Oliver Hudson'S Blueprint For Raising Grounded Kids In Hollywood

Navigating Hollywood Parenting

Life in the spotlight isn't all red carpets and glamorous premieres for Oliver Hudson. The actor and podcast host spills the beans on how he keeps his kids grounded, taking cues from the legendary parenting duo of Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell. "It starts within the four walls of your home," Oliver shared with E! News during the Make-A-Wish annual Wish Gala in Los Angeles on December 5. Amidst the glitz and glamor of Tinseltown, Oliver emphasizes that family values and keeping things real at home are what truly matter.

Family Lessons Passed Down

Raised alongside siblings like Kate Hudson and Wyatt Russell, Oliver credits his parents, Goldie and Kurt, for instilling in him the importance of not growing up entitled. Despite the Hollywood backdrop, Oliver, now 49, notes that his parents' priority was always ensuring their children understood the value of hard work and humility. At the recent gala, where Oliver presented his mom with the Power of a Wish Award, he reflected on how this upbringing influenced him as a father.

“It doesn't matter what any outside perspective is, how famous you are, how much money you have. When it's just you and your family is what really matters.”

Raising the Next Generation

Now a father himself, Oliver is passing on these lessons to his own brood—Wilder, 18, Bodhi, 15, and Rio, 12—whom he shares with his wife, Erinn Bartlett. The actor, also known for his role in the upcoming Happy Gilmore 2, is determined to keep his kids from growing up with a sense of entitlement. Following in the footsteps of Goldie and Kurt, he ensures his home environment remains a grounding force in their lives, providing stability beyond the Hollywood glitz and glamor.