“My girl is leaving for college… I cried in the car!!!!”
Summer vacation is over and students are heading back to class, which for some parents means taking their kids to college for the first time.
This important moment can be quite emotional as mums and dads say goodbye to their children for the autumn term. While it’s the beginning of a new chapter for college students, it’s a difficult time for many parents who become empty nesters overnight. And these celebrity parents know exactly what it is!
Here are the stars who had to say goodbye to their children this term…
1. Alex Rodriguez
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This year, Alex Rodriguez took his 18-year-old daughter Natasha to the University of Michigan for her freshman year, where she will study musical theater. Natasha’s mother Cynthia Scurtis also joined the duo for the special occasion. On Instagram, Alex shared photos of helping Natasha move into her dorm and posed for family photos on campus.
“Left my heart in Michigan 💙💛 @thenatasharodriguez leaving for college was one of the hardest yet proudest moments of my father’s life. I can’t wait to see her start this big new chapter,” Alex wrote.
2. Kevin Hart
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Kevin Hart just helped his 18-year-old daughter Heaven move into her college dorm at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. Kevin brought his entire family with him for the monumental moment, and the father-daughter duo posed for a photo in their dorm room with their siblings Hendrix and Kenzo.
“I’m not crying, you’re crying… I’m so proud of my daughter… I can’t even say little girl anymore because you’ve grown into the most amazing young woman in the world!!!!! God knows, I am immensely proud of you. and that I love you with all my soul. Fly, hey, fly… The world is yours!!!!! My girl is leaving for college….I cried in the car!!!!” Kevin wrote on Instagram.
3. Michael Strahan
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Michael Strahan officially became a “Duke Dad” when he took his daughter Sophia to a prestigious university in August this year. On Instagram, he shared photos from campus and shopping for sleep products at Target.
“Dropped the youngest of the @sophialstrahan tribe to college! I can’t believe how time has flown by and I’m so proud of her. I know she will ruin student life!!” Mikhail wrote.
While Sofia is already at school, Michael shared that he will soon take her twin sister Isabella to her college.
4. Teresa Giudice
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Teresa Giudice recently helped her daughter Gabriella move to the University of Michigan. real housewife posed for photos with the team of movers delivering Gabriella’s belongings to school, and also shared a photo of the family at dinner before they left.
“As you embark on this exciting journey to the University of Michigan, I want you to know how deeply proud I am of you. Your tireless dedication and hard work have brought you to this point and I have no doubt that you will continue to impress and thrive,” Teresa wrote on Instagram.
She continued, “Seeing you grow into the incredible woman you are becoming fills my heart with indescribable joy. Your strength, resilience and determination inspire me every day. Appreciate the opportunities that lie ahead and remember to embrace every experience that comes your way. will come to you.”
5. Lara Spencer
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Good morning America In August, host Lara Spencer took her daughter Katherine to Vanderbilt University on a family trip to Nashville. On Instagram, Lara shared photos from the road and in front of the college building.
“Today begins a new chapter in your life. Write your story, baby,” Lara wrote.
6. George Stephanopoulos and Ali Wentworth
Lara GMA co-host George Stephanopoulos and his wife Ali Wentworth also took their daughter Harper to Vanderbilt University this month. Sharing funny photos of her struggles to put together dorm furniture, Ali spoke with emotion about saying goodbye to her daughter.
“We sent our baby to college. Everyone says: “She’s ready to go”! But… I don’t think I’m ready! I don’t want to stop cooking pasta with vodka sauce, collecting wet towels, hugging. to her familiar smell. As Joni Mitchell once wrote, “The bed is too big, the pan is too wide.” I know our daughter will do well. But damn, it’s cruel to parents. If you feel like it, please send me baked goods. I’ll be under the covers,” Ali wrote on Instagram.
7. Cole Hauser
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Yellowstone star Cole Hauser and his wife Cynthia just dropped their 18-year-old son Ryland off at Texas Christian University. Cynthia shared photos from moving day as they helped Ryland get settled into his new dorm room. The last photo shows Ryland waving goodbye to his parents.
“And this is how my baby begins his life. Dad and I are so proud of you, Ryland! making Styles and Colt feel so special. We will miss you dearly,” Cynthia wrote.
8. Nicole Ari Parker
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Nicole Ari Parker recently helped her 18-year-old daughter Sophie move to Howard University. In a montage posted to Nicole’s Instagram, Sophie can be seen posing in her dorm room and hugging her brother before parting ways.
“Today is your official first day of college @howard1867,” Nicole wrote. “I am so proud of you. We miss you so much, but we know you got it!! 💪🏽 Come to class on time. Call me later”.
