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McAvoy's Secret: Fatherhood at 40s Revealed
31 Mar
Summary
- James McAvoy secretly welcomed his second son four years ago.
- He finds fatherhood in his 40s easier yet more tiring.
- McAvoy met his wife Lisa Liberati on the set of 'Split'.

Actor James McAvoy shared a significant personal update, revealing he secretly welcomed his second son four years ago with his wife, Lisa Liberati. The 46-year-old star finds parenting in his forties presents a different experience compared to his earlier years as a father.
McAvoy, who is now based in London but splits time with Philadelphia, met Liberati while working on the film 'Split,' where she was a production assistant. The couple, who married in 2022, have built a life together after McAvoy finalized his divorce from Anne-Marie Duff. He also co-parents their 15-year-old son, Brendan, with Duff.
The actor reflected that while he worries less and is more philosophical about parenting in his forties, the physical demands are more pronounced. McAvoy recently made his directorial debut with the film 'California Schemin'.'