Hayden Christensen & Daughter Briar Rose Perform Duet at Cubs Game

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Hayden Christensen certainly brought the force to the Wrigley Field.

As a lifestyle connoisseur, I had the pleasure of attending an exciting baseball game with my precious 10-year-old daughter, Briar Rose, whom I share with the incredible Rachel Bilson. On August 15, we cheered on the Chicago Cubs as they battled it out against the Pittsburgh Pirates – a truly unforgettable father-daughter moment!

44-year-old player stepped onto the pitcher’s mound, wearing a jersey bearing the number 66 – evidently an homage to Order 66 from the Star Wars movies – and later shared a touching moment with Briar Rose by singing “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” in unison during the seventh-inning stretch.

In a video shared on social media, Hayden was heard saying, “Listen up, Cubs supporters,” and then turning to address his daughter, he urged, “Say something loud and clear!

As I began counting down and signaled the father-daughter pair to join me in our chosen tune, we were both caught off guard by an abrupt, thunderous rumble echoing above us. A swift fighter jet streaked past, its powerful engine causing quite a commotion.

At the Cubs game, Hayden Christensen and his daughter spontaneously sang ‘Take Me Out to the Ballgame,’ an impromptu performance that was captured in a video shared by MLB with the caption on platform X. Additionally, they experienced a unique flying moment over the stadium.

In spite of an unanticipated interruption, that appeared to be a practice session for the annual Chicago Air and Water Show, Hayden and Briar Rose managed to complete their song while giggling, even as the crowd joined in with the singing.

Although the celebrity known as “Jumper” generally prefers to maintain a low profile concerning his personal affairs, there have been occasional peeks into his and Rachel’s shared co-parenting journey following their separation in 2019.

“Everything’s good,” the O.C. actress told People last July. “Everything’s in a really good place.

Her daughter is blossoming with beauty on all sides, with support encircling her from every direction,” she commented. “It’s wonderful to know that she is kind-hearted, which is the most delightful attribute a child can possess. Other parents have echoed this sentiment, and hearing such praise fills me with immense pride.

In truth, Rachel not long ago paid tribute to an ex-partner, with her daughter’s assistance, by wearing a Darth Vader mask that repeated some famous quotes from him such as “The power of the dark side is something you do not understand” and “This will be the last time you disappoint me.

In the description of her April 26 Instagram video, she playfully asked, “Isn’t being a mother somehow linked to this action?” or “Does motherhood include this experience at some point?

It’s not just Hayden and Rachel who maintain a friendly post-relationship bond; there are other famous ex-couples who have also managed to stay on good terms… (Keep reading for additional examples.)

It’s clear that they will not be reuniting, not under any circumstances. Yet, with shared birthdays, warm hugs, and even acting out an explicit scene together in a celebrity reading of “Fast Times at Ridgemont High,” it appears as though the ex-Hollywood power couple is deliberately teasing us.

You can tell someone is stylish when they can casually appear on their former partner’s talk show and tease them a bit. That’s exactly what Sarah did when she showed up on Jimmy’s stage for a chat about her new program, I Love You, America. During the conversation, she playfully joked about his “charming,” “intelligent,” “humorous” spouse, Molly Kimmel. “Molly Kimmel” was referred to as “the new and improved Jimmy.” The original Jimmy, she quipped, belonged to her.

 

To put it simply and clearly, despite moving on with their lives, it appears that both parties are still deeply affected by the ending of this relationship. For instance, when Pratt got married to Katherine Schwarzenegger in 2019, Anna, who is now wedded to cinematographer Michael Barrett, volunteered to officiate the ceremony. She also sent a gift after their daughter Lyla was born in August 2020. In fact, Jack, Pratt’s son, having a new sibling made Anna “extremely supportive,” as reported by TopMob News at that time.

Even though their relationship might have had a high chance of failing, more than four years after a complicated separation, the HGTV stars continue to thrive in two key areas: raising their children Taylor and Brayden, and transforming dilapidated houses into idyllic homes for others.

In a 2013 interview with Oprah Winfrey, the musician Lenny Kravitz described his ex-partner as still being like family to him, even though she later married Jason Momoa before their separation in 2020. He referred to them as one big happy family, expressing that it’s a beautiful example of what can be achieved.

Since the co-host and ex-hockey player of “Dancing With the Stars” decided to leave in 2020, it’s been evident that their relationship remains strong over time.

When Brooks made public his engagement to Katrín Tanja Davídsdóttir in December 2024, Julianne rejoiced at the news, expressing her happiness on Instagram with the words, “I’m overjoyed for you both as you embark on this wonderful new phase of your lives. May you both be blessed with a lifetime of love, humor, and exciting journeys.

After some time had passed, the dancer, her former spouse (who was now engaged and expecting), and she spent an enjoyable day at the lake. She even shared a picture of the trio, affectionately referring to them as “three adorable cuties,” in a social media post titled “Memorable day on the lake.

After their split in 2015, the parents of Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel have achieved what is known as the ‘conscious uncoupling trifecta’. This includes taking vacations together, celebrating holidays jointly, and making public expressions of appreciation towards each other. In a 2016 interview with TopMob News, Ben even referred to his ex as an “amazing mother”.

Nina and Ian ended their relationship in 2013 after three years together, but they’ve managed to stay good friends ever since. In 2014, the actor from “The Vampire Diaries” began dating Nikki Reed and got married that same year. It was only natural that Nina developed a friendship with Reed, given her role in the “Twilight” series.

In July 2016, after five years as a couple, they decided to end their relationship. Later in October of the same year, on The Howard Stern Show on SiriusXM, she mentioned that she and Kinney remain very close, having been both lovers and friends for a long time.

“We love each other,” she said. “That’s it.”

The romantic dynamic between characters from “The Office” remained so intriguing even after the series ended in 2013, that it’s understandable why fans continue to ship them together. Mindy Kaling, during an interview with Good Housekeeping in 2019, explained her perspective on naming B.J. Novak as godparent to her children: “From an outside view, I would think the same thing,” she said. “However, B.J. has become so much more like family now than just a platonic friend.

After their divorce in 2011, the ex-spouses found it seamless to co-parent their son, Bronx. In fact, the member of Fall Out Boy has expressed that his former wife is a fantastic mother.

It seems like she’s moved past the list of seven items, right? The Jonas Brother artist mentioned that he and his former partner are quite cordial, and they have a positive connection.

In 2006, the stars of the series Dexter initially crossed paths on set. However, their relationship turned romantic two years later in 2008. Unfortunately, they parted ways in divorce proceedings in 2011. Yet, a few years after their separation, Jennifer emphasized that there was only “love and respect” left between the former couple.

For many years, they’ve been known as the epitome of harmonious ex-couples. The parents of daughters Rumer, Tallulah, and Scout have stayed so close that deciding to shelter in place together during the coronavirus pandemic in Idaho was an obvious choice. Why not host a quarantine dance party instead?

Four years after their 2014 divorce, Lopez continued to acknowledge her ex-husband, who is the father of her twins Max and Emme, for his support. On a 2018 episode of Sunday Today, she shared that while married to Marc, he significantly boosted her self-confidence and recognized her struggles. He encouraged her by saying, “You’re an exceptional singer; never let anyone tell you otherwise.” Lopez highly respected him because she considers him among the greatest singers of all time.

As a dedicated supporter, I want to make it clear that despite the ups and downs we’ve experienced in our past – whether it was just an off day, a challenging week, or a difficult month or year – my former husband and ‘Scream’ costar can count on me being there for him. To put it frankly, I believe our divorce ranks among the more amicable ones. Eight years after our separation in 2010, as shared on ‘Running Wild With Bear Grylls’, I’m proud to say that we are effective co-parents, especially considering we share custody of our daughter, Coco.

Despite their romantic relationship cooling off by 2007, it didn’t prevent them from creating a fiery on-screen chemistry in the 2011 film “Bad Teacher.

The initial phase following their split in 2013 was challenging, but now they’ve advanced to the point where they’re vacationing together as a group. In an interview with LaPalme Magazine in 2017, the actor from Twilight fondly recalled a trip to Cancun that included Garth, Dave Abrams, his future fiancée Lily Anne Harrison, and their three daughters Luca, Lola, and Fiona. Regarding his relationship with Jennie, he stated, “People enter your life for a reason and relationships can evolve.” He added, “Just because we’re no longer living together doesn’t mean that love fades away.

Regardless of their unexpected split in September 2012, the couple chose to present a united front for their children’s sake. In an interview with Howard Stern in 2014, she clarified, “Will and I have a very close friendship indeed.” She added, “We’re managing quite well. I don’t believe that a decade-long marriage signifies a failure. Relationships can be extremely challenging.

After her Grammy win, the ex-spouses – whose divorce was finalized in January 2024 – have maintained a positive relationship while raising their son named Hayes. Interestingly, these songwriters live only five minutes away from each other, making shared parenting quite convenient for them.

Maren shared with The Zoe Report in May 2025 that our transit points are incredibly convenient and they will even organize family meals.

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2025-08-17 21:17