Families who collaborate effectively tend to remain strong. This truth is echoed by the experiences shared by Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor.
Over the years, this pair has shared the screen in numerous films – such as Zoolander, Dodgeball, and Tropic Thunder. Now, their daughter named Ella is part of their professional world. Ben, the father, disclosed that Ella might potentially feature in a future season of Severance, a highly praised Apple TV+ series he both produces and directs, following her minor role in his 2018 miniseries Escape to Dannemora.
Given her fondness for the series, it’s particularly exciting that the long-awaited second season will premiere on January 17th, following almost three years without new episodes.
The 22-year-old enthusiastically told TopMob how much she admires her father’s work at the 2022 Emmys, where the program was nominated for 14 awards and won two – one for title design and another for music composition. She can’t help but feel like it’s her favorite show; she simply can’t get enough of it.
Of course, fans can’t get enough of Ben and Christine’s family adventures with Ella and their 19-year-old son Quinlin. These outings range from galas, sporting events, film festivals, and premieres. Interestingly, their youngest child often prefers to avoid the public eye.
Despite facing difficulties in their relationship, such as a prolonged separation, these obstacles never managed to break their bond of love.
Since 2000, Ben and Christine have been married, but they announced in 2017 that they were parting ways after 17 years – despite not formally filing for divorce. However, following their decision, they reunited when Ben returned to live with the family, including Ella and Quinlin, during the initial months of lockdown in 2020.
In a February 2022 interview with Esquire, Ben shared, “It underwent change over time,” referring to something they were part of. “We had our ups and downs, but we’ve reunited and are content with that decision. It’s been quite delightful for everyone involved. Unanticipated, and it’s one of the positive outcomes from the pandemic.
Christine reflected on their reconciliation—and how far they’ve come.
She clarified during an appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show in March 2023 that Ben and I were evolving separately. When we chose to part ways, it wasn’t a choice we made lightly or intended to discuss openly.
In the course of their time apart, “we learned more about ourselves,” said an alumnus from The Brady Bunch Movie. “It seemed like we required some space to discover that. Yet, even during this period, we remained a united family and still engaged in shared activities.
And when COVID forced the world to slow down, they found their way back to one another.
During the outbreak of the pandemic, everyone needed to find a place to stay safe, and that’s where we all wound up – at our home, Christine elaborated. With an abundance of time on our hands, there was nothing else to distract us, making conversations more frequent.
And now, they’re stronger than ever.
Ben shared with The New York Times on January 11 that the separation allowed him to understand his relationship and life without it. He missed their family unit deeply and felt connected to Christine even during those years apart. However, Covid-19 brought them all back under one roof. As the actor from Meet the Parents explained, they lived apart for nearly a year before reuniting, but he’s thankful for this time because it’s not common for couples to get back together after separating. He feels more appreciative of their relationship now that they know how easily it could be lost.
Revisit the heartwarming memories shared by Ben and Christine, from singing along to Taylor Swift tunes to embracing a plant-based way of life side by side, as they reminisce about their sweetest times with Ella and Quinlin…
Ben Stiller and his wife Christine Taylor have been married since 2000, but they separated in 2017 without filing for divorce. During the pandemic, they chose to quarantine together with their children Ella and Quinlin, and it seems that this period led them to reconcile permanently.
Over the years, Ella has frequently accompanied her father Ben to various events, such as when she tagged along with dad at the June 2023 debut of the short film “Let Liv” at the Tribeca Film Festival, which her mother Christine stars in. On this occasion, the three of them chose different black outfits for their outing.
Prior to this, Ella had been Ben’s plus-one at events like the 2022 Emmys, the 2018 premiere of “Free Solo”, the 2017 premiere of “The Meyerowitz Stories”, and the opening night of the Broadway musical “Groundhog Day”.
In 2019, Ella and her father attended the Golden Globes together to support the Showtime miniseries “Escape to Dannemora”, which earned Ben a nomination for Outstanding Directing.
Ben shared his positive feelings about collaborating with Ella on the set of Escape to Dannemora, expressing he was “pleased” that things went smoothly. The actor from Zoolander said, “It made me happy and proud. She treated me with great respect, which I truly appreciated because as a father of a teenage daughter, you sometimes want to act differently at home! But it was actually a very pleasant experience for us both.
Beyond her minor part in “Escape to Dannemora”, Ella has also featured in “Hubie Halloween” and “Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb”. As Ben shared with TopMob back in 2019, Ella appears to have a passion for expanding her acting career. Christine too discussed this choice, telling “Us Weekly” in 2018 that she never discouraged Ella from walking the same path as her parents. In her own words, “She emerged from the womb with a purpose, and I was never going to stand in her way.” The alum of “The Brady Bunch Movie” explained, “She is a very determined, strong-willed young woman, and she loves it. Clearly she was destined for this world, but I didn’t inspire her pursuit. Living in New York City, she has been exposed to so many remarkable things and performances, so … she has caught the acting bug. There’s no stopping her, but I did not initiate her interest.
Previously, Ben admitted that Ella had discussed with him how he wasn’t around during her childhood due to his professional commitments. He elaborated on this to Esquire, saying it was tough to hear because it reminded him of his own parents, actors Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara, being absent at times. He had always thought he wouldn’t do the same, but hearing Ella brought up these feelings.
However, Ben also emphasized that it was crucial to acknowledge her sentiments. He explained that while dealing with his own aspirations, he realized: “It’s a struggle to balance my desire to fulfill my dreams and be there for her.”
Furthermore, the director of Severance clarified that Ella and her brother Quinlin didn’t keep track of his absences due to work; they simply yearned for quality time with their father. He concluded by stating: “I’ve come to understand that my kids aren’t concerned about my career. What they truly desire is a parent who is emotionally available and supportive of them, rather than one who is constantly pushing the boundaries of creativity.
In an interview on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” Ben confessed that Ella had transformed him into a dedicated fan of Taylor Swift after making him listen to her music while teaching her how to drive. He admitted that he was already a fan, but now considers himself a devoted Swiftie. Taylor’s tunes had a soothing effect on both of them, and Ben went on to demonstrate the depth of his fandom by discussing her latest albums “Folklore” and “Evermore,” as well as specific songs like “Cardigan,” “Betty,” and “August.” These tracks, he explained, tell a love triangle story from different perspectives, with characters named after Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively’s children. He also mentioned the extended version of “All Too Well” from her vault.
Following the production of “Tropic Thunder” alongside Ben in 2007, Christine opted to pause her acting career to devote time to nurturing their children instead. During an interview on “The Morning Call” in 2010, she expressed, “It wasn’t a difficult choice for me. When Ella was born, my world transformed. I was amazed by the depth of love I felt for this tiny being. I wanted to be involved in every aspect of her life. I didn’t want to miss any moment, and with Ben having such a busy schedule, I believed it was crucial for one of us to provide a sense of consistency within our family.” Ben expressed his gratitude for Christine’s choice in an interview with “Parade” in 2016, stating that he felt “extremely fortunate” for her decision.
Ben and Christine have embraced a vegetarian diet for over ten years now, encouraging their children to follow suit. In an interview with People magazine in 2012, she shared, “When we make our green drinks in the morning, they look at us like it’s from another world.” She jokingly added, “I tell them, ‘Just come along! Stop complaining and join us.'”
The actress from Search Party then discussed the varying food preferences of her children. “My daughter enjoys vegetables but isn’t fond of fruit. On the other hand, my son prefers fruit over vegetables,” she said. However, Christine remains optimistic, explaining, “We’re just trying to plant seeds and hope that one day they’ll find their way to our side.
Ella frequently accompanies her parents to public events, but Quinlin seldom makes such appearances, except for the Project A.L.S. Benefit in 2018 where he was with his family. Back then, Christine shared with Us Weekly that it was his first event and he seemed to be enjoying himself. She added that their daughter had attended the event last year for the first time and convinced Quinlin to join this year. The extended family they’ve known for about 20 years was also present, having watched their children grow up together.
In 2023, I was fortunate enough to join Quinlin at the Project ALS 25th Anniversary Gala. Sharing our passions with our children is something my family and I value deeply, as Ben and I made clear when we took them to this event. As Christine, a board member for the organization, shared with Us Weekly in 2018, “It’s not just about having fun on a school night, dressing up, and taking pictures; it’s also about learning about an incredible organization.
This story was originally published on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022 at 8:39 p.m. PT.
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