Kate Hudson stirred conversation on social media with an intimate birthday photo in bed featuring two of her three children. The snapshot, capturing a private family moment, sparked criticism over parenting practices.
Kate Hudson posted several photos from her birthday celebrations on Instagram. However, one snapshot particularly stood out: she had no clothes in bed besides her daughter, Rani Rose Fujikawa, and son Bingham Hawn Bellamy. Her eldest son, Ryder Russell Robinson, is not in the picture.
In the photo, Rani held a rose while Bingham and their mom were topless under the sheets. Kate wore a sleeping eye mask with her arm extending over her children. This image sparked varied comments, with some questioning her decision to appear shirtless.
“Why are you shirtless in bed with your kids?” one person asked, while another remarked, “She’s naked with her kids.” Another stated, “Where’s her shirt? I KNOW I’m NOT the only one wondering.” Amid the critiques, a supporter defended Kate, writing, “My child & I always sleep without shirt, it’s normal. It’s called skin to skin & it’s bonding.”
Kate’s birthday celebration included a surprise breakfast complete with gifts and flowers. Later, her children joined her as she blew out the candles on her beautifully designed floral cake. The celebration continued with a picnic.
As the day went on, the celebrations continued into the evening with friends, dinner, and drinks. This wasn’t the first time Kate, depicted in the photo as “shirtless,” sparked reactions from fans.
She earlier reposted Marcy McCartney’s Instagram photo montage from a photoshoot they did in the past. The carousel of pictures featured the actress in her underwear while posing in bed. Netizens who came across the post flocked to the comments section to share their thoughts, wondering how her son in college would feel upon seeing the snaps.
“Why, you are a Mom? You are awesome without this,” one person wrote.”Yes, she’s beautiful, but I can’t imagine her son Ryder seeing this and his college friends,” another added. “Can’t imagine being her elder son and walking to class [the] next day,” a third echoed.
Meanwhile, some left praises for Kate, writing, “You’re amazing in every way,” “Omg, this really hot Kate,” and “You’re obviously beautiful… but why share these? I feel like I’m watching a Britney video.”
Kate is a proud mother of three beautiful kids, who often appear on her social media posts. One of them captured a sweet moment where the Hollywood star and her children posed on a bed. “Momming since 2004,” she captioned the post.
Kate shares her oldest child, son Ryder, with ex-husband Chris Robinson; her second, Bingham, with ex-partner Matt Bellamy; and her youngest, Rani Rose, with her current partner, Danny Fujikawa. Rani was born in 2018 and turned five last year.
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Previously, Kate Hudson shared a snap of her daughter and partner amidst the Christmas season, and fans couldn’t help but notice their strong resemblance. Her youngest child, dressed in a red knit sweater, was all smiles while her father’s arms were wrapped around her.
Kate posted another photo with her daughter and partner in September 2023, where they rocked matching Tiffany and Co. bracelets. This family moment reflects her ongoing commitment to cherish every minute, something she elaborated on in a recent interview.
In a 2022 interview, Kate called her 40s her “best pocket” of life, dismissing Hollywood’s aging pressures and emphasizing living in the moment and nurturing her children’s self-awareness.
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Reflecting on the uniqueness of each child, she said, “The thing is with kids, you have to let them be who they’re meant to be.” This statement underscores her approach to nurturing their individual personalities.
Building on this philosophy, Kate has developed strong bonds with her two sons and daughter. Drawing from her experiences with her sons, she adapts her parenting approach, acknowledging subtle differences in raising Rani.
“It doesn’t really change my approach, but there’s definitely a difference,” Kate explained in a 2019 interview. She advocates a gender-neutral approach to parenting, and for Rani, she said, “We still don’t know what she’s going to identify as.”
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Kate also shared her observations of Rani’s growing personality. “I will say that, right now, she is incredibly feminine in her energy, her sounds, and her way,” she said. This enthusiasm for her daughter’s unique qualities contrasts her experiences with her sons.
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Comparing her experiences, she noted, “With the boys, it was just like onesies… actually, I did pretty good with the boys. [Laughs] But with her, it’s a whole other ball game. There’s some stuff that I’m like, ‘I can’t do that to her, because it’s so over-the-top.'”
Navigating these nuanced parenting challenges, Kate also faces personal changes that deeply affect her, particularly Ryder’s recent move to college. “It’s so hard, all you want is for your kid to thrive and be happy, but man, when I’m in L.A. and I go to the coffee machine in the morning and I don’t hear his voice,” she said, before becoming emotional.
As she navigates this tough transition, Kate isn’t alone. She has found support in fellow actresses Gwyneth Paltrow and Reese Witherspoon, both of whom also have children in college. Their shared experiences have created a strong bond of understanding and empathy, for which Kate is deeply grateful.
Beyond her industry friends, Kate’s family provides significant support. Her stepfather, Kurt Russell, and her mother, Goldie Hawn, are especially important. She recently celebrated Kurt’s birthday with a heartfelt post, underscoring their close, loving relationship filled with valuable life lessons.
In a heartfelt tribute that illuminated the depths of familial bonds beyond blood, Kate recently celebrated the 73rd birthday of her stepfather, a man she affectionately refers to as “Pa.” The occasion was marked with a nostalgic throwback photo shared on social media, capturing a tender moment between her and Kurt from her childhood.
The image—which showcased the duo beaming widely at the camera—was a poignant reminder of the strength of their connection. Kate’s message, vibrant in all caps, expressed her love and gratitude for Kurt. She gushed, “LOVE YOU PA! ST PATRICKS DAY IS ALWAYS THE BEST BECAUSE WE GET TO CELEBRATE YOU. Happy birthday Pa! We love you.”
This heartwarming message is not the first time the loving daughter has dedicated a tribute to her doting dad as she has honored him many times in several posts she’s shared over the years. Such posts highlight the profound impact Kurt has had on her life and the lives of her siblings.
For Kurt’s birthday in 2021, Kate shared an extended family photo which included Kurt, her mother Goldie Hawn, her brothers Oliver Hudson and Wyatt Russell, and Kurt’s son, Boston Russell. Her caption further unveiled the deep admiration she holds for Kurt and painted him as a pillar of strength, laughter, and unwavering support for their family.
She expressed, “I often wonder how different our life would have been if he never entered the picture. How different I would be […] He’s a pick up your boot straps kinda dad. Don’t cry, shake it off you’re ok, kinda dad […] My girl can rule the world, kinda dad.”
Kate also mentioned the confidence Kurt helped instill in her, divulging, “When you have a dad who gives you permission to be confident you live courageously.”
