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Ben Stiller is opening up about the challenges of fatherhood and the ways he feels he fell short while raising his two children, Ella, 23, and Quinlin (Quin), 20, with his wife Christine Taylor. The 59-year-old actor and director shared his reflections exclusively with PEOPLE during the New York Film Festival premiere of his new documentary, 'Stiller & Meara: Nothing Is Lost.'
The film explores Stiller's relationship with his late parents, legendary comedy duo Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara, and features interviews with his own children.
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Ben Stiller on Parenting His Kids
Working with Ella and Quin on the documentary offered Stiller a fresh perspective on his parenting. He realised that despite his best intentions, his children experienced some moments differently from how he had assumed, highlighting areas where he could have been more present. Ben Stiller admitted that, at times, work commitments took priority over family, recalling instances when Quin expressed a desire for more time together rather than him leaving for film projects.
Ben Stiller noted the irony of seeing parallels between his parenting experiences and those of his own parents. While he believed he was doing better than Jerry Stiller had, he recognised that many of the same dynamics repeated, and that he had been unaware of the impact of certain choices at the time.
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Quin also reflected on moments when Stiller's attention was divided, such as prioritising fans during public outings, reinforcing the challenges of balancing fame with family life. Stiller acknowledged that he carries traits inherited from his father, adding a layer of self-awareness to his reflections.
'Stiller & Meara: Nothing Is Lost' is set for a limited theatrical release on 17th October and offers audiences an intimate look at the intersections of family, fame, and personal growth across generations.
