These A-list kids are leaving the nest!
High school graduation has come and gone, and parents are feeling a range of emotions as they look forward to their children leaving home to attend college. Star players like Alex Rodriguez, Laura Dern, and Michael Strahan are both proud of their accomplishments and sad to see them go, as the not-so-little guys get used to being freshmen. I'll have to keep an eye on it.
Check out the celebrity kids taking their first steps to campus and adulthood this fall.
Jaya Harper
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Laura Dern's daughter Jaya Harper will be moving across the country this fall to attend New York University.of big little lies The star celebrated the achievement of the 18-year-old, who graduated from an LA high school in June.
Dern posted a photo on Instagram of her graduation ceremony, which she attended with her mother Diane Ladd, ex-husband Ben Harper, and 21-year-old son Ellery. She Dern shared her heartfelt words to her youngest son in the caption.
“I'm so proud of you and your amazing heart and voice,” the actress wrote to Jaya, who was photographed giving a speech at the podium during the ceremony. Dern added, “I'm in awe of you.”
jack rucker
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Darius Rucker is now a two-time father at New York University. Singer Jack, 18, plans to study abroad in the Big Apple this year, following in the footsteps of his sister Daniela, 22, who earned a degree from a Manhattan-based university. May of this year.
Natasha Rodriguez
Alex Rodriguez's daughter Natasha celebrated a big life decision in April when she decided to attend the University of Michigan. The former professional baseball player took to Instagram to document his pride in himself and their shared excitement for the next chapter.
Rodriguez captioned a photo of herself and her 18-year-old son surrounded by balloons: “I can't believe she's about to graduate and go to college. I'm so overwhelmed. Now I'm Go Blue!!💙” Added. Her new school colors. Father and daughter pressed their thumbs together to form the letter M.
Alana “Honey Boo Boo” Thompson
The reality pageant queen is all grown up and ready to go to college, but she doesn't plan on going completely alone. Thompson plans to move to Colorado with her boyfriend, Doralyn Carswell, to study nursing at Regis University.
“For safety reasons and because Doralin is coming with me, I'm going to move off campus.” Mama June: From Not Hot to Not Hot the star said entertainment tonight. Thompson added, “I think he's more excited about moving there than I am. He's also ready to get out of our small town and experience something new.” .
Ryland Hauser
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yellowstone's Cole Hauser is watching his first son leave the nest this year. The actor shared a photo to Instagram of his son Ryland proudly wearing a Texas Christian University shirt and matching hat. In his second photo, the 18-year-old is seen slicing a TCU-themed cake while sitting atop a similarly decorated table.
“So proud of our first born baby boy! Can't wait to see the next chapter of your life,” Hauser wrote alongside a photo that appeared to celebrate Ryland's big step toward higher education. .
Houser's wife, Cynthia Daniel, also shared a photo from the event, which also included Ryland's brother Colt, 14, and sister Steely Rose, 10.
Sophie Codjoe
Nicole Ari Parker's daughter Sophie is on her way to Howard University.of And just like that… The star posted an Instagram reel of moments from her daughter's high school graduation. Parker soundtracked her series of videos and photos to Nas' song “The World Is Yours.”
“Sof! I'm so proud of my cakes. Let's go! The world is yours 🌍💥✈️💃🏻📝🥳,” she wrote with her 18-year-old daughter Sophie, with husband Boris Kodjoe. the mother-of-two, who also has a 16-year-old son Nicholas, wrote. Parker gave a nod to her daughter's next chapter with the hashtag in the caption, adding, “#HowardUniversityBound #proudMama.”
Isabella Strahan
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Michael Strahan wished one of his twin daughters, Isabella, the best of luck in her next chapter at the University of Southern California.
“✌️ Leaving high school and going to the University of Southern California!!! So proud of you, @isabellastrahan!!!” Good morning, America The host wrote the caption on Instagram for a photo of the 18-year-old's high school graduation ceremony. “Intellectual, beautiful, and hardworking!! I will continue to watch over you as you shine!! I love you! ❤️❤️”
sophia strahan
The former NFL star's other 18-year-old daughter, Sophia, plans to attend Duke University after high school. Strahan paid a similar tribute in an Instagram post celebrating her graduation. (The Strahan twins attended different high schools.)
“I'm so proud of you!! You're intelligent and beautiful and I can't wait to see all the great things you're going to accomplish at Duke University,” she wrote, adding, “Congratulations Sophia!! I love you! ❤️❤️”
Gabriela Giudice
Teresa Giudice's daughter Gabriella is attending the University of Michigan. She has an extensive collection of swag to prove it.of real housewives of new jersey The star shared a photo of the 18-year-old's bedroom, which was decorated with blue and yellow balloons and decorations. Gabriella posed on a bed covered with Michigan products.
“Gabriella is going to the University of Michigan 💙💛 I'm so proud of you. I admire you so much for watching you work so hard for what you want. You deserve everything that's going to happen. ” the mother of three captioned an Instagram post. “I can't wait to see your bright future. I love you, porcelain doll. I'll miss you at home! 💗💗 #proudmommy #unversityofmichigan #2023”
Isabella Astin
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Sean Astin revealed that his youngest child, Isabella, will be attending the University of California, Santa Barbara. Celebration tweet From her high school graduation ceremony.
drake gaines
Joanna and Chip Gaines haven't revealed any details, but where Their son is leaving in the fall and they made sure he goes to college. Joanna reflected on 18-year-old Drake's new chapter in her personal essay. magnolia journal.
“Soon, my oldest son Drake will be leaving home for college,” the mother of five wrote. “In the grand scheme of heartbreaking events, this event comes with a lot of gratitude and excitement. Still, it means the separation of my first child and the changes in our family relationships. And that in itself can feel like a loss.”
