Fans were delighted by Reese Witherspoon sharing some never-before-seen snaps of her daughter Ava Phillippe on Monday.
The Legally Blonde star, 48 — who is currently dating German financier Oliver Haarmann — posted a gushing tribute via Instagram calling her daughter ‘the most genuinely kind-hearted’ person she knows, on her 25th birthday.
She captioned the post: ‘Happy Birthday to my amazing daughter @avaphillippe who happens to be one of the most genuinely kind-hearted and wise people I know.
‘I love you with all heart Keep shining your beautiful light my sweet girl! ✨,’ she wrote.
Reese shares her daughter with her actor ex-husband Ryan Phillippe. The pair married on June 5, 1999 after meeting on the set of Cruel Intentions two years prior.
Fans were delighted by Reese Witherspoon sharing some never-before-seen snaps of her daughter Ava Phillippe on Monday
She posted a gushing tribute via Instagram calling her daughter ‘the most genuinely kind-hearted’ person she knows, on her twenty-fifth birthday
The former couple welcomed Ava on September 1999 and son Deacon in October 2003 before making the decision to divorce on June 13, 2008.
Reese’s birthday tribute to her daughter was a hit with her 30.3 million followers, racking up over half-a-million likes and thousands of comments with fans pointing out how similar the two look.
One fan wrote, ‘TWINS!’ and another called Ava a ‘perfect mix of both’ parents.
Others said ‘Sometimes she looks just like her dad and sometimes she is IDENTICAL to you. Such a beautiful mix.’
Another chimed in, ‘Amazing! She looks so much like you I wasn’t sure who was who at first. Congratulations to you both.’
The 25-year-old is not like other Hollywood nepo babies — despite having an A-list mum, Ava has worked hard to establish her own identity.
She captioned the post: ‘Happy Birthday to my amazing daughter @avaphillippe who happens to be one of the most genuinely kind-hearted and wise people I know. I love you with all heart Keep shining your beautiful light my sweet girl! ✨,’ she wrote
Others said ‘Sometimes she looks just like her dad and sometimes she is IDENTICAL to you. Such a beautiful mix’
Many wrote, ‘TWINS!’ and one called Ava a ‘perfect mix of both’ parents
Another chimed in, ‘Amazing! She looks so much like you I wasn’t sure who was who at first. Congratulations to you both’
Sharing the actress’ hard worth ethic, Ava attended UC Berkley before diving into the modeling industry.
She has gone on to pose for Rodarte’s Fall look book in 2018, Ivy Park in 2021 and Aerie.
And she told Daily Pop that she credits her parents for guiding her on the right path.
‘My parents have always encouraged me to choose the path that’s right for me and, you know, guide me along the way to make better choices than I might make,’ she said in 2021.
‘I’m so grateful for that. That is such a privilege to have parents that support you in that way and want you to be who you truly are meant to be,’ she added.
Reese shares her daughter with her actor ex-husband Ryan Phillipe. The pair married on June 5, 1999 after meeting on the set of Cruel Intentions two years prior; Reese and Ryan seen in May 2002
The former couple welcomed Ava on September 1999 and son Deacon in October 2003 before making the decision to divorce on June 13, 2008; Reese and Ryan seen in August 1998
‘My parents have always encouraged me to choose the path that’s right for me and, you know, guide me along the way to make better choices than I might make,’ Ava said in 2021; Ava, Reese and Deacon seen in December 2019
The Big Little Lies star married her second husband, talent agent Jim Toth on March 26, 2011. But she filed for divorce on March 30, 2023. The proceedings were finalized on August of the same year, citing irreconcilable differences.
They share son, Tennessee James Toth, 11, born on September 27, 2012 in Los Angeles, California.
Reese has since moved on to German financier, Oliver Haarmann, 56, and it is speculated that the pair are taking things to the next level.
Just days ago she confirmed her new relationship, publicly holding hands with Oliver as they enjoyed a stroll together in New York City.
