to the fountain of youth.
Sian Williams | 43
BBC Breakfast host Sian Williams is a well-known presenter in her country. The Welsh personality started in Liverpool’s BBC Local Radio. She is also known for being a presenter in BBC1’s Six O’Clock News and the author of Rise: Surviving and Thriving after Trauma. Apart from being a television presenter, Williams is also a caring mother, giving birth to the youngest of her 2 boys at 43 years old.
After beating a terminal illness, she continues to live a healthy lifestyle, eating right and exercising daily. She continues to live life to the fullest while in remission. Student loans may also not serve as problem for the reporter as she strives to master her psychological studies and continues to exhibit enthusiasm in learning more about neuroscience at City, University of London. Her newfound love of life just continues to grow with her children by her side.
Uma Thurman | 42
American actress, producer, model, and producer Uma Thurman was born on April 29, 1970. The star started her career in 1985 when she was just around 15, and at 50, she is still active today. With her undeniable talent, the star has appeared in numerous projects such as Les Misérables and The Parisian Woman.
Currently, Thurman is mothering three wonderful children while still hustling. Her first child, Maya Hawke, was born in 1998, while her second child – and only son – Levon was born in 2002. In 2012, her third child, Luna, was born. While all three are amazing and lovely in their own way, to some degree, Luna is a little miracle. At the time of her birth, Thurman was already 42. It also seems she’ll be the last addition. Thurman is already happy having three healthy and beautiful children.
Kristen Wiig | 45
Do you know Kristen Wiig? Well, you might have not seen her on-screen, but you’ve probably heard her. She has lent her voice to some of our most beloved animated films such as the Despicable Me and How to Train Your Dragon franchises.
Currently, she is the mother of two adorable children. In 2020, twins Luna and Shiloh were born. Handling twins might become a little difficult to some degree, especially when they start running all around the place, but we have a feeling Wiig is more than ready and willing to face that. The twins are definitely a pair of miracles in more ways than one. Aside from being little bundles of joy, they came when Wiig was already around 45 years old. A little late in the game, but still very welcome. We can’t wait to see more of Wiig’s little angels.
Mariella Frostrup | 42 & 43
British journalist, Mariella Frostrup started her career as a PR executive for Phonogram Records. Remember the epic Queen performance at Wembley Stadium? Frostrup helped with the publicity of the event. Now she is a presenter at Times Radio, where she interviews other celebrities like herself. She also has an impressive philanthropic line-up, working for charities for about 20 years. She has also been active in fundraising, leaning towards a family-oriented tone with initiatives like Save the Children.
She is also an advocate of Women’s Rights. Together with her husband, who is a human rights attorney, they happily take care of two amazing children, whom she had at 42 and 43. She fears of not being able to bring up children sharing the same values as her. We are pretty sure that a person with a heart like hers is fully capable of nurturing her children to grow up just like her.
Savannah Guthrie | 42 & 44
American broadcast journalist and attorney Savannah Guthrie was born on December 27, 1971. She is widely known for her role on the morning show Today. She is a main co-anchor of the show, a position she has held since 2012. Currently, Guthrie has two lovely children. In 2009, she started dating the Democratic political and communications consultant, Michael Feldman. In 2014, the two officially tied the knot. Their first child, Vale Guthrie Feldman, was born in the same year.
Vale is definitely a miracle in more ways than one. Aside from being a little bundle of joy, she was born when Guthrie was already 42. However, she would not be the anchor’s only child. In 2016, when Guthrie was already 44, the couple’s second child, Charles Max Feldman, was born. She may be a little late in the game, but it looks like the journalist is acing it.
Marcia Gay Harden | 44
American actress Marcia Gay Harden is one of the greatly decorated stars of her time. She was recognized by some of the biggest organizations in the industry. Currently, Harden has an Academy Award, a Tony Award, and two nominations at the Primetime Emmy Awards to her credit.
At the age of 61, the star has three amazing children. Her first child, Eulala Grace Scheel, was born in 1998. For some time, Eulala was Harden’s only child. However, two literal miracles came into the family’s lives after almost six years. In 2004, her twins Julitta Dee Scheel and Hudson Harden Scheel were born. At the time of the twins’ birth, Harden was already 44 years old. The little duo’s arrival may have been a little late, but still very much welcome. They most probably brought great joy to both their parents.
Sandra Bullock | 46 & 51
American actress and producer Sandra Bullock is considered the most beautiful woman according to People magazine. The actress was born in 1964 and started her career in 1987. With her amazing talent, she has been in a myriad of films such as While You Were Sleeping and The Proposal. With the number of projects she has been in, it should come as no surprise that she has had the credit of being the world’s highest-paid actress in 2010 and 2014.
All these years she has been hustling, inspiring all the hard-working women out there. However, the star has also shown us that you can work hard and still be able to start your own family at your own timing. At the age of 46, Bullock entered the world of motherhood. She might have really enjoyed it as she had another child at the age of 51!
Kate Silverton | 40 & 43
There is no such thing as naughty. This is the title of BBC broadcaster Kate Silverton’s book. After having experienced difficulties in conceiving, this hardworking mother has two children under her wing, whom she had when she was in her early forties, and both are just adorable! This inspiring author has been giving and giving, aside from the number of parenting tricks she’s enlightening us from her commended published book, she also serves as a mental health advocate for adults and children especially in the current situation of the world today and the ongoing pandemic.
She’s just electric! Just like electricity, she continues to make a big impact in today’s society with her presence, wisdom and power. Speaking of energy, have you seen her in Dancing with the Stars? I bet a lot of 20-somethings wish they can dance like her. She really is inspiring. What a fun mom!
Arlene Phillips | 47
The all-around artist Arlene Philips continues to showcase her many-sided talents in directing, choreography, and entertainment. This Broadway star is a Laurence Oliver Awardee and is highly recognized for her performance in Annie. Ever come across it? It surely was a “hard knock life” for this mogul when she thought she was going through menopause at 47 years old, with all the hormones that comes with it.
To her surprise, it turned out she was bearing her second child. She initially felt weird with regards to the unexpected pregnancy but eventually came to terms with the exciting news. She still emphasizes how much of a blessing her pregnancy was despite the criticisms she received from others. The Strictly Come Dancing judge continues to prove that age is just a number, and instead of adding gas to fire, she serves as a great example of grace under ageism. The sun will come out tomorrow if you let it.
Ulrika Jonsson | 40
Swedish-British personality Ulrika Jonsson started out as as a weather girl in TV-am and is more famously known for her appearances on Big Brother, Celebrity MasterChef and Shooting Stars. Jonsson has expressed that her past has been everything but normal and stable, with absentee parents and an unhappy childhood. The celebrity made an effort to change the dynamic when she had a family of her own.
She has four children, with her youngest conceived when she was 40 years old. With her standing, student loans would not be a problem for her kids. At the age of 53 years old, Jonsson continues to be in tune with herself. Age for this beauty is literally just a number, and she cannot stress it enough. She is also such an inspiration to all single mothers out there, so props to her for being able to do it all and still look amazing!
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