13 of the Most Creative Dads on the Internet

Kalie Eyman
Jun 17, 2015

Whether it’s everyday things like cool lunchbox notes and silly drawings or intricate food concoctions and amazing photo shoots, these dads don’t waste any time finding a way to make their kids laugh. This list of playful, dad-crafted creations reminds us to give our own dads thanks for all the support over the years, and just in time for Father’s Day. Read on to see what these creative dads had in store for their lucky kiddos!

1. Food Art Snack Time: While his daughter was learning her letters, this Instagram dad took cool photos of finger food designed in each letter of the alphabet. (via @t_rez)

2. Quotes to Remember: We all know toddlers say the silliest (and most adorable!) things, so this dad decided to capture it all with these hilarious illustrations of his 3-year-old daughter’s quotes. (via The Daily Epic)

3.Adorable Photo Shoots: From whimsical cloud scenes to extravagant race car setups, this photographer dad says he simply wants to capture memories of his kids and how he sees them. (via Wes Armson)

4. Chalk Art Dad: Forget about your average sidewalk hopscotch — this dad draws super cool chalk art with his kids for fun. From Aladdin-inspired drawings to Wreck It Ralph, he always finds a creative way to work his daughters into the designs. (via @capn_awesome77)

5.Next Level Drawings: This creative tattoo-artist dad colors his kids’ drawings while he’s away on business trips and then surprises them with a masterpiece when he comes home. (via Bored Panda)

6. Silly Photo Shoots: Forget about those lackluster posed shots of the kids standing politely. This wedding photographer/dad set up these super cool portraits of his two daughters to share with family and friends. From amazing feats of scale and Photoshop to an adorable Angry Birds-themed scene, this dad pulls out all the stops for fun photo ideas. (via Bored Panda)

7. Lunchtime Fun: This blogger dad goes all out with his kids’ lunches and has garnered lots of attention for his kid-friendly lunchtime creations. From healthy LEGO Movie-inspired concoctions to sweet My Little Pony-themed sandwiches, lunches like these certainly put him in the running for Dad of the Year. (via Lunch Box Dad)

8. Doodling Dad: Thanks to her creative Papa, this little girl rocks everything from Spider Man to Mario Kart designs on her eyepatch. Her parents made the best of the situation and transformed her daily eye treatment into a stylish and fun accessory. (via Brit + Co)

9. Words of Wisdom: Lunch notes get an upgrade with these intricate illustrations. They’re the perfect midday pick-me-up from dad. (via @superlunchnotes)

10. Super Mario Video: With some cool visual effects, this dad decided to take a guess at what was going through his son’s mind as he raced down the sidewalk. The result? An amazingly cute video inspired by a game we all know and love, “Super Mario.” (via WBoxes)

11. Baby Doodles: This art director dad takes pictures of his son and draws these whimsical illustrations. With everything from this future little astronaut creation to one with his baby as a mini Harry Potter, these doodles will for sure put a smile on your face. (via Ulubulu)

12. Awesome DIY Costume: Although movement is limited when dressed as a LEGO guy, it doesn’t get any better than this unreal Halloween costume handmade by this little one’s dad. (via The Daily Dot)

13. Volkswagen Dreams: After a little bit of elbow grease and a lot of ideas from the neighborhood kids, this dad created a one-of-a-kind Volkswagen bus bunk bed for his daughter. Complete with a play area underneath, dad’s project is both genius and too cute for words. (via VW Tuning World)

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23 Impressive Last-Minute Halloween Snacks To Serve At Your Spooky Party

Halloween is on its way people! With just a handful of weeks to go, it's crunch time to find a costume and figure out what you'll be doing the night of October 31. Whether you're throwing a Halloween party and still need to figure out a food and drink recipes or you need a fun dish to bring to the one you're attending, these quick and easy Halloween snacks are here to help! After all, you don't want guests to be left hangry – that would be frightening. Have no fear! We have some last-minute Halloween snacks that are fast, festive, and tasty AF.

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Mummy Jalapeño Poppers

This savory Halloween snack can be made as spicy as your guests want it – just scoop a little or all of the jalapeño seeds out before stuffing these 'mummies' with cheese and wrapping them in store-bought crescent roll dough.

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Deviled Egg Brains

Your party pals will definitely be freaked out by this bite! Red food coloring aids in turning traditional deviled egg filling a spooky pink color.

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Sweet and Salty Healthier Caramel Apples

Made without any processed sugar, these caramel apples require just a few ingredients: apples, maple syrup, honey, cream, vanilla, chocolate, and flaky salt.

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Halloween Popcorn Mix

This candy-coated bowl of popcorn loads up on festive accoutrements like candy corn, pumpkins, and Halloween sprinkles.

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Halloween Puppy Chow

Add Halloween-themed sprinkles to some classic Chex mix for a spooky seasonal snack.

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Monster Party Bark

Melt a few chocolate bars with some pretzels, candy eyes, and coconut flakes for a salty-sweet Halloween snack that will be ready in only three minutes.

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Halloween Pretzel Bites

Just place small pieces of chocolate on top of pretzels, heat them long enough for the chocolate to soften, then lightly place a candy corn on top. Viola! Simple, tasty treats with a twist – and no tricks!

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Chipotle Pumpkin Hummus

We don't know anyone who doesn't love hummus. This quick dip can be served with crackers or veggies for a healthy Halloween party snack.

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Halloween Pumpkin Covered Strawberries

If you have some strawberries on-hand, this recipe is made even easier. Just grab some orange candy melts and decorate away!

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Caramel-Dipped Marshmallows

Simply dip marshmallows in caramel, then cover them in some cute holiday sprinkles for an easy treat that everyone won't stop snacking on.

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Banana Boo Pops

Put a festive touch on the classic frozen chocolate “boo-nana" by giving them a ghostly makeover. The only heavy lifting you'll have to do for this recipe is let them sit in the freezer for a bit.

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Spiderweb Pretzels

Melt some chocolate, then swirl it over pretzel sticks for a spooky spiderweb-like snack. These could be served alone, or on a cake or ice cream.

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Halloween Candy Bark

Whether you're using new or leftover Halloween candy, this bark recipe is super simple.

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Apple Kabobs

Buy a package of pre-sliced apples, then dip them in chocolate and caramel for an easy alternative to a favorite Halloween pastime. Plus, they're just easier to eat!

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Candy Corn Fruit Parfait

For a sweet treat that's still healthy, skip the candy corn and cut up some colorful fruit in its place.

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Sweet and Salty Pumpkin Seeds

For flavors both sweet and salty, these pumpkin seeds can be made in a jiffy.

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Strawberry Ghosts

Dip some strawberries in white chocolate, then give them chocolate chip eyes and a mouth for these cute and tasty snacks.

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Tangerine Pumpkins

Peel a few tangerines and place a small piece of celery in the middle to make these tangerine pumpkins. Bonus: these can definitely double as the perfect kid's snack for school.

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Witches' Brooms

To make these adorable 'brooms,' you'll push a pretzel in the end of a sliced string cheese stick.

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Halloween Walnuts

These nutty little guys are the perfect snacking companion for the holiday.

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Loaded Halloween Cream Cheese Brownies

These super soft and gooey brownies are the ultimate snack that'll melt in your mouth. They're perfect for anyone who has a sweet tooth and loves a combination of fudge, oreo cookies, and cream cheese. Plus, you'll taste a hint of vanilla extract in it that serves as a nice surprise!

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Halloween Candy Bark

Looking for chill Halloween snacks to munch on throughout the day? Make this holiday candy bark that has all the makings of a trick-or-treat explosion. You'll need everything from bittersweet chocolate to your favorite Halloween candies for this fun recipe.

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Halloween Popcorn Mix

Got a taste for something that involves trail mix and popcorn? This Halloween snack has your name written all over it! It takes less than an hour to perfect and involves popcorn, a little sugar, honey, salt, and more delicious ingredients! In our mind, it's the perfect sweet and salty treat you'll want to recreate every season!

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This post has been updated with additional reporting by Meredith Holser.

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Reese Witherspoon’s Book Club Pick For November Is In!

Did you know November is National Native American Heritage Month? Reese Witherspoon does, and she's excited for readers to get to know Nemonte Nenquimo's story with her book club. Indigenous people have long deserved to have their stories and activism championed, so we're excited one of the year's most inspiring memoirs will be in more readers' hands! Here's everything you should know about the latest book club pick!

When did Reese's Book Club announce its November pick?

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Reese's Book Club made the exciting announcement almost a week ago — and it was met with plenty excitement from fans! One person wrote, "Yes! This is SUCH. AN. AMAZING. MEMOIR. 👏" while another said, "Incredibly powerful and moving 🥹🤍."

We can't wait to dig into this inspiring read!

What has Reese Witherspoon said about it?

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Reese Witherspoon is excited about November's pick for several reasons. She said it's "an unforgettable memoir about fighting for your home and your heart" before adding how she was "moved by this story." You know if Reese was moved, it's gonna be a good one — that woman knows how to pick a book!

What is 'We Will Be Jaguars' about?

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Unlike most of Reese's Book Club picks, We Will Be Jaguars is Nemonte Nenquimo's memoir. Beginning with her birth in Ecuador's Amazon forest, Nenquimo found herself belonging to the Waorani tribe. From learning how to identify the healing components of nature and telling stories, she was immersed in her tribe's culture until she decided to briefly leave to study with missionaries.

However, Nenquimo answered her ancestors call to remember where she comes from and she began focusing on climate change. She's led the initiative against Big Oil that's harming the Amazon and has gone toe to toe with various groups, even some of those she once studied with.

With her husband Mitch Anderson's help, she hopes We Will Be Jaguars continues debunking horrific myths about indigenous culture by introducing readers to their beautiful history.

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Need more reading inspiration for the upcoming year? Check out the new books we can't wait to read!

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16 Scary-Good Halloween Appetizers To Bring To A Spooky Potluck

There are plenty of things you can do besides trick-or-treating or Netflix-bingeing come Halloween. For one, you can throw one hell of a Fright Night party. Don't know what foods to make? We've got you covered. Here are some scary Halloween appetizer recipes that you and your guests will totally die for.

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Mummy Pizzas

Making your own pizza dough can be scary. Swap it for ciabatta loaves instead to make these easy mummy apps. (via Brit + Co)

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Deviled Egg Brains

Savory deviled egg brains are bound to turn your party guests into hungry zombies. (via Brit + Co)

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Monster Sushi

A tray of monster sushi looks colorful and surprisingly stylish among your other appetizers. (via Brit + Co)

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Halloween Snack Platter

Treat party guests to a variety of sweet and savory snacks. They'll be so impressed, they won't even be tempted to dip into your candy stash. (via Foxes Love Lemons)

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7-Layer Spider Web Dip

Turn a classic appetizer into a Halloween favorite with just a little sour cream artistry and a handful of black olive spiders. (via Chelsea's Messy Apron)

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Spooky Halloween Pretzels

Your starters don't all have to be savory – serve up a tray of these sweet chocolate-covered pretzels. (via Half Baked Harvest)

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Halloween Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Keep your Halloween snack spread even sweeter by dipping some strawberries in orange-dyed chocolate and decorating each one with an adorable lil' pumpkin face! (via Crowded Kitchen)

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Halloween Monster Popcorn

Colored with candy melts and filled with other sweets, this monster popcorn really pops once you add a generous sprinkle of salt. (via Salty Canary)

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Bell Pepper Salad Cups

This time of year, our consumption of fresh vegetables is definitely lacking. Make up for it with a spirited presentation of salad. (via Fork and Beans)

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Spider Hot Dogs

We've all seen mummy hot dogs. Take things to the next terrifying level with these truly disturbing tube steak spiders. (via Plain Chicken)

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Skeleton Snack Tray

Spend time on your costume, not cooking up a storm in your kitchen, by preparing a snack platter that requires no oven time. (via Cutefetti)

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Halloween Fruit Kabobs

For a Halloween potluck idea that sits on the healthier side, these adorably ghoul-ish fruit kabobs are easy to make, easy to serve, and even easier to devour before or after the main course! (via Feel Good Foodie)

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Monstrous Meatball Sliders

Cheese fangs and olive eyeballs transform plain old meatball sliders into an on-point app. (via Chelsea's Messy Apron)

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Mini Toad Holes

With a name like "toad in the hole," this dish was destined for October dining. (via Lavender & Lovage)

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Little Potato Halloween Monster Eyeballs

Kids and adults alike are pretty much obsessed with potatoes, especially when cheese is involved (even if it does look like the eyeballs). (via Noshing with the Nolands)

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Mummy Homemade Black Sesame Pop Tarts

These "buttery, flakey, nutty, and sweet" homemade Pop Tarts will be the perfect food to finish off your spooky feast with. (via Takes Two Eggs)

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This post has been updated with additional reporting by Grace Lee and Meredith Holser.

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This 'Gilmore Girls' Pilot Moment Told Us Luke And Lorelai Were Destined To Be Together

Not only is November 5, 2024 election day in the US (see Lauren Graham's awesome Voter selfie!), it's also a pretty special day in the Gilmore Girls universe: it's Luke and Lorelai's wedding anniversary! After almost a decade of will-they-won't-they (despite the fact they were totally in love with each other before then), the couple finally kisses at the end of season 4. But they don't tie the knot until Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life dropped on Netflix in 2016. Here's a look back at a couple of their best relationship moments — and the sly way the Gilmore Girls pilot told us they were endgame.

  • Luke and Lorelai got married November 5, 2016, meaning 2024 is their 8th wedding anniversary.
  • The couple shows interest in each other early on, but don't kiss until the end of season 4.
  • However, the Gilmore Girls pilot teases the couple was always endgame.

What episode did Luke and Lorelai get together?

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Luke and Lorelai share a kiss during the season 4 finale "Raincoats and Recipes," and it's even more special because it happens at the Dragonfly Inn! The episode finds all of Stars Hollow doing a test run before the inn's opening weekend, which Lorelai is trying to balance alongside her newfound single status. After having a very passionate discussion on the porch about their lack of communication (a classic Gilmore Girls issue), and that they want to be in a relationship with each other, Luke and Lorelai finally kiss. It's about time!

And Scott Patterson actually revealed he was super nervous to film that scene purely because of how long we had waited for it. "[I remember] how nervous we both were on that day and how the crew stuck around to check it out because everybody kind of knew it was this iconic moment," Scott Patterson says in an interview with EW. "The nervousness we were having as actors was, 'We don't want to screw this up'...We both realized this is exactly how we should feel. We should take this into the scene and we did and got the results."

Was Luke always in love with Lorelai?

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I do think Luke and Lorelai were definitely always into each other — even if they didn't realize it. On a thematic level, it's a huge deal that the Gilmore Girls pilot opens with Lorelai entering Luke's diner, and that their conversation is the first few lines of the show. The first moments of any pilot are some of the most important because they introduce us to the characters, and they need to establish their personalities, as well as what's important to them. Similar to how the 2005 Pride & Prejudice plays the same music while Lizzy is at the Bennett home and Mr. Darcy's Pemberley, GG creators Dan and Amy Sherman-Palladino are showing us that Luke's Diner (and being with Luke) is where Lorelai feels at home. Plus, Luke immediately knows Lor is lying when she says she hasn't had any coffee and to be known is to be loved!!

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We don't see Luke too many more times throughout the episode (he does somberly present them with burgers and fries while they discuss the show's first Friday Night Dinner), but how does the pilot end? At Luke's Diner, once again. And when Luke shows up to take their order in a button down, Lorelai is (uncharacteristically) speechless before they tell each other they look nice like two eighth graders showing up to a dance. I love idiots in love!

Do Luke and Lorelai get married?

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Yes! Luke and Lorelai get married on November 5, 2016. You can see it in the "Fall" episode of A Year in the Life, streaming on Netflix.

​Did Luke really love Lorelai?

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Yes, Luke really does love Lorelai — he just shows it differently than anyone else. Luke and Lorelai are friends throughout the entirety of Gilmore Girls, and he's the one person she can really count on. He's always willing to get into a debate with Taylor, but at his core, Luke's dependable and steadfast, which totally balances out Lorelai's fiery emotion.

And despite Luke's serious personality, Scott Patterson exclusively told Brit + Co he thinks Luke would get even more serious if his relationship with Lorelai hadn't worked out. "You know, [Sullivan's Crossing character Sully is like] if Luke hadn't ever met Lorelai or their relationship failed miserably and he shut down the diner, couldn't cope anymore, and he escaped to the woods in Canada and opened up a campground," he joked.

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Katharine McPhee (40) Celebrates Hubby David Foster's 75th Birthday

Just when you thought Sam and Aaron Taylor Johnson's age gap relationship made you clutch your pearls, Katharine McPhee and David Foster said, "Hold our drinks." Jokes aside, this couple doesn't care about their 35-year age gap. They've been romantically linked since 2018, and even welcomed a child together in 2021!

From their American Idol days to recently celebrating David Foster's birthday, here's a peek at our favorite moments from their relationship over the years!

A Quick Overview Of Katharine McPhee And David Foster's Relationship Timeline

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April 26, 2006: Katharine McPhee And David Foster Meet For The First Time

You may remember Katharine McPhee from her American Idol days, but David Foster also made an appearance on the show. PEOPLE reports he was a "guest mentor" during the season she competed. He coached her to sing one of my favorite Whitney Houston songs, "I Have Nothing" — but it's also worth mentioning David co-wrote it! This man really has had his hands in some incredible musical pots!

February 2, 2008: David Foster Helps Katharine McPhee Serenade Her Then-Husband At Their Wedding

When Katharine and her ex-husband Nick Cokas got married in 2008, David Foster helped set the tone while she sang. She performed "Unforgettable" by Natalie Cole and Nat King Cole while David brilliantly played the piano (via PEOPLE).

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November 30, 2017: Katharine McPhee And David Foster Show Public PDA

Almost 10 years later, Katharine and David were spotted giving each other a peck on the lips in California (via PEOPLE). They apparently had enjoyed a nice lunch together and stopped to share a little affection. But, they didn't confirm a romantic relationship until 2018.

May 7, 2018: The Couple Makes Things Red Carpet Official

Instead of verbally telling people what everyone already suspected, Katharine and David stood side-by-side on the Met Gala's red carpet. According to Entertainment Tonight, the couple were enjoying a "fun date night" at the famous event.

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July 2018: David Foster Proposes To Katharine McPhee

David asked for Katharine's hand in marriage during the summer of 2018. According to her, the proposal took place "at the top of this mountain in Anacapari. Totally dark, only stars." (via PEOPLE).

She even shared an up-close picture of her engagement ring on Instagram while sharing her love for her late dad, Daniel McPhee. "My ring was the last thing I showed my dad before he passed and makes me smile when I look at this as a reminder of our last conversation. And now I’m ready to share with all of you what has been my sunshine amongst this painful loss. My love wisely said to me the other day that “death is the only thing that is 100 percent inevitable and the thing we are least prepared for.” So today we’re celebrating life and not forgetting love. ❤️," she wrote in her caption.

September 9, 2018: Katharine McPhee And David Foster Hit The Stage During Celebrity Fight Night

Months later, Katharine and David joined Andrea Bocelli to perform "I Can't Help Falling In Love With You at the Celebrity Fight Night event (via PEOPLE). Apparently Andrea told Foster, "A few years ago I told you she was the one," before they responded. Of course David responded by saying, "You were right."

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June 28, 2019: Katharine McPhee And David Foster Get Married

PEOPLE reports the lovely couple got married in London in South Kensington at the Church of Saint Yeghiche. Over 100 guests attended the beautiful ceremony, including the designers of Katharine and David's wedding looks. Katharine wore a gown fit for a princess that was designed by Zac Posen while David looked handsome in a suit by Stefano Ricci.

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October 8, 2020: Katharine McPhee And David Foster Prepare For Baby No. 1

A year later, Katharine and David couldn't wait to share that they were about to become parents together. PEOPLE shared exclusive pictures of the couple out and about with Katharine's growing baby bump on full display. The mom-to-be looked super casual and cozy, something I wish for all pregnant moms!

February 21, 2021: Baby Rennie David Is Born

Baby Rennie David made his first debut in February 2021 to the couple's excitement. A source said he was "a beautiful baby boy," (via PEOPLE) and that everyone was "doing wonderfully."

Katharine later explained the meaning behind their son's name when she appeared on TODAY. "We had a couple names, but my husband was on a text chain with his sisters and one of his sisters suggested an old family name. It was his great-grandfather’s name, his great-uncle’s name, so it has a long history in his family. My husband said, ‘Hi, Ren Foster,’ and so we said, ‘That’s a good name. It’s a strong name,'" she said.

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November 3, 2024: Katharine McPhee And David Foster Celebrate His 75th Birthday

David's 75th birthday celebration was nothing short of extraordinary as it was a "star-studded concert," according to PEOPLE. Katharine told the outlet, "It's a big number. It's exciting," in terms of who would be performing. Names like Andrea Bocelli, Jennifer Hudson, and more were in attendance!

Though they know they're getting older, Katharine and David aren't up in arms about it. "It's like we sort of just accept life as it comes, and we're not fighting getting older, because it just keeps getting better."

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