Here’s a fun celebrity twist: Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler isn’t Kate Hudson’s dad—that’s musician Bill Hudson—and he’s not even her stepdad, which would be Kurt Russell, Goldie Hawn’s longtime partner. So if they’re not biologically related, why does the 38-year-old actress keep referring to Steven as “Papa”? Let’s dive into this heartwarming story that goes beyond bloodlines.
View this post on InstagramBaby girl got some good hugs from Papa Tyler this weekend 💝 @iamstevent @misslivalittle 📷
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Steven Tyler: More Than Just a Rock Star
Take a look at Kate’s Instagram post from Monday, April 16, where she shared a sweet pic of Steven Tyler hugging her pregnant belly. In the caption, she wrote, “Baby girl got some good hugs from Papa Tyler this weekend.” And let’s not forget back in September 2016, when Kate posted a selfie with “Papa Steven” after they randomly met on a flight. Now, that’s some serious father-daughter vibes! But how did this unique relationship come about?
The Bond Through Liv Tyler
Well, it all goes back to Liv Tyler, Steven Tyler’s real-life daughter and a Hollywood star in her own right. Kate and Liv were high school classmates at Crossroads School in Santa Monica, California, during the '90s. Their friendship blossomed over the years, and they even starred together in the 2000 romantic comedy Dr. T & the Women. Interestingly, both actresses welcomed their first children in 2004. And here’s another fun fact: Kate’s breakout role in the 2000 dramedy Almost Famous, where she played the groupie Penny Lane, was partially inspired by Bebe Buell, Liv Tyler’s mom and Steven Tyler’s ex. Talk about life imitating art!
View this post on InstagramWe make our own sunshine 🎶☀️🎶 Best plane run in ever! Love you Papa Steven 😘😘
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A Friendship Built on Mutual Respect
Kate and Steven’s friendship has been well-documented over the years. For instance, they were spotted together at the 2013 Voice Health Institute’s “Raise Your Voice” benefit. The following year, Steven even attended a garden party celebrating Kate’s jewelry collaboration with Chrome Hearts. It’s clear that their bond is strong, and it’s no surprise that when Kate had exciting baby news, “Papa” Steven was one of the first people she reached out to.
On April 6, Kate announced her pregnancy to the world, revealing that her third child—and her first with boyfriend Danny Fujikawa—would be a girl. In her Instagram post, she said, “We have been trying to keep this pregnancy under the radar for as long as possible, but I'm a-poppin' now! And it's too darn challenging to hide, and frankly, hiding is more exhausting [than] just coming out with it! My kids, Danny, myself, and the entire family are crazy excited! A little girl on the way.” Sounds like Steven Tyler’s "Sweet Emotion" is about to have some serious competition for cutest baby announcement!
