Julia Roberts recently expressed her affection for her husband, Danny Moder, by sharing a heartfelt photo on social media to mark his 57th birthday on January 31. The Oscar-winning actress, 58, and the cinematographer, who celebrated their 23rd wedding anniversary in July, are navigating the transitions of becoming empty nesters as their twins, Hazel and Phinnaeus, 21, and son Henry, 18, have moved out.
Despite the emotional challenges of saying goodbye to her children, Julia opened up a few months ago about the unexpected joys of this new phase in their lives. She described this time as “all fun, honestly,” adding the experience has been “delicious” for her and Danny.
An insider shared with Star that the couple, who met on the set of The Mexican in 2001, is enjoying a rekindling of their romance. “Julia and Danny are back in the honeymoon phase in many ways,” the source noted. While they miss their children, having the house to themselves has allowed them to reconnect and focus on each other.
While Julia and Danny are relishing their time together, their schedules remain busy. Julia is set to reprise her role as Tess in the upcoming Ocean’s 14, a continuation of the heist franchise that began in 2001. George Clooney, who stars in the film, has mentioned that the storyline will reflect on the passage of time, remarking, “There was something about the idea that we’re too old to do what we used to do, but we’re still smart enough to know how to get away with it.”
This new chapter for Roberts and Moder not only highlights their enduring bond but also their ability to embrace change, as they balance nostalgia for their children with the excitement of rediscovering each other. Overall, the couple seems to have found a wonderful silver lining in their empty nest experience.