At a Glance
- Bill Pullman and wife Tamara Hurwitz raised three children: Maesa (born 1988), Jack (1989), and Lewis (1993)
- Maesa leads a community choir and released an album featuring her brothers; Jack designs puppets and masks; Lewis stars in film and TV
- Lewis credits growing up with a famous dad for teaching him to spot “ulterior motives” in others
- Why it matters: Shows how a Hollywood family nurtured diverse artistic talents outside the traditional spotlight
Bill Pullman and Tamara Hurwitz’s three grown children have carved distinct creative careers, from music and puppetry to blockbuster films, while keeping family collaboration at the center.
The Pullman Children Today
Maesa Pullman founded the Band of Singers community choir in 2017 and released her debut album Death of the Machine in 2020. Jack Pullman designs puppets and masks for the Rogue Artists Ensemble in Los Angeles. Lewis Pullman recently starred as Bob in Top Gun: Maverick and joined his dad on the LIVE with Kelly and Ryan set where Bill joked about seeing “a pair of shoulders” that looked like his own.
Growing Up Pullman
Lewis told Interview magazine that childhood dinners were mostly home-cooked and public outings meant fielding autograph requests, teaching the kids to question people’s motives. Despite limited TV time, the siblings bonded over a shared VHS copy of Legend and weekly Blockbuster runs.
Creative Collaborations
- Lewis played drums on most tracks of Maesa’s album; Jack added saxophone
- Jack occasionally performs on stage with Maesa, trading guitar licks
- Maesa’s songs appear on shows including The Sinner, Queen Sugar, and Wentworth
| Child | Birth Year | Creative Focus | Recent Milestone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maesa | 1988 | Singer-songwriter, choir leader | Married Jason Hiller in 2019; two sons |
| Jack | 1989 | Puppet & mask designer | Married Romy Lightman May 2025; daughter born Oct 2025 |
| Lewis | 1993 | Actor | Dating Kaia Gerber since Jan 2025; appeared together Dec 2025 |
Family Pride
Bill praised all three kids in a 2021 Fatherly interview: “They’ve got a fire for something and are committed.” Lewis echoed the sentiment, telling PEOPLE, “We’re a real creative family.”
Key Takeaways
- Maesa, Jack, and Lewis each pursued a different artistic medium, avoiding direct competition
- Bill considers Lewis “a better actor” than himself
- The siblings continue to support one another’s projects, maintaining close family ties
From choir rehearsals to movie premieres, the Pullman trio proves creativity runs in the family-even when their paths rarely overlap on screen or stage.
