(PatriotSpotlight.org) – Much-loved Hollywood actor Bradley Cooper is receiving backlash for his candid remarks on fatherhood. Cooper, who is father to 6-year-old daughter Lea de Seine, remarked on his struggles to bond with his child early on in her life. Cooper made the comments during an appearance on Dax Shepard’s podcast, Armchair Expert, which ignited debates on social media.
Cooper, who co-parents with his former partner, Russian model Irina Shayk, said that he found it challenging to connect with his daughter during her earliest months of life, even stating that he was not sure if he “really love[d] the kid” before she was eight months old. Cooper admitted that he thought it was “dope” and “cool” to be a father during that period, and that he was “watching this thing morph.” Cooper’s frank conversation about this intimate and emotional matter provoked a mixture of reactions in the public sphere.
Page Six published a post regarding Cooper’s remarks which speedily went viral, garnering millions of views and a slew of commentary. Some users applauded Cooper for his openness, while others slated him for sharing too much personal information about his relationship with his child. Many fans have rushed to Cooper’s defense, arguing that his feelings were relatable and normal for many new parents. Many also suggested that Cooper’s honesty was refreshing, given the complexities and difficulties inherent to parenthood.
During the same episode, Cooper reflected on the positive impacts parenthood had on his life, stating that he may not even be alive today if he had not become a father, suggesting that the experience pushed him to grow as a person. Cooper’s spokesperson has not yet responded to various requests for comment on the controversy.
Cooper is currently on a hectic Oscars campaign trail after receiving nominations for Best Actor for his portrayal of celebrated composer Leonard Bernstein in the recent picture Maestro, which he also directed and co-wrote. He has previously won a British Academy Film Award and two Grammys, along with a string of other prestigious accolades.
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