Julia Roberts is making her husband Danny Moder’s birthday extra special!
The 56-year-old actress shared a heartwarming photo on Instagram, capturing a tender moment as she and Moder, who turned 55, gaze lovingly into each other’s eyes. In the caption, Roberts expressed her birthday wishes, writing, “Happy Birthday to this amazing man who lights up our world. ✨⚡️✨⚡️ #131💞.”
Roberts and Moder first crossed paths on the set of the 2001 film ‘The Mexican,’ where Moder served as a cinematographer. The couple’s connection blossomed, leading to a surprise wedding on 4th July 2002, with guests invited to “celebrate Independence Day.” Notably, both Roberts and Moder had previously been married—Roberts to country singer Lyle Lovett in the mid-1990s, and Moder to makeup artist Vera Steimberg before his relationship with Roberts.
Since their wedding, the couple has welcomed three children together: 19-year-old twins Hazel Patricia and Phinnaeus Walter and 16-year-old son Henry Daniel. As Roberts celebrates Moder’s birthday, the shared journey of love and family adds an extra layer of warmth to the celebration.
While Julia Roberts and Danny Moder prefer to keep their relationship largely private, the actress did share a rare glimpse into their love story. In July 2023, on their 21st wedding anniversary, Roberts posted a photo on Instagram capturing a tender kiss between the couple, offering a momentary window into their enduring romance.
During an appearance on the Today show in December, while promoting her film ‘Leave the World Behind,’ Roberts opened up about parenthood and credited Moder as the anchor of their family. Describing him as “our person” and “the captain of our ship,” she expressed gratitude for the deep connection they share. Reflecting on life’s profound experiences, Roberts noted, “For me, understanding how deeply felt life could be really started with him.”
Roberts has made a tradition of sharing kissing photos to mark their wedding anniversaries. In July 2022, for their 20th anniversary, she shared a snapshot of the couple locking lips.
Speaking to SiriusXM’s Jess Cagle earlier that year, Roberts humorously emphasized the role of kissing in their relationship. “20 years kissing Danny Moder,” she quipped, adding, “More kissing,” when asked about their anniversary celebrations. According to Roberts, the secret to their enduring marriage involves two bathroom sinks and of course, plenty of kissing.
– Farheen Ali