For over fifteen years, Julie Depardieu has been in a relationship with singer Philippe Katerine. Despite their meeting not hinting at such a beautiful story, the two artists are the proud parents of two sons: Billy, born in 2011, and Alfred, who arrived a year later. Even though the 52-year-old actress is now a fulfilled mother, the desire for motherhood was not always evident. Before having her children, the daughter of Gérard Depardieu hesitated for a long time to take the leap.
“In fact, I did not want children, the idea scared me. I didn’t think I was made for family life,” she revealed during a recent appearance on the show “Quelle Époque!”
Despite everything, today, the actress seems to have found her balance between cinema, music, and family life. In an interview with Gala on Tuesday, May 12, Julie Depardieu reflected on her role as a mother, which she keeps far from the filming sets. Becoming a mother was a true “Copernican revolution,” she explains: “We are no longer the center of our lives. Our center becomes something else. We are no longer just a satellite.”
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Julie Depardieu, known for her acting career in French cinema, reflects on motherhood and her journey of finding balance between work and family.
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Julie Depardieu is the daughter of actor Gérard Depardieu.
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What kind of mother is Julie Depardieu to her sons?
Julie Depardieu admits she is far from perfect as a mother: “I am a mother with many flaws. I am strict and then, after ten seconds, I give in. I say ‘no’ and then I say ‘yes’. Everything you shouldn’t do, in fact!” Her words may resonate with many parents!
As her sons enter adolescence – Billy is 15 years old and Alfred is 14 – Julie Depardieu confesses she is always worried about them: “We always have fears for our children. Afterwards, I think we shouldn’t get too attached because it messes everything up. We need to try to trust, tell ourselves that everything will be fine, and that it’s not my fault. At some point, things happen despite us.”
Despite appearing very laid-back, Julie Depardieu insists: “Afterwards, you have to force children to work! It’s increasingly difficult because mine tell me they don’t care as there are spellcheckers.” A true generational difference.
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Julie Depardieu opens up about her imperfect parenting style as her sons transition into their teenage years.
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Julie Depardieu: her son Billy is a spitting image of her!
As for their future paths, no hints have been given by the partner of the eclectic French singer: “For now, that’s up to them. We’ll see. In any case, I think they have artistic talent.” However, one thing is clear – Billy is definitely his mother’s son.
During Paris Fashion Week, the couple’s son accompanied Philippe Katerine at the Walter Van Beirendonck show. The teenager’s face caught the attention of onlookers: he is the spitting image of his mother! Long blonde hair, porcelain complexion, and a sparkling gaze. A family resemblance that also recalls another now-deceased family member, Guillaume Depardieu.
