Actor Bradley Cooper recently opened up about his struggles to connect with his daughter, Lea, whom he shares with supermodel Irina Shayk. During an appearance on Dax Shepard’s Armchair Expert podcast, Cooper discussed his experience as a father and how he initially found it difficult to bond with his daughter when she was born in March 2017.
The 49-year-old actor admitted that in the first few months of Lea’s life, he did not feel the immediate overwhelming love that some parents talk about. He described it as a journey of watching this new life form and grow, rather than an instant connection.
Cooper reflected on his initial feelings, saying, “The first eight months – I don’t even know if I really love the kid. It’s dope. It’s cool. I’m watching this thing morph.” However, he shared that over time, his feelings changed, and he began to feel a deep bond with his daughter.
He went on to explain that becoming a father has transformed him and made him strive to be a better person in order to protect and care for his daughter. Cooper expressed that being a dad has given his life meaning and purpose, and he credits fatherhood for anchoring him during turbulent times.
Despite some fans questioning Cooper’s comments, it is clear that his journey as a father has been a transformative and self-reflective experience. Through his honesty and vulnerability, Cooper’s story sheds light on the complexities of parenthood and the deep emotional connections that can develop over time.
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