In a heartwarming development that has captured the attention of fans worldwide, Hollywood icon Jodie Foster and her wife, Alexandra Hedison, have decided to expand their family by adopting a child together. The couple, married since 2014, has long been a beacon of love and privacy in the often tumultuous world of celebrity relationships. Now, in May 2025, they are taking a significant step toward parenthood as a couple, a decision that reflects their deep commitment to each other and their shared vision of building a family rooted in love, support, and creativity. This news, announced quietly through a close source to the couple, has sparked an outpouring of support from fans who admire the pair’s authenticity and dedication to living life on their own terms.
A Power Couple Ready for a New Chapter
Jodie Foster, 62, and Alexandra Hedison, 55, have been a power couple in Hollywood for over a decade, blending their talents in acting, filmmaking, and photography while maintaining a low profile. Foster, a two-time Academy Award winner known for iconic roles in The Silence of the Lambs and Taxi Driver, has recently garnered acclaim for her work in True Detective: Night Country, earning her first Emmy in September 2024. Hedison, a celebrated fine art photographer and director, premiered her short documentary ALOK at the Sundance Film Festival in 2024, with Foster serving as executive producer. Their professional synergy has always been matched by their personal bond, which they’ve nurtured away from the spotlight. Now, their decision to adopt a child together marks a new chapter in their journey, one that promises to bring even more joy to their lives.
The couple’s choice to adopt comes after years of building a life together that balances Foster’s existing family—her two sons, Charlie, 26, and Kit, 22, from her previous relationship with Cydney Bernard—with their shared aspirations. Foster has always been fiercely protective of her children’s privacy, a value she and Hedison both share. In a 2024 interview on The View, Foster reflected on her parenting philosophy, saying, “I wanted them to know me as their mom and the person who went away to work and stuff.” Her sons, whom she raised with Bernard after their 2008 split, have grown into their own paths—Charlie as an actor and Kit as a scientist. Now, with her children embarking on their adult lives, Foster feels ready to embrace parenthood again, this time alongside Hedison, who has been a loving stepmother to Charlie and Kit.
A Thoughtful Decision to Adopt
Sources close to the couple reveal that the decision to adopt was a natural progression of their relationship. “Jodie and Alexandra have always talked about having a child together,” the source shared. “They’ve built such a strong foundation, and they feel this is the right time to expand their family. Adoption felt like the perfect way to do that, to give a child a loving home and to experience parenthood as a team.” The couple’s journey to this decision has been marked by thoughtful discussions and a shared commitment to creating a nurturing environment for a child. While Hedison has no biological children of her own, she has embraced her role in Foster’s family, often joining them for rare public outings, such as a family stroll in New York City in 2023 with Kit.
The adoption process, which the couple began earlier this year, has been a deeply personal one. Foster and Hedison have reportedly been working with a private agency to find a child who would thrive in their unique household. “They’re looking for a child who needs a stable, loving home,” the source explained. “Jodie and Alexandra are both so grounded and creative—they want to provide a space where a child can grow up feeling safe but also inspired.” The couple has been preparing their Los Angeles home for the new arrival, transforming a room into a nursery filled with books, art, and soft colors that reflect their shared aesthetic. Hedison, known for her photography, has even been capturing moments of their preparation, creating a visual journal to one day share with their child.
A Dream Fulfilled for Hedison
This decision to adopt also holds special significance for Hedison, who once discussed adoption during her relationship with Ellen DeGeneres from 2000 to 2004. Although those plans never came to fruition, the idea of building a family through adoption has remained close to her heart. Now, with Foster by her side, Hedison is fulfilling that dream in a way that feels authentic to their partnership. “Alexandra has always wanted to be a mother,” the source noted. “She’s been an incredible support to Jodie’s sons, and now she’s thrilled to take on this role with a child they’ll raise together.”
Foster, too, brings a wealth of experience to this new chapter. As a mother of two, she has navigated the challenges of raising children in the public eye, often shielding Charlie and Kit from the Hollywood spotlight. In a 2016 interview with Magic Radio, she shared how she initially kept her career a secret from her sons, wanting them to see her simply as “Mom.” “I didn’t want them to know me that way,” she said, referring to her acting fame. This protective instinct will undoubtedly shape the way Foster and Hedison approach parenting their adopted child, ensuring they provide a sense of normalcy despite their high-profile lives.
Resonating with Fans and Community
The couple’s decision to adopt has also resonated deeply with fans, who see it as a reflection of their values. Foster has long been an advocate for authenticity and love, themes she touched on in her 2013 Golden Globes speech when she accepted the Cecil B. DeMille Award. “I am so proud of our modern family,” she said at the time, acknowledging her sons and her journey as a queer woman. Her marriage to Hedison, which came a year later, has been a source of inspiration for many in the LGBTQ+ community, and their choice to adopt further underscores their commitment to creating a family that defies traditional norms. On social media platforms like X, fans have expressed their excitement, with one user writing, “Jodie and Alexandra adopting a child together is the kind of news we need! They’re going to be amazing parents. 🥰”
As they prepare to welcome their child, Foster and Hedison have been leaning on their close-knit circle for support. Foster’s longtime friend Jamie Lee Curtis, who introduced her at the 2024 TCL Chinese Theatre hand-and-footprint ceremony, has reportedly been a source of encouragement, sharing advice from her own experience as a mother. Hedison’s family, including her late father, actor David Hedison, known for his roles in James Bond films, has also influenced her approach to parenting. In a past interview with Genius List, Hedison spoke about how her parents shaped her creative life, a legacy she hopes to pass on to her child through art and photography.
Balancing Careers and Family
Professionally, both Foster and Hedison remain as active as ever, but they’re making space for this new chapter. Foster’s recent Emmy win for True Detective: Night Country and Hedison’s work on ALOK have kept them busy, but they’ve adjusted their schedules to focus on their family. “Jodie and Alexandra are both at a point in their careers where they can take a step back and prioritize what matters most,” the source said. “They’re excited to slow down a bit and just enjoy being parents together.” This balance of work and family has always been a hallmark of their relationship, as seen in moments like Hedison flying in from New York to support Foster at Sundance in 2024, despite her own press tour commitments.
The couple’s adoption journey also comes at a time when Foster has been reflecting on her legacy, both as an artist and a mother. In her 2025 Golden Globes acceptance speech, where she won for True Detective, she spoke about the joy of meaningful work and dedicated the moment to her sons, saying, “Hopefully you understand the joy, such joy, that comes from doing really hard, meaningful, good work.” Now, with Hedison by her side, Foster is channeling that same passion into building a family that reflects those values. Hedison, too, has shared glimpses of their shared joy, posting on Instagram in November 2024 for Foster’s birthday, “Loving you is easy as cake. Happy birthday, beautiful.”
A New Chapter of Love and Legacy
As Jodie Foster and Alexandra Hedison prepare to welcome their adopted child, they do so with the same grace, love, and privacy that have defined their relationship. Their journey to parenthood together is a testament to their enduring partnership and their desire to create a home filled with creativity, stability, and unconditional love. Fans eagerly await more news of the couple’s new family member, but for now, they’re content to celebrate from afar, knowing that this child will be raised by two women who have already shown the world what it means to love deeply and authentically. Here’s to the next chapter for Jodie, Alexandra, and their growing family—a story that promises to be as inspiring as their love.
