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Valderrama Balances Fatherhood and Acting: Shares Insights on Raising Kids
14 Nov
Summary
- Valderrama shares how acting has changed since becoming a dad
- He has a 4-year-old daughter and 4-month-old son with fiancée Amanda Pacheco
- Valderrama is eager to get some rest after months of early mornings and long shooting days
As of November 14, 2025, actor Wilmer Valderrama, 45, is reflecting on how becoming a father has changed his approach to acting. Valderrama, who shares a 4-year-old daughter named Nakano and a 4-month-old son named Wolf with his fiancée Amanda Pacheco, says his roles now hold a deeper emotional significance.
The That '70s Show alum explains that when he first started doing animated films like Handy Manny, it was to appeal to his young nephew. But now, with his own children, Valderrama feels a stronger connection to the characters he portrays, especially in Disney productions like Encanto. He shares that his daughter has even started recognizing him in these films, making the experience "three times more emotional."
Despite the joy of performing for his kids, Valderrama admits he is in desperate need of rest. After months of waking up at 4:30 AM and working 10-hour days, the actor is looking forward to a 48-hour couch session this Thanksgiving. As he continues to balance fatherhood and his thriving career, Valderrama's perspective on acting has undoubtedly shifted, becoming a more personal and meaningful endeavor.
