Maria Celebrates Son Jackson's 25th Birthday

Maria recently celebrated her son Jackson Blue's 25th birthday, sharing a touching tribute on social media. She referred to him as her "moon and stars" and "favorite person in the world," expressing gratitude for his existence and for him choosing her as his mother. Jackson, who was born 25 years ago, is Maria's son with ex-partner Dan McDermott.

During a significant conversation years ago, Jackson demonstrated profound understanding when Maria came out. She recounted how he reacted with love and wisdom, stating, "Mom, love is love, whatever you are." This moment was documented in her 2013 essay for The New York Times, highlighting her relationship with her best friend, Clare.

Maria's personal life has seen further developments, including her marriage to chef Dominique Crenn in May 2024. However, the couple separated a year later due to irreconcilable differences. Maria has maintained a positive relationship with Dan McDermott since their split in 2006.