> At a Glance
> – Kate Hudson posted a carousel of childhood photos honoring Ryder Robinson on his 22nd birthday
> – She praised him as “funny, kind and beautiful inside and out”
> – Ryder is Hudson’s first child with ex-husband Chris Robinson, born in 2004
> – Why it matters: The post offers a rare glimpse into Hudson’s close-knit, blended family dynamic
**Kate Hudson is marking a major milestone: her eldest son Ryder Robinson has turned 22. In a heartfelt Instagram tribute, the actress shared throwback snapshots and a loving message that quickly drew attention from fans and celebrity friends alike.
Birthday Tribute
Hudson’s January 7 post featured Ryder at every stage-from toddler cuddles with the family pets to poolside laughs with his younger brother Bingham, 14. The carousel ended with a grown-up Ryder clinking a cocktail and hanging out with his little sister Rani, 6.
> “22 today 🎂 Funny, kind, beautiful inside and out and somehow still wants to stay home after graduation. I’ll take the win. So proud of the man you are @mr.ryderrobinson Being your Ma is a gift 💫 Happy Birthday to Ryder!!!! 🎉🥳”
Ryder answered with three red-heart emojis, while Reese Witherspoon chimed in:
> “Happy Birthday @mr.ryderrobinson!! 😎”
Stylist Rachel Zoe added:
> “Happiest Birthday to the sweetest coolest kindest @mr.ryderrobinson wishing you the best year ever ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️.”
Three Kids, Three Dads, One Strong Unit
Hudson has never shied away from talking about her non-traditional family tree. Ryder’s dad is Chris Robinson; Bingham’s father is ex-fiancé Matt Bellamy; and Rani’s dad is current fiancé Danny Fujikawa.
- 2021: Hudson joked on Sunday Today, “I’ve got multiple dads, I’ve got kids all over the place.”
- 2022: She told The Sunday Times, “The unit that I’ve created with three children with three different fathers is a seriously strong unit, and it’s ours.”
Musical Memory
Motherhood has also influenced Hudson’s art. Her March 2024 single “Live Forever” was inspired by Ryder’s birth.
> “I was so young when Ryder was born, I look back and marvel; I was almost a kid, too, so we were able to fall in love with growing up at the same time,” she said.
Key Takeaways
- Hudson publicly celebrates Ryder’s 22nd birthday with nostalgic photos and praise
- The actress embraces her modern family structure, calling it “seriously strong”
- Ryder’s humor and character hint he may follow the family’s entertainment path
As Ryder steps further into adulthood, Hudson’s post makes clear the bond between mother and son remains as tight as ever.
