Ava Phillippe recently took to Instagram Stories to celebrate her mom, Reese Witherspoon, on her 49th birthday. The 25-year-old shared a heartwarming throwback photo of herself as a toddler cuddling with her mom amid fall foliage. In the caption, she expressed her love and gratitude for her “phenomenal” mother, calling herself lucky to have Witherspoon in her life.
Witherspoon, known for her roles in movies like Legally Blonde, has three children – Ava and Deacon with ex-husband Ryan Phillippe, and Tennessee with ex-husband Jim Toth. Despite her busy acting career, Witherspoon considers motherhood to be one of her greatest achievements.
The mother-daughter duo shares a special bond, as seen in their recent appearances together. They walked the red carpet at the 2024 Blink Twice premiere, where Witherspoon supported her friend and director Zoë Kravitz. Deacon also accompanied his mom to the 2024 Golden Globes, showing their close relationship.
In January, Ava and Witherspoon attended the Fendi show during Paris Haute Couture Week, where they wore matching accessories. Witherspoon shared their Parisian adventure on Instagram, showcasing their stylish mother-daughter moments.
On Witherspoon’s birthday, many of her celebrity friends, including Jennifer Garner, Octavia Spencer, and Kerry Washington, took to social media to send their well wishes. Garner called Witherspoon her “favorite, most supportive boss lady friend,” while Washington described her as a “powerhouse” and a “beautiful, brilliant friend.”
Witherspoon graciously reposted the birthday tributes on her Instagram Stories, thanking her family and friends for their kind words. She exchanged sweet messages with her Morning Show co-star Jennifer Aniston, who praised Witherspoon as a “source of Vitamin D” in her own birthday post.
As Witherspoon continues to balance her successful career with motherhood, her relationship with her children remains a top priority. Through their shared experiences and milestones, Ava, Deacon, and Tennessee continue to be a source of joy and inspiration for the talented actress.
