Over the years there have been quite a few famous faces who have adopted their children. Some already have biological children. Others have been unable to have children. And some chose adoption because they have wanted to help other families in a time of difficulty and need. No matter what, adoptive mothers and fathers are a source of inspiration and love. Let’s take a look at some celebrity adoptions. There is no rulebook on how you create your family, as long as you bring them love, security and comfort.  Today, we’ll be sharing celebrities adoptions. Giving love and shelter to a child is a great way to self-empowerment. 

Katherine Heigl

Adoption has always been a part of Katherine Heigl’s life. Her mom and dad adopted her sister Meg from South Korea. And Heigl has always been open about the fact that she wanted to include adoption in her own journey of parenthood. Heigl and her husband Josh Kelley now have two beautiful adopted daughters, Naleigh and Adalaide.  And, this year they announced that Heigl is also pregnant!

Viola Davis

‘The Help’ actress Viola Davis and her husband Julius Tennon adopted a little girl called Genesis in 2011. Davis has stated that due to her career she put marriage and motherhood on hold, and in the end, biological time ran out. She has said that she absolutely loves motherhood. She has also said that although being a mom sometimes it makes her feel like the biggest failure in life, but it also makes her feel like the greatest hero alive.

Lionel Richie

Lionel Richie has a rather famous daughter, Nicole Richie.  So, Nicole became a member of the Richie family at the age of three. Lionel and Brenda Richie took legal guardianship of Niche at the age of 3. She was adopted by Richie and his wife at the age of nine years old. Nicole is actually the biological daughter of one of her father’s ex-bandmates. The Richies’ took her in and fell in love.  Furthermore, there are many avenues that lead to adoption. If you want to give a child a safe and secure home, you can search online for birth mother’s seeking adoptive parents. You will be able to tell your story, give your reasons and help women who are considering adoption.  Most importantly, you can help mothers find a forever home for their biological child.

Mariska Hargitay

Mariska Hargitay is the daughter of bombshell Jayne Mansfield and is also an actress in her own right.  She gave birth to her son August in 2006. In April 2011 she adopted her daughter, Amaya.  Also, in October of the same year she adopted a baby boy, Andrew.  Her son had always wanted brothers and sisters.  So, now their happy family unit is complete.

Sandra Bullock

Sandra Bullock is an American actress.  adopted two African American Louis and Laila.  Bullock was the highest paid actress in the world in 2010 and 2014.  Bullock adopted her son as a single.  In 2015, she adopted 3 year old Laila as a single parent.

Kristen Davis

Kristin Davis is an American actress. She is known as Charlotte on Sex and the City.  Davis is also a recovering alcohol.  Davis has adopted two children, a girl named Gemma Rose Davis.  She adopted a boy in 2018.  She has kept the details about her son under wraps.

Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman

Tom and Nicole are both American actors.  They adopted son their son Connor and daughter Isabella together while married.  Once they divorced, the kids chose to live in the states with Tom rather than Nicole in Australia.

Meg Ryan

Meg Ryan is an American actress.  She has a biological son with Dennis Quaid, named Jack.  Ryan adopted a daughter from china in 2006.

Finally, fertility issues aren’t the only reason that many people adopt. Celebrity adoptions are joyful, but there are plenty of people who want to expand their family.  They have a lot of extra love to give. Some people want to make a difference in other people’s lives through the power of adoption.  If you have a secure family unit or lots of family support, adoption may be for you.  Celebrity adoptions bring Hollywood joy.  It can bring you jot too. If you have an uplifting adoption story you would like to share; I’d love to hear your experience below.