Hollywood's Leading Men Who Welcomed Children at an Old Age — Including Al Pacino, Steve Martin and the Grand Daddy of Them All... Who Fathered 8 Children — That We Know of!
Who says fatherhood is just for the young?
Aug. 4 2025, Published 8:30 p.m. ET
They may be old and gray, but that has not stopped these famous men from welcoming kids into their lives.
RadarOnline.com can reveal some members of Hollywood's old dads club.
Paul McCartney – Youngest Daughter Born When He Was 61
The Beatles star has five kids.
Paul McCartney welcomed his youngest daughter, Beatrice Milly McCartney, on October 28, 2003, when he was 61.
"When you're older, you stop to savor it. You've learned to slow down and enjoy the giggles, the cuddles, the whole ride," said The Beatles legend.
Clint Eastwood – Fathered His Youngest at 66
Hollywood legend Clint Eastwood as eight kids.
"You're more patient when you're older. You don't sweat the small stuff. You just enjoy them," Clint Eastwood, who became a father of eight at 66, said of being a parent.
Al Pacino – Became A Dad Again at 83
The acting icon has not stopped bringing kids into this world.
In June 2023, Al Pacino welcomed a baby boy with Noor Alfallah in June 2023.
"Being a father has made me softer. I listen more. I care more. It's humbling," he admitted.
Robert De Niro – Became a Dad Again at 79
'It's a blessing,' Robert De Niro said of welcoming another child at 79.
Robert De Niro, who became a father again at 79, shared, "Sometimes I don't even know what to say. It's a blessing. I just want to be a good dad. That's all."
Billy Joel – Fathered a Child at 68
Weber said she's 'able to contact him whenever' she wants.
Reflecting on becoming a father of three, Billy Joel said, "It gives me purpose. She keeps me young, even when I'm exhausted!"
Richard Gere – Became a Dad Again at 70
Richard Gere is currently living in Spain with his wife and family.
Richard Gere was 70 when he welcomed his second son with his wife, Alejandra Silva, in April 2020.
"It's pure joy. There's something special about holding a baby in your arms when you know how precious time really is," he said.
George Clooney – Twins at 56
George Clooney and his wife, Amal, have two kids.
In June 2017, George Clooney and his wife, Amal, expanded their family when their twins, Alexander and Ella, arrived.
"Every day there's a new kind of magic. I look at them and think, 'This is the greatest thing I've ever been part of,'" he shared.
Steve Martin – First-Time Dad at 67
Steve Martin became a first-time dad at the age of 67.
"It's not the wild and crazy guy anymore — it's bottle warmers and lullabies. And I love every second of it," Steve Martin, who became a first-time dad at the age of 67, said.
Mick Jagger – Had His Eighth Child at 73
'It never gets old,' Mick Jagger said of being a father.
Now a father-of-eight, Mick Jagger said, "You don't get tired of it. Being a dad is still thrilling, it never gets old, even if I do!"
Hugh Grant – Became a Dad for the First Time at 51
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Hugh Grant has five kids.
"Suddenly, you love someone more than yourself. It's the nicest thing that's ever happened to me," said Hugh Grant, who officially joined the Old Dads Club when he welcomed his first daughter, Tabitha, in 2011.
Alec Baldwin – Fathered 8 Children Into His 60s
Alec Baldwin has nine kids, eight with wife Hilaria.
"They drive me nuts, and I wouldn't trade it for anything in the world," Alec Baldwin said of his eight children.
Jeff Goldblum – First Child at 62
Jeff Goldblum has two kids.
Jeff Goldblum "never thought" he'd have kids, adding, "But it's the best thing I ever did. I melt when he says, 'Daddy!'"
