Emotional Milestone: Brooke Shields on Her Daughters Leaving for College
Let’s talk about Brooke Shields, the iconic actress and model who has always been open about her life experiences. Recently, Brooke admitted that watching her daughters, Rowan and Grier, head off to college was nothing short of emotional. It’s a moment every parent can relate to, but for Brooke, it seems to be hitting especially hard.
“I’m terrified to be an empty nester!” she confessed in an interview with People, published on August 28. Brooke, who shares her two daughters with her husband Chris Henchy, went on to say, “I’m worried about me, just as much as I’m worried about her.” It’s that raw honesty that makes Brooke’s story so relatable. She’s not just worried about her daughters’ well-being but also how this change will affect her own life.
Rowan and Grier: The College Journey Begins
Currently, Rowan, 21, is a senior at Wake Forest University, and Grier, 18, is starting her freshman year. Rowan herself reflected on the experience of leaving for college, saying, “Feelings are fraught. I mean, I’ve already done it, and she was a mess.” Rowan admitted that the transition wasn’t easy, but she’s happy to see Grier keeping busy, which is a good sign.
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In a candid moment, Rowan added, “Off record, I’m hoping you and dad rekindle the flame.” It’s moments like these that remind us how close-knit this family is, even as they navigate this new chapter in their lives.
A Strong Marriage Supporting the Transition
Brooke, 59, and Chris, 60, tied the knot in 2001, and their marriage has been a beacon of strength in Hollywood. They’ve always supported each other, and it’s no different now as they face this new phase. Brooke admitted that while it’s been emotional saying goodbye to their daughters, she’s incredibly proud of the women they’ve become.
“They’re going to have each other’s back,” Brooke shared. “They’re both tough and strong-willed. The world is not going to undo them. I’m proud of who they are.” It’s clear that Brooke has raised her daughters to be resilient and independent, qualities that will serve them well in college and beyond.
Brooke’s Emotional Goodbye
Just a day before her interview with People was published, Brooke shared a heartfelt video on her Instagram page. In the clip, you can see her breaking down in tears as she dropped her daughters off at their school in North Carolina. “I sat here a year ago and I watched my big girl leave — I’m back on this porch and I am now officially an empty nester,” Brooke said, her voice filled with emotion.
She added, “They’re together at least. It’s not easy. It’s not easy for the moms. I mean, it’s just so weird. It’s so weird that (Grier’s) not here.” Brooke’s honesty about the difficulty of this transition is something many parents can relate to. In the video, she described how hard it was to let go, saying, “It was really hard, and then she started crying… I really started crying, and then I cried a good portion of the ride home. I’m an empty nester. Wow.”
In the comments section of the post, Brooke received an outpouring of support from friends, fans, and fellow moms who understood her pain. One of the most touching responses came from Debra Messing, who wrote, “Oh Brooke, it’s so so hard. It’s the end of an era, and now you get to start a new chapter. But first, you have to cry. A lot.” Debra went on to say, “I laid on my couch for 3 weeks and couldn’t speak to anyone. Be tender with yourself. It’s hard because it’s hard. All us empty nesters are sending you love.”
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Words of Encouragement from Fellow Celebrities
Deborah Roberts, Al Roker’s wife, also chimed in, saying, “I know Brooke. But it gets a bit easier, and always remember that we raised them to fly away!” Deborah and Al recently dropped their son, Nick, off at college for his junior year, so they truly understand what Brooke is going through.
Other celebrities, like Paulina Porizkova, wrote, “Sending you love. What a great job you’ve done, mama. The babies are ready to soar.” Melissa Joan Hart added, “True words! It’s so hard on the moms when our babies fly off, but if we did our job, that’s the goal!”
