If one thing is true about parenthood, it’s that the journey isn’t the same for everyone. While getting pregnant and giving birth is the most traditional way of becoming a parent, it’s by no means the only way. One way that people become parents is through adoption, and this is a route that many celebrities have taken. Adopting a child allows someone to save an orphan from the hardship of living without parents. To that end, detailed below are just some of the most inspiring stories of celebs who have opened their hearts and homes to adopted children.
Angelina Jolie
One of the most famous advocates for adoption is Angelina Jolie. She has three adopted children: Maddox from Cambodia, Zahara from Ethiopia, and Pax from Vietnam. With her ex-husband, Brad Pitt, she also has biological children, meaning she has a blended family. This shows just how committed she is to providing love and support to children from diverse backgrounds. She’s very open about the fact that adoption has enriched her life with the unique joys and challenges that it brings.
Madonna
Madonna is much more than just a pop icon – she’s also an advocate for adoption. In fact, she has adopted four children from Malawi: David Banda, Mercy James, and twins Stella and Esther. Unfortunately, Madonna’s adoption journey hasn’t been without its controversy, encountering legal and cultural challenges along the way. Despite this, she remains committed to improving the lives of her adopted children, and she has even established charitable organizations to support Malawian communities.
Sandra Bullock
In addition to being an Academy Award-winning actress, Sandra Bullock has also adopted two children: Louis and Laila. Like Jolie, Bullock has been very candid about how adoption has completely changed her life, with her children being the center of her world. Her journey of adoption and motherhood has been a very personal one, in which she’s used her platform to discuss the beauty of adoption and the profound impact it has had on her family.
Hugh Jackman
Hugh Jackman and his wife have been open about their infertility struggles and decision to adopt. The couple adopted two children, Oscar and Ava, and Jackman has spoken candidly about both the challenges and joys of adoption. He’s a huge advocate for creating a loving and supportive environment for adopted children. There are so many families out there who have faced fertility struggles, and his story resonates with them, showing them the positive outcomes of adoption.
Charlize Theron
Charlize Theron is a South African-born actress who adopted her two children, Jackson and August. As a result, she’s been a strong advocate for adoption, as she shares her experiences as a single mother. She’s very open about the fact that her children have enriched her life and stresses how important it is to provide a nurturing environment for all children, no matter what their backgrounds may be.
Kristin Davis
“Sex and the City” star Kristin Davis has adopted two children, Gemma Rose and Wilson. She has been candid about her love for her adopted children and her belief in the power of adoption. In fact, she’s partnered with organizations to raise awareness about the adoption process and the needs of children in foster care. Her celebrity status is powerful in advocating for such important issues.
Mariska Hargitay
Last on our list is “Law & Order: SVU” star Mariska Hargitay and her husband, Peter Hermann, who have three children, two of whom are adopted (Amaya and Andrew). She says that adoption was a natural choice for her family, and it brought immense joy and fulfillment.
