Listen up, folks! Idina Menzel and her ex-husband, Taye Diggs, may have gone their separate ways, but they’re still all about team parenting. The couple welcomed their son, Walker Nathaniel Diggs, back in 2009, and despite their divorce, they’ve managed to keep things civil and focused on raising their little guy. Let’s dive deeper into their story and learn more about their incredible journey as co-parents in the wild world of Hollywood. Keep reading to find out more about Walker, their bundle of joy!
When Did Idina and Taye Decide to Go Their Separate Ways?
Now, let’s rewind a bit. Idina and Taye first crossed paths way back in 1995 when they both starred in the legendary Broadway production of Rent. Fast forward to 2003, and the two lovebirds tied the knot in beautiful Montego Bay, Jamaica. They even reprised their roles in the film adaptation of Rent in 2005, proving they were a dynamic duo both on and off-screen.
The dream of becoming parents was a shared vision for years, and in September 2009, that dream came true with the arrival of their son, Walker. Idina couldn’t have been prouder of Taye’s excitement about fatherhood. “He’s always wanted kids,” she revealed in an interview with Us Weekly. “He grew up with four younger siblings, so he’s super comfortable around children.”
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But every love story has its twists and turns. In December 2013, Idina and Taye made the tough decision to part ways after a decade of marriage. In a joint statement, they shared, “Idina Menzel and Taye Diggs have jointly decided to separate at this time. Their primary focus and concern is for their son. We ask that you respect their privacy during this time.”
Their divorce was finalized in December 2014, but that didn’t stop them from continuing to raise Walker with love and respect. Idina went on to marry Aaron Lohr in September 2017, while Taye found love with Apryl Jones, whom he began dating in 2021.
Meet Walker: The Heart of Idina and Taye’s Story
While Idina and Taye may be known for their dazzling careers in entertainment, they’ve kept Walker’s life relatively private. However, they’ve opened up about his milestones and his unique interests, which don’t always align with their glamorous world.
In a 2020 interview with Us Weekly, Taye shared, “Walker doesn’t feel the need to follow in our footsteps. He’s doing all this stuff that I didn’t get a chance to. He’s a really great athlete. He plays basketball every day, and when he’s not playing basketball, he’s running around throwing a football. … It’s refreshing to watch him do what we never could.”
And as for Idina’s iconic role in Frozen? Well, Walker wasn’t exactly a fan when the movie came out in 2013. “He’s seen it maybe twice. He hates it,” Idina admitted in a 2018 interview with Us Weekly. “It’s princessy and it’s mommy singing, so it means that she has to work and go sing the stupid song and it takes me away from him.”
But Walker’s not just about sports—he’s also got a serious shoe game! “I’ve been stealing his shoes. We’re now in the same size for sneakers, which is very exciting because he’s got a sneaker collection,” Idina told People in 2022. “The other day I was too lazy to run up the stairs to get my own shoes, and I was running to pick him up at school, so I put on a pair of his Yeezys.”
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