Son's career advancement sealed with support from Sarah Jessica Parker
Acting aspirations: Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick Offer Advice to Son
Sarah Jessica Parker, the acclaimed actress known for her roles in 'Hocus Pocus' and 'Sex and the City', shared some wise insights in a recent chat with E! News. Alongside her husband Matthew Broderick, they discussed guidance that they provided to their eldest son James Wilkie, who started his journey in the acting world at 22 years old.
"I hope my children find paths in life that are fulfilling to them," Parker expressed during E! News' Sitdown With Bruce Bozzi. She underlined that one reason for this desire is the diverse ways people can be educated and prepared to navigate adulthood and carve their own life paths.
"You want them to pursue things that are exciting, challenging, hard, and gratifying," she added. And above all, the star emphasized the importance of her children being able to support themselves emotionally and financially, while maintaining their reliability as individuals.
In discussing work, Parker expressed her anticipation for whatever career her children would excel in. "I'm curious to see what they all do, but I hope that they feel that they have choices, that there isn't one way."
Broderick also offered personal insight from their recent collaborative endeavor, acting together in a CBS episode of 'Elsbeth', where James Wilkie joined them. Broderick noted that his son initially felt nervous, but overcame these feelings to enjoy a wonderful working experience with them. This underscores the supportive family atmosphere they fostered, rather than pressuring their children with expectations.
In summary, Parker and Broderick's advice to their son James Wilkie regarding an acting career revolves around personal fulfillment, emotional and financial independence, having options, and being a dependable person. They believe in motivating their children to create lives that resonate with them rather than adhering to one specific path.
Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick highlight the importance of their children pursuing fulfilling, exciting, challenging, hard, and gratifying paths, whether they be in the realm of fashion news, lifestyle, family-dynamics, relationships, entertainment, or even acting like their son James Wilkie. They emphasize the significance of their children being capable of supporting themselves emotionally, financially, and as individuals, thus enabling them to carve a unique life path. In discussing their son's acting debut with them in 'Elsbeth', they underline their goal of fostering a supportive family environment that encourages exploration and personal growth, rather than imposing expectations.
