Giada De Laurentiis Tears Up as Daughter Jade Starts College

Giada De Laurentiis has marked a significant milestone as her daughter, Jade, has begun college. The celebrity chef shared poignant moments from Jade's move-in day at New York University on August 28th.

De Laurentiis posted images and videos of Jade settling into her dorm, accompanied by her boyfriend Shane Farley and ex-husband Todd Thompson. These updates captured the emotional process of unpacking and saying goodbye.

Prior to the move, De Laurentiis shared a "home movie" documenting their journey to the airport and flight to New York City, reflecting on her mixed feelings of excitement and nervousness for Jade.

In early August, a celebratory sendoff was held for Jade, with De Laurentiis expressing immense pride in her daughter's achievements as she prepared for college.

De Laurentiis had previously revealed in January that Jade would attend NYU, acknowledging the profound shift in her role as a mother. She shared her emotional adjustments to her daughter's increasing independence.

To stay connected, De Laurentiis plans to maintain a presence in New York, considering purchasing a home outside the city to be available for Jade.

Jade's 18th birthday and senior prom were also celebrated over the past year, highlighting a series of significant events leading up to this college transition. The article also noted the joyful moment in December when Jade received her NYU acceptance letter.