Famous Fathers Who Welcomed Children Later in Life
Walking red carpets, collecting awards, and making music history didn’t stop these men from taking on one of life’s greatest roles — fatherhood — well into their later years. Some, like Steve Martin, experienced parenthood for the very first time in their late 60s, while others, such as Mel Gibson, added to already large families. Their stories prove that being a dad doesn’t come with an expiration date — and the joy of raising children can be just as fulfilling at 60, 70, or even 80.
Here are 15 celebrity dads who embraced fatherhood later in life — captured through 30 memorable photos.
Michael Douglas – Dad Again at 58
In 2003, Michael Douglas and his wife Catherine Zeta-Jones welcomed their daughter, Carys. Already parents to son Dylan, Douglas was also dad to Cameron, his grown son from a previous marriage. Reflecting years later, Douglas admitted that fatherhood shifted his priorities:
“Work used to come first, then marriage, then kids. Now, it’s completely flipped.”
He joked that he’d be nearly 75 when Carys turned 16, but cherished the chance to raise a new family at this stage in life.
Mel Gibson – Expanding at 61
Gibson became a father once again in 2020 when he and partner Rosalind Ross welcomed a baby boy. With eight children already, Gibson’s growing family stretched across generations, showing that parenting doesn’t slow down with age.
Paul McCartney – A Beatle Back in the Nursery at 61
The music icon returned to diaper duty in 2003 when daughter Beatrice was born to then-wife Heather Mills. With adult children already, McCartney proved that parenthood is an ongoing journey.
Jeff Goldblum – First-Time Dad at 62
Actor Jeff Goldblum experienced fatherhood for the first time in his 60s, welcoming two sons with wife Emilie Livingston. He has described parenting as both overwhelming and inspiring, often sharing lighthearted dad moments online.
Warren Beatty – Fourth Child at 63
In 2000, Beatty and Annette Bening welcomed their fourth child together. The actor embraced the chaos of a full household, proving that love and energy don’t fade with age.
Rod Stewart – “Long-Awaited Arrival” at 66
Rock legend Rod Stewart and wife Penny Lancaster welcomed their son Aiden in 2011. For Stewart, it was his eighth child — a new blessing in a life already filled with family.
Steve Martin – First Baby at 67
Comedy great Steve Martin became a dad for the first time in his late 60s, calling it “fantastic.” With a stable career behind him, Martin said he had the time and patience to fully enjoy parenthood.
Larry King – Fatherhood While Broadcasting at 66
The late talk-show host welcomed son Cannon at 66 with wife Shawn Southwick King. Despite a busy career, King embraced his role as a hands-on dad.
Billy Joel – Girl Dad in His 70s
Already father to Alexa Ray, Joel welcomed daughter Della Rose in 2015 at age 66, then daughter Remy Anne at 71. He calls being a girl dad “poetic justice” — and one of his greatest joys.
Richard Gere – Parenting at 70
In 2020, Gere and wife Alejandra Silva welcomed their second son together. Living quietly on a ranch, Gere enjoys a peaceful family life alongside his children from previous relationships.
Kelsey Grammer – Expecting Again at 70
By 2025, the Frasier star and wife Kayte Walsh were preparing for their fourth child together — his eighth overall. Grammer continues to thrive in a home filled with love and laughter.
Mick Jagger – Rock Legend and Dad at 73
At 73, Jagger welcomed his eighth child, Deveraux, with Melanie Hamrick. Despite his rock-and-roll image, Jagger delights in fatherhood, with Hamrick often sharing family snapshots online.
Tony Randall – A Surprising New Chapter at 77
In his late 70s, actor Tony Randall became a dad for the first time with wife Heather Harlan. Though he joked about being an older parent, Randall treasured the short years he had with his children before his passing.
Robert De Niro – A Quiet Surprise at 79
In 2023, De Niro revealed he had welcomed his seventh child, surprising fans worldwide. Known for guarding his privacy, the actor nonetheless expressed pride in embracing fatherhood once more.
Al Pacino – Hollywood’s Oldest New Dad at 83
That same year, Al Pacino and girlfriend Noor Alfallah welcomed their son Roman. At 83, Pacino became one of Hollywood’s oldest new fathers — proving love and family can flourish at any stage of life.
✨ These stories remind us that fatherhood is timeless. Whether first-time dads or seasoned parents, these celebrities show that age is no barrier to love, growth, or the joy of raising children.