Mann's 'Devastating' Empty Nest Trick Revealed

Actress Leslie Mann, 54, shared her experience with her daughters, Iris and Maude, leaving home. She described the initial departure as a "devastating time," particularly when her eldest, Maude, left for college out of state. However, Mann found that frequent communication and long breaks meant they were home often, making the transition "wasn't as bad" as she had feared. She and husband Judd Apatow are parents to Maude, 28, and Iris, 23, both of whom have pursued acting careers. Maude stars in 'Euphoria,' and Iris appeared in 'The Bubble.'

Mann has adopted a new parenting tactic for her adult daughters. She now "acts incompetent" around them, so they can learn to take care of tasks themselves. This approach, she explained, helps prepare them to be "very competent in the world." Mann, married to Judd Apatow since 1997, has worked with her daughters on films like 'Knocked Up' and 'This Is 40.' She often expresses pride in her daughters, noting their kind and good-hearted nature.