Naomi Watts' Son Makes Real-Life Leap from Hollywood Hills to College Dorm
Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber's Shocking Decision: Ditching the Luxury Lifestyle for a College Dorm Room
The glamorous world of Hollywood is not always as it seems, and we've got the scoop on one of its most beloved power couples, Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber. The A-listers have been praised by fans and friends alike for their unconventional decision to give their 18-year-old son Sasha a "normal" college experience. Yes, you read that right – normal! While their fellow celebrities are still basking in the glory of their luxurious lifestyles, Naomi and Liev have opted for a dorm room at the University of Southern California (USC) instead.
The proud parents, who split amicably in 2016 but continue to co-parent their two children, were spotted helping Sasha settle into his new life on campus. The area is a far cry from the affluent Hollywood Hills where they used to reside. In fact, USC is located just a short ten-minute drive from LA's infamous Skid Row, an impoverished neighborhood plagued by homelessness.
But don't get it twisted – this isn't some hippie-dippy experiment gone wrong. Naomi and Liev are determined to raise their children as grounded individuals who understand the value of hard work and humility. And they're not just talking the talk; they're walking the walk.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Naomi shared intimate details of the emotional process of letting go of their baby boy. She wrote: "We packed and unpacked, stacked and colour coded. We walked and walked, woke up early with excitement... Then we shopped and shopped, and sometimes fought about stupid stuff... We laughed, we cried, I had a few extra secret cries and maybe some not so private ones."
The post was accompanied by a photo of Sasha sitting on his neatly made bed in a modest double dorm room. It's a far cry from the lavish bedrooms their parents are used to – but that's exactly the point.
Fans were quick to applaud Naomi and Liev for choosing to give Sasha a "normal" college experience rather than indulging him in the trappings of Hollywood luxury. One fan wrote: "So pleased to see a divorced couple co-parenting in such a healthy way. Absolutely no idea the back story but this looks awesome."
Even their celebrity friends couldn't resist chiming in on the action. Actress Rita Wilson quipped: "That's the only time his room will ever look that neat. Congratulations to all!"
But what really caught our attention was the fact that USC, where Sasha will be studying, is located just a few miles from Skid Row – one of the most notorious areas of LA known for its homelessness crisis. It's clear that Naomi and Liev are making a conscious effort to immerse their son in real-world issues.
One of Naomi's social media photos showed the trio after a shopping excursion during which they purchased pillows and kitchen utensils for their college freshman. Another snap showed the father-and-son duo walking side-by-side and holding hands in Downtown Los Angeles. "Already [bawling]," she wrote across a photo of Sasha standing with his packed suitcases and bags.
Meanwhile, Liev shared the moment from his perspective, as he said he was 'starting to feel the pull' while uploading a photo of himself standing with his son. He added, "Gonna miss my ride or die. Having said that, USC is gonna get one of the deepest, kindest, bravest and most beautiful boys I have ever known."
As we reflect on this remarkable decision, it's clear that Naomi and Liev are breaking new ground in the world of celebrity parenting. They're showing us that you don't need a private jet or a mansion to be a good parent – sometimes, all it takes is love, hard work, and a willingness to let go.
So, here's to Naomi and Liev: may their unconventional approach inspire other parents to re-evaluate what truly matters in life.