Who Are Kate Hudson's Kids? Everything To Know About The Glorious Creator's Children
Kate Hudson's journey into motherhood began in 2004 with son Ryder with her ex-husband Chris Robinson, Bingham in 2011 with former fiancé Matt Bellamy, and Rani in 2018 her fiancé Danny Fujikawa
Kate Hudson really loves her kids, and she's not afraid to let the world see it. If you check out her Instagram, you'll find it packed with adorable photos of her three little ones: Ryder, Bingham, and Rani. Whether they're off on an amazing adventure or just enjoying some downtime at home, Kate's feed is always bursting with sweet family moments.
Kate Hudson became a mom for the first time in 2004 when she had Ryder with her ex-husband, Chris Robinson. Then in 2011, she welcomed her second son, Bingham, with her former fiancé, Matt Bellamy. The family got even bigger in 2018 when she had her first daughter, Rani, with her fiancé, Danny Fujikawa. Kate's got a whole beautiful blended family going on.
Navigating unique co-parenting dynamics: Kate Hudson'sp
In a November 2022 interview with The Sunday Times, Kate Hudson opened up about her relationship with the fathers of her children. She shared that while their co-parenting dynamic might not seem traditional to others, she feels they're doing an awesome job. Kate emphasized that despite having three children with three different fathers, they've built a seriously strong family unit together. It's their own unique way of doing things, and she's proud of it. Hudson also opened up about the challenges of navigating her blended family during the COVID-19 pandemic. She admitted that while she might want to put on a brave face and say everything is going smoothly, the truth is sometimes different. She confessed that there are good days, but there are also tough ones where she has to consciously remind herself to stay positive and be grateful for what she has.
Hudson is really good at handling her family situation. In April 2022, she posted pictures of herself, Fujikawa, and their daughter Rani with her ex-fiancé Bellamy, their son Bingham, Bellamy's wife Elle Evans, and their daughter Lovella. They all got together to celebrate Easter, showing how they can come together as a blended family for special occasions.
When it comes to adding more members to her family, Hudson isn't closing any doors. Back in 2020, during an interview on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, she mentioned that she was open to the idea of having more kids. Hudson once again spoke on the topic of expanding her family in an interview for Byrdie's After-Dark digital issue, released on December 12, 2022. She mentioned how she's been having kids throughout her adult life, with a 4-year-old and one in college. She admitted she's not sure if she's finished having kids yet, expressing uncertainty about the future. She's still figuring out if she wants to add more to her family.
Right now, Hudson seems to be relishing life with her three kids. Let's take a look at each of them:
Ryder Russell Robinson, Age 20
Ryder Russell Robinson was born on January 7, 2004. He is the son of Kate Hudson and her ex-husband, Chris Robinson, who is a member of the band The Black Crowes. After being together for a few years, Hudson and Robinson finalised their divorce in 2007. Ryder's middle name, Russell, holds a special significance. It's a tribute to Kate Hudson's stepfather, Kurt Russell. Kurt has been the partner of Kate's mother, Goldie Hawn, since 1983,
It seems like Ryder might be following in his parents's famous footsteps. He's already showing his musical talents by playing guitar in his band, Codependence. Hudson has also mentioned that she sees the acting genes running in the family and believes Ryder has inherited them too. During an appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers, she shared that Ryder is deeply funny, indicating that he has a natural flair for entertaining, just like his mom. Hudson expressed her belief that Ryder is likely to follow the family's path, especially considering his natural comedic talent. She described him as probably the funniest member of their family, and she shared that he brings laughter into their daily lives. According to her, nobody can make her laugh like Ryder does; he has a knack for teasing her and keeping things light-hearted.
Ryder is also part of a notable young Hollywood couple. Since at least February 2022, he's been dating Iris Apatow, who is the daughter of Judd Apatow and Leslie Mann, and sister of Maude Apatow. Sources indicate that Ryder and Iris have been close for quite some time, having grown up together. On The Drew Barrymore Show, Iris affectionately referred to Ryder as a lovely angel in her life, indicating the positive impact he has on her. She shared that their relationship is going smoothly and that they've been together for a while. Iris mentioned how refreshing it is to be with Ryder after experiencing various dating experiences, including encounters with people who weren't the best fit for her during high school.
In June 2022, Ryder celebrated a significant milestone by graduating from high school. Hudson proudly shared photos from the graduation on Instagram, where she was seen attending the event alongside her ex-husband, Robinson. She captioned a snapshot of herself, Ryder, and their other children, Bingham and Rani, with the words, "Today was a big day for our family." Later that same month, Hudson accompanied Ryder as he got a tattoo featuring the initials of his younger siblings: CBR. The C stands for Cheyenne Genevieve, who is Ryder's sister from Robinson's previous marriage with Allison Bridges, B is for Bingham, and R is for Rani. It was a touching way for Ryder to honour his siblings and their bond.
In March 2024, Hudson dropped a fresh tune and music video titled Live Forever. She shared that it's all about the overwhelming happiness her son Ryder brought into her life when he was born. Hudson reflected on being pretty young herself when Ryder came along, and now looking back, she's amazed. She felt like she was almost a kid too, so they kinda grew up together and fell in love with life at the same time. When you listen to the song and watch the video, it feels like a warm embrace, just wrapping you up.
Bingham Hawn Bellamy, Age 12
Bingham Bing Hawn was born on July 9, 2011, in Los Angeles. He is the son of Kate Hudson and her ex-fiancé, Matt Bellamy, who is the frontman of the band Muse. Unfortunately, Hudson and Bellamy ended their relationship in 2014. Bingham's name holds significant family connections. After his birth, Bellamy shared that Bingham is his mother's maiden name, and Bing Russell was Kurt Russell's father, making it a meaningful nod to family heritage. Additionally, Bingham's middle name, Hawn, is a clear tribute to Hudson's mother, Goldie Hawn.
During an appearance on Seth Meyers, Hudson revealed that Bing has a keen interest in the stock market. She mentioned that he was so into it that he even requested stocks for his upcoming 11th birthday. Hudson marveled at how this interest developed, explaining that Bing actively follows stocks, checking his apps as soon as he wakes up. She noted that he's been making good money and really enjoys the process. One of his favorite stocks, according to Hudson, is Foot Locker.
Bing is also part of a baseball team. In June 2021, Hudson shared some snapshots of her son alongside his teammates after a game. The caption she used, was "#mylittleballplayer."
Hudson and Bellamy have stayed friends since they broke off their engagement, especially for the sake of their son, Bing. In a Women's Health interview, Hudson talked about how sharing parenting duties has made her and Bellamy closer. She shared that Matt told her something she really appreciated: he wants Bing to feel like he's gaining something, not losing anything. Kate believes this has brought them all even closer — her, Matt, Elle, and Danny — because they have to rely on each other to keep everyone safe and happy.
Rani Rose Hudson Fujikawa, Age 5
Hudson and her fiancé Danny Fujikawa welcomed their daughter, Rani Rose, on October 2, 2018. Rani got her name from Danny's dad, Ron Fujikawa, who passed away in 2012. Hudson shared that it's a tribute to him because Rani, pronounced like Ronnie, carries his name. She sees it as a special way to honour his memory. As a little kid, Rani showed a strong interest in cooking from an early age. In 2022, According to reports, Rani is her constant kitchen companion. Kate mentioned that Rani has a real love for food and they cook together all the time. She's like her little helper, always by her side. Hudson also noted that Rani is very careful and exact in everything she does, showing a keen attention to detail.
During an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Hudson couldn't help but gush about her youngest child. She said, Rani is really special. She's just so loving, funny — she's hilarious! She loves to crack jokes and be silly. She's just a goofy little kid. Rani is showing signs of being a budding fashionista and makeup enthusiast already. In April 2022, Hudson proudly shared a picture of the rainbow-inspired makeup look her daughter wanted to try. Before that, she had already shown off Rani's great fashion sense by posting a bunch of pictures of her rocking various outfits. Hudson even joked in the caption, "I know NYFW is currently happening east coast BUT it's a daily thing over here guys."
For Rani's 4th birthday bash in October 2022, her grandparents, Hawn and Russell, really got into the fun. They dressed up in prince and princess costumes along with the birthday girl, making the celebration extra magical and memorable. Hawn Captioned alongside a photo of the trio, "Happy 4th birthday our precious Rani Rose🌹You are the real queen! I’ll take Lady in waiting everyday as long as the prince is always beside me!
WE LOVE YOU!!! 💕💕💕💕🎂🎂🎂🎂"
Later in October 2022, Hudson decided to spoil her daughter with a special home spa day. She set up everything, including an avocado face mask, cucumbers for Rani's eyes, and even gave her a relaxing foot massage. The loving mom shared a video of the pampering session on Instagram, joking in the caption, "It might be time to hide the avocados… 🥑."
While Rani enjoys being pampered, the 5-year-old has also shown herself to be a helpful assistant to her mom. On a December 5, 2022, episode of HGTV's Celebrity IOU, where Hudson was fixing up her future mother-in-law's backyard, Rani pitched in with some hard work, proving herself to be quite the little helper. In the episode, Rani was seen eagerly helping out in the garden, holding a shovel, and getting her hands dirty. She mentioned that she loves gardening at their own house too, showing her enthusiasm for getting involved in outdoor activities like her mom.
Hudson's youngest kid wasn't old enough to go with her mom to the Oscars in 2023, but Rani got to stay up late and see her mom give out an award with Janelle Monáe for Best Sound. In a video on Instagram, you could see the 5-year-old and her friend cheering loudly for Hudson and Janelle. Hudson responded to the video saying, "This is too much! 😭"
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