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Will Arnett knows his former partner inside out. 

As an ardent fan, I can’t help but admit that it feels somewhat peculiar to me, just as it does for actor Jason Bateman, the alum of “Arrested Development,” to share such a deep connection with his ex-wife, Amy Poehler. We parted ways in 2012 after nine years of marriage, but even today, I can’t help but feel a special bond with her that I find hard to explain.

I can’t help but gush about this: I find myself conversing with her more than most people, and I must admit, that’s quite unusual – you get the drift? Anyway, it’s absolutely fantastic. I shared my feelings with Jason Bateman and Sean Hayes on their SmartLess podcast, as reported by People on April 14th.

In fact, the 54-year-old still confides in Amy before making major life decisions. 

Will added, ‘She’s someone I often consult on various matters. I turn to her when I have an idea, saying something like, ‘I’m considering doing this.’ Be it personal decisions or work-related tasks, I value her advice because I place great trust in her.’

In essence, the advantages far exceed the disadvantages, or to quote Will directly, “She is an exceptionally fortunate find for me as a partner.

Absolutely, the strong relationship between the former partner of the star from “BoJack Horseman” and Amy has undoubtedly been advantageous in their co-parenting role for their sons Archie, 16, and Abel, 14. In fact, Will, who is also a father to his son Alexander Denison “Denny,” 4, with Alessandra Brown, acknowledged that Amy played a significant part in teaching him the skill of active listening for their children.

During the SmartLess episode, as reported by People, Amy was praised by Will. He said, “You and I work so well together, and you make this easier for me.” However, he confessed that this skill isn’t something he picked up easily, as it wasn’t a part of his upbringing.

However, they continue to keep certain details from one another; for instance, neither ex shares that Amy is making a surprise appearance on their former spouse’s podcast.

In an episode, Amy shared that her youngest child noticed her schedule on the kitchen table and asked, “Are you hosting Smartless, Mom? Has Dad been informed?” To which Amy replied, “No, keep it to yourself.

For more celebrity co-parents, keep reading. 

Megan Fox, formerly married to Brian Austin Green, have extensive experience as co-parents. The actress from “Jennifer’s Body” and the alum of “Beverly Hills, 90210”, who share children Noah, Bodhi, and Journey, strive to adhere to a crucial principle.

In an interview with TopMob News in April 2024, Brian emphasized, “The number one rule is always ensuring that everything revolves around the kids’ experiences.” He further explained that a breakup would inevitably impact the children, and the only choice was to decide “how” it affected them. A part of this, he continued, was understanding the importance of “picking your battles.”

Brian also noted, “The person you were with whom you’re now separated, you were separated for a reason—because you didn’t get along. So, you can’t expect to then get along while raising your kids. Instead, it’s about co-parenting, which is an entirely different situation.”

Megan, whose divorce from Brian was finalized in 2022, two years after the filing, concurs with this approach. On a 2023 episode of “The Drew Barrymore Show”, she stated, “I believe it’s crucial when people separate to never speak negatively about or even make passive-aggressive remarks about the other parent. When I am around my kids, I do not allow anything negative into my energy because if I don’t accept and love their father, I am rejecting a part of them as he is a part of who they are forever. He is in their blood, and he is deeply ingrained in their psyche, and they exist because of him.

It seems that Josh Duhamel and Fergie continue to show mutual love and respect towards each other as co-parents. In an interview on The Jess Cagle Show in 2023, Josh praised Fergie, saying, “Fergie is an amazing woman. She really is.” He went on to share how Fergie welcomed his new wife, Audra Mari, into the family warmly and even took her under her wing.

Josh also mentioned that Fergie was happy for him and Audra when they announced their pregnancy in 2023, saying, “She’s thrilled for us.” Their first child together, Shepherd, was born in January 2024, joining big brother Axl, whom Fergie shares with Josh.

Josh continued by expressing his gratitude for Fergie’s kindness and love towards Audra, saying, “Because she’s such a kind-hearted person, she only has love for Audra and is excited as I can’t believe how excited she is for us.” Despite their divorce in 2019, two years after announcing their split, Josh acknowledged that they have a civil situation.

Irina Shayk, who has daughter Lea with her ex Bradley Cooper, finds the term ‘co-parenting’ unclear. In her words to ELLE in 2021, “I never understood the term co-parenting. When I’m with my daughter, I am completely a mother, and when she’s with her father, he is completely her father. Co-parenting is parenting.”

Even after their split in 2019, Irina and Bradley have maintained a positive relationship. Despite their busy schedules, they’ve continued to take family vacations, spend time in New York together, and support each other since their separation. In an interview with the magazine in 2023, she expressed, “He’s the best father Lea and I could hope for. It always works, but it always works because we make it work.

According to Mariah Carey, love and co-parenting both require patience as they take time to find a groove. However, Nick Cannon, who shares twins Moroccan and Monroe with Mariah, has stated that they’ve established a harmonious routine in their co-parenting journey.

In an episode of The Language of Love with Dr. Laura Berman in 2022, The Masked Singer host Nick Cannon expressed, “Mariah and I co-parent very effectively. We’re great friends now. She’s taught me so much; that makes us family.”

It appears Mariah Carey is pleased with the progress she and Nick have made since their separation in 2014 and subsequent divorce. In a 2019 interview with People, she stated, “I believe Nick and I have done well in co-parenting, maintaining our friendship so we can communicate effectively.”

Beyond Moroccan and Monroe, Nick Cannon is also the father of Zion Mixolydian, Zillion Heir, Beautiful Zeppelin with Abby De La Rosa; Golden “Sagon,” Powerful Queen, Rise Messiah with Brittany Bell; Legendary Love with Bre Tiesi; Onyx Ice with LaNisha Cole; and Halo Marie, as well as the late Zen, with Alyssa Scott.

Absolutely, it’s essential to mention Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin in our discussion. They are renowned figures – an Oscar-winning actress and a singer from Coldplay, who are parents to Apple Martin and Moses Martin. Interestingly, they coined the term “consciously uncouple” when they announced their separation in 2014.

In a 2020 episode of The Drew Barrymore Show, Gwyneth explained their commitment to their children: “Chris and I made a pact to put them first, and that’s harder than it seems. Some days, you really don’t want to be with the person you’re getting divorced from, but if you’re committed to family dinner, then you do it.”

She also emphasized that they will always remain family: “That’s how it will be forever. We have good days and bad days, but we are striving towards the same purpose of unity and love, focusing on what’s best for our children. We may have broken up, but we haven’t lost the love we had for each other.

Following their divorce in 2022, Gisele Bündchen and Tom Brady faced a fresh hurdle. In a 2024 interview with ABC News’ Robin Roberts, Gisele candidly shared, “Some days are tougher than others,” referring to the children she shares with Tom – Benjamin and Vivian. She continued, “They’re very intelligent kids. They know how to manipulate us parents. So I believe it’s natural that rules change, and they adapt accordingly. They’ll test boundaries, and I can only manage my actions.”

Gisele further emphasized the importance of balance in their co-parenting arrangement. She stated, “Tom spends time with them, and I do as well. This arrangement, in my opinion, offers them a richer life experience by exposing them to two distinct environments, which is wonderful for their growth.”

Tom also spoke about their joint efforts in parenting. In a 2023 interview with TopMob News, he said, “We’re all trying to raise our children in a loving manner towards one another, teaching them kindness, empathy, and perspective. Our kids are growing up differently than we did, but we want to instill the right values in them.

In simpler terms, Ben Affleck has a deep appreciation for genuine superheroes, and he recognizes his ex-wife Jennifer Garner as one in real life. They share children Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel, and Ben praises her as an exceptional mother. He expressed this sentiment to TopMob News back in 2016, stating that she’s a superhero mom. Jennifer Lopez, who married and later divorced Affleck in the 2020s, echoed these sentiments, previously calling Garner “an amazing co-parent” and acknowledging their effective teamwork.

Despite their 2021 split making news headlines, Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik have managed to navigate their co-parenting responsibilities effectively for the sake of their daughter, Khai. In a 2023 episode of “Call Her Daddy”, Zayn expressed that their relationship is good, primarily focusing on Khai’s wellbeing. As for advice for other parents in similar situations, Gigi emphasized the importance of prioritizing the child’s happiness and considering them as an integral part of both parents’ lives. The supermodel also expressed joy over the fact that Khai can spend time with both her parents.

As an ardent fan, I can’t help but follow the journey of Khloe Kardashian and her co-parenting relationship with Tristan Thompson. It’s not always a walk in the park, especially given their tumultuous past filled with scandals. But for the sake of our precious children, True and Tatum Thompson, I find it necessary to maintain this bond.

It’s a real challenge when anger clouds my emotions, making it difficult to greet Tristan amicably in front of our kids. As Khloe candidly shared with tmrw in January 2024, as reported by People, “It’s way harder when you’re really mad at someone… But in my opinion, I’ll never regret being a nice person.”

Despite the ups and downs, my ultimate wish is for our kids to foster a strong bond with their father. Tristan is also dad to Prince, his son with Jordan Craig, as well as fathering Theo with Maralee Nichols. As the Good American mogul put it, “I want my kids to have beautiful relationships with their dad.” And if we’re fortunate enough to have a dad who wants to be there and participate actively in their lives, why should I stand in the way of that bond?

Despite their split in 2013, Orlando Bloom, Miranda Kerr, Katy Perry, and Evan Spiegel continue to work together as a team for co-parenting their son Flynn. In an episode of The Drew Barrymore Show from 2020, Miranda expressed her happiness about Orlando’s relationship with Katy, acknowledging that their union benefits Flynn by having both happy parents. Though their families have expanded since then—Orlando and Katy welcomed a daughter named Daisy Dove, while Miranda and Evan share sons Hart, Myles, and Pierre—they always prioritize what’s best for Flynn when it comes to important family events. They find ways to make compromises that benefit their entire family.

Contrary to a love fern, Kate Hudson doesn’t believe her friendly ties with exes Chris Robinson and Matt Bellamy have to fade away.

In an interview with The Sunday Times in 2022, the actress who starred in How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days mentioned that her relationship with ex-husband Chris, Ryder’s father, is such that they only need to keep in touch occasionally.

Regarding Matt, father of her son Bingham, she stated that he is “incredible—I couldn’t have hoped for a better co-parent.” She further explained that the love for a former partner doesn’t simply disappear; instead, it can transform into a different kind of love. This love focuses on the wellbeing of your child, making it possible to enjoy a great relationship with an ex-partner.

Kate is also the mother of daughter Rani, whom she shares with her fiancé Danny Fujikawa. She concluded by saying that while their family arrangement may not seem traditional from the outside, they are thriving on the inside as a strong unit. The family composed of three children and three different fathers is a remarkable one, which they proudly call their own.

At times, co-parents may seem as distant as galaxies, but Anna Faris, who shares son Jack with ex Chris Pratt and his current wife Katherine Schwarzenegger, has expressed that their relationship has evolved over time. In an interview with People in 2022, Anna stated, “We’re all getting much closer, and I so appreciate that.” She added, “They’re very protective of me, and I want to be very protective of them. I so appreciate their support.” Anna went on to describe Katherine as “awesome” and praised her for how she interacts with Jack. The Mom star also mentioned that she is content with the way the blended family dynamic has progressed, stating, “It feels just much easier now that time has passed.

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2025-04-18 05:48