Why She's Taking a Professional Break in 2026 - Michelle Pfeiffer steps back from acting in 2026 for family time
Michelle Pfeiffer has revealed plans to take a break from acting in 2026. The decision comes following the birth of her first grandchild last year, which has shifted her priorities towards her personal life. Pfeiffer welcomed her first grandchild in 2023, the child of her daughter Claudia Rose Pfeiffer. The identity of the child’s father remains private.
Before her break, she will star in Oh. What. Fun., a holiday comedy premiering on Prime Video on December 3. She also leads The Madison, a Yellowstone spin-off set for release in 2023, which she is both headlining and executive producing.
Pfeiffer has two children of her own: daughter Claudia Rose and son John Henry Kelley II. With her family growing, she now intends to focus on her personal life rather than new projects.
Pfeiffer’s decision means she will take most of 2026 off from acting. The break follows a busy period in her career, including major film and TV roles. Her return to work after this time remains uncertain.