In the wake of Father’s Day, Life & Style saw fit to pay tribute to the most underappreciated of roles: the famous father. Herewith is a list of those the publication considered worth recognizing (a write-in campaign for Kevin Federline is underway):
Brad Pitt, the new dad – How many men go from no kids to three in one year? While holding on to his boyish charm?
Chris Martin, rocker dad – Married to Gwyneth Paltrow and father to two-year-old Apple and two-month-old Moses, this musician tastefully juggles life at home and on the road.
Matthew Broderick, city dad – Hitched to former Sex & the City star, Sarah Jessica Parker, and a constant fixture on Broadway for years, Broderick shows three-year old James around NYC regularly.
Will Smith, funny dad – He wrote a song about one of his children and is always seen smiling brightly next to wife, Jada Pinkett. Five-year old daughter, Willow, will appear on screen with Smith shortly.
David Arquette, wacky dad – He frightens us sometimes, too, but Courtney Cox-Arquette doesn’t seem to mind his antics; not does little Coco Riley.
Ryan Phillippe, Mr. Mom – Just try to track down this actor without daughter, Ava, and son, Deacon, by his side. And that gorgeous woman next to him is Oscar-winning wife, Reese Witherspoon.
Guy Richie, spiritual dad – His wife is a busy woman, leaving Guy often in charge of stepdaughter, 9-year-old Lourdes, and son, 5-year-old Rocco.
Heath Ledger, hipster dad – The ultimate bohemian, Heath has taken time off to remain close to seven-month old daughter, Matilda Rose. He also dote on fiance, Michelle Williams.
Ben Affleck, working dad – While shooting his directorial debut in Boston, Ben keeps wife Jennifer Garner, and newborn daughter, Violet Anne, close at all times.