Kate Hudson recently opened up about juggling her family life with her acting career. She explained how filming her new movie Song Sung Blue gave her a rare chance to step away from her children for a longer period, allowing her to focus on her craft. The actress shared personal reflections on her early motherhood, the demands of her current role, and her evolving perspective since her breakout in the 2000s.
At a Glance
- First extended break from her kids while filming Song Sung Blue.
- Discusses the emotional challenge of leaving her family for work.
- Reflects on how motherhood and career have changed over time.
Why it matters: Hudson’s candid discussion offers insight into the realities many working parents face, especially those in high-profile careers.
Early Motherhood
Hudson has been a mother since she was 23. She said her first child, Ryder, was born when she was very young, and she has raised three children-Ryder, Bingham “Bing,” and Rani-throughout her adult life. The actress noted that her daughter Rani turned 7 this year, marking the first time she didn’t have a very young child on set.
- Ryder – 22, born 2004 with ex-husband Chris Robinson.
- Bingham “Bing” – 14, born 2011 with ex-fiancé Matt Bellamy.
- Rani – 7, born 2018 with fiancé Danny Fujikawa.
Filming Song Sung Blue
Hudson described the shooting schedule as a series of alternating periods: she would leave for two and a half weeks, return for a week, and repeat. She emphasized how this routine was different from her earlier work.
> “I’ve been a mom since I was 23-I had Ryder really young, and I’ve had kids my whole adult life- and here my daughter was turning 6 and it was the first time I didn’t have a really very young child, and I was able to work on my craft,” Hudson told The Hollywood Reporter.
The actress reflected on the emotional weight of stepping away:
> “It takes a lot. You need to give yourself permission to be okay not being 100 percent present for them for 100 percent of the day.”
Balancing Work and Family
Hudson compared the experience to her early career. She recalled the intense preparation for her breakout role in the 2000 film Almost Famous and how motherhood altered her perspective.
> “It’s a pretty interesting reflection at 46, realizing I left high school, I got Almost Famous, and then I got pregnant and had a baby and had kids really fast,” she said.
She noted the extensive campaigning for Song Sung Blue and how it feels different now:
> “The campaigning is extensive and exciting now, but it’s been a long time – it’s changed a lot since Almost Famous – and I am surprised by how many things there are to do.”
Family and Public Appearances
In December, Hudson spoke with Seth Meyers on his late-night show about her daughter’s opinions on her fashion choices for the role. Meyers highlighted the actors’ “80s and ’90s hair” and praised the production’s hair department.
> “So much hair,” Hudson emphasized. Meyers called their looks “fantastic” and gave credit to the “incredible hair department.”
Hudson revealed that she used her own hair for the character’s look and that her children were not always supportive:
> “I put my hair on, I’d FaceTime my kids, and they were like, ‘You can’t FaceTime us with this hair’,” she recalled with a laugh.
She singled out Rani as the most critical of her daughter’s style notes:
> “She had a hard time with this hair.”
Key Takeaways
- Kate Hudson‘s experience illustrates the complex balance between early motherhood and a demanding film career.
- The extended time away from her children during Song Sung Blue allowed her to focus on her acting craft.
- Hudson’s reflections show how her perspective on work and family has evolved since her breakout in the 2000s.
Hudson’s openness provides a rare glimpse into the personal sacrifices and adjustments that come with being a working parent in Hollywood.
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