The Famous Godfather Of Emma Roberts' Baby Might Surprise You
In December 2020, Emma Roberts welcomed her first child, Rhodes Robert Hedlund, whom she shares with partner Garrett Hedlund. Per US Weekly, Roberts and Hedlund have kept things low-key when it comes to their relationship and private life. The pair actually got together shortly after Roberts officially split with her on-again, off-again fiance Evan Peters. Peters and Roberts reportedly had a "very toxic" relationship and eventually called off their engagement in March 2019, per US Weekly. Roberts and Peters' publicists have both said the breakup was amicable, which might have led to Roberts moving on quickly with Hedlund.
These days, it seems like the two have adapted to life as parents. They've also become more vocal about their relationship and what it's like raising a son. Both Roberts and Hedlund have made appearances on talk shows, including Jimmy Kimmel Live! and The Kelly Clarkson Show, where they've opened up about parenthood. In a February 2021 interview, Hedlund even revealed which famous actor and singer is their child's godfather. Wondering who the couple chose to be the godfather of their son? Keep reading to find out.
Tim McGraw is Emma Roberts and Garrett Hedlund's son's godfather
During an appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show on Feb. 19, 2021, Garrett Hedlund revealed that he and Emma Roberts chose Tim McGraw to be the godfather of their son Rhodes. Hedlund and McGraw have worked together on a few projects, including Friday Night Lights and Country Strong, and have since developed a close friendship.
Hedlund told Clarkson that he looks up to the country music star, explaining, "He's somebody that I admire and respect, not only as an amazing father and an amazing husband, amazing musician, and an amazing actor ... I've known him for a long time." He continued, "We laugh about it because it's been probably been over 17 years since we did Friday Night Lights together, we played father and son. So, I got to first experience him as a father in that film."
He added, "Then, we did Country Strong together, and we've remained such close friends and, you know, I've seen his children, his daughters, from the time they were 1, 3 and 5." So, it appears that Hedlund and McGraw have a great relationship that will be passed down to Rhodes. Now, fans will just have to wait and see who they choose to be Rhodes' godmother. Could it be Sarah Paulson? Only time will tell.