Ethan Hawke’s Playful Banter with Daughter Maya Over Rihanna Flirting Incident
Hollywood is no stranger to celebrity encounters that leave the world buzzing. One such incident involved actor Ethan Hawke and international pop sensation Rihanna at the 2015 NBA All-Star game. A photo of them conversing animatedly caught the public’s eye, and now Hawke’s daughter, Maya, has humorously brought it back into the spotlight.
Courtside Flirtations
The 2015 NBA All-Star game witnessed a lighthearted exchange between Hawke, 52 at the time, and Rihanna, 35. Captured in a series of candid paparazzi shots, Hawke was seen engaging in an animated discussion with the “Umbrella” singer. This rendezvous occurred while they were seated courtside, alongside Hawke’s then 13-year-old son, Levon.
It was during a playful game for a Variety video segment that Maya Hawke, the “Stranger Things” actress, recollected the event. When questioned whether her father would prefer a Lady Gaga or Rihanna concert, Maya jested, “RiRi baby, by a long shot,” referencing the widely discussed incident. Hawke, however, pointed out that he had attended a Lady Gaga concert but never Rihanna’s, sparking further banter between the father-daughter pair.
Addressing the “Open Flirting”
The candid discussion soon led to Hawke addressing the viral incident, confessing, “I’ve been caught by the paparazzi openly flirting with Rihanna.” Not one to let an opportunity slide, Maya cheekily added, “Openly trying to,” evoking laughter. “So that’s been the family shame,” Hawke laughingly said, to which Maya responded, claiming it as “family pride.”
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More Than Just Celeb Gossip: The Hawkes in Cinema
While the playful exchange between Maya and Ethan caught attention, it’s essential not to forget their recent collaboration. The two worked together on the new movie “Wildcat,” a biographical drama based on the life of novelist Flannery O’Connor. Ethan Hawke, apart from playing a role, directed and co-wrote the film, while Maya both starred in and served as an executive producer. This cinematic masterpiece premiered at the 50th Telluride Film Festival on September 1st.
Hawke’s Family Ties
Ethan Hawke’s personal life has been a topic of interest for many. He shares two children with ex-wife Uma Thurman: Maya and Levon, now 21. Following his marriage with Thurman, which spanned from 1998 to 2005, Hawke married Ryan Shawhughes in 2008. The couple has two daughters, Clementine, 12, and Indiana, 11.
The Viral Moment: Hawke and Rihanna Revisited
The “Before Sunrise” actor, not one to shy away from humor, took to social media to jest about his viral interaction with Rihanna after her stunning half-time performance at Super Bowl LVII in February. Sharing a sequence of throwback images from the basketball game, he humorously highlighted swapping seats with his son to be next to the Fenty Beauty mogul. Captioning the post, he wrote, “After Rihanna’s brilliant half-time performance, I’m hoping my son can find it in his heart to forgive a Dad for taking his moment.” Levon, showing his sporting spirit, commented, “Iconic content.”
In the world of glitz and glamour, it’s moments like these, filled with humor, love, and family, that stand out, reminding us that celebrities, too, have their playful moments and cherished memories.
Source: foxnews
