Current:Home > MarketsSam Taylor -Ascend Finance Compass
Sam Taylor
View
Date:2025-04-21 03:34:21
Director Sam Taylor-Johnson and actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson made a family night out of the premiere of Aaron's new R-rated film, "Kraven The Hunter."
The Hollywood power couple stepped out in New York City Tuesday night with Sam's adult children for the premiere of the Sony film, which expands the studio's Spider-Man universe established in films like 2018's "Venom" and this year's "Madame Web." The couple, who have been dogged by commentary over their age gap for years (Sam is 57, and Aaron is 34), don't often step out in public with their children.
Angelica, 27, and Jessie Jopling, 18 – Sam's daughters with ex-husband Jay Jopling − joined for the occasion. The Taylor-Johnsons' younger daughters, 14-year-old Wylda and 12-year-old Romy, were not in attendance.
Speaking with E! News at the premiere, Aaron said "I have four daughters" but "due to the rating, I can only let the ones that are old enough to watch it."
"Kraven," the latest in Sony's Marvel universe which releases in theaters Friday, introduces Aaron Taylor-Johnson as the title Spider-Man antagonist, a big-game hunter from the comic books.
Need a break?Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.
The origin story centers on Kraven's upbringing under a ruthless crime lord dad (Russell Crowe) and journey to become the world's greatest hunter, with Ariana DeBose as voodoo priestess Calypso and Alessandro Nivola as villainous Rhino.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson has criticized 'intrusive' attention on 23-year age difference
The Taylor-Johnsons met on the set of "Nowhere Boy" in 2008 when Aaron, who was around 18 at the time, auditioned in front of then-42-year-old director Sam and eventually landed the role of John Lennon. He proposed a year later.
"We were very professional through the entire film," Sam told Harper's Bazaar in 2019. "But everyone on set knew. And as soon as we finished (filming), he told me he was going to marry me. We had never been on a date, or even kissed."
"And a year to the minute after we met, exactly one year to the minute, I got down on one knee and asked her to marry me," Aaron added.
Heading to the theater?15 must-see movies for the holidays, from 'Wicked' to 'Moana 2'
In 2010, the two welcomed their first child together, Wylda Rae. Two years later, they got married and had their second daughter, Romy.
Years later, the two returned to collaborating professionally by adapting the book "A Million Little Pieces" into a 2018 film. The couple co-wrote the screenplay; Sam directed, and Aaron starred in the lead role.
The Taylor-Johnsons have previously cited their age difference as a reason why they tend to keep their personal lives private.
"The attention was intrusive," Aaron Taylor-Johnson told New York Magazine in 2017 of the initial public reaction to their relationship. "But having to deal with that early in my career probably got me to a place where I can more quickly just go, 'Oh, (expletive) it' instead of wanting to rip someone's head off for asking questions I don't like."
Contributing: Brian Truitt and Jenna Ryu
Disclaimer: The copyright of this article belongs to the original author. Reposting this article is solely for the purpose of information dissemination and does not constitute any investment advice. If there is any infringement, please contact us immediately. We will make corrections or deletions as necessary. Thank you.
veryGood! (83374)
Related
- Off the Grid: Sally breaks down USA TODAY's daily crossword puzzle, Hi Hi!
- Florida State asks judge to rule on parts of suit against ACC, hoping for resolution without trial
- An emotional week for the Dolphins ends with Tua Tagovailoa concussed and his future unclear
- Tua Tagovailoa's latest concussion: What we know, what's next for Dolphins QB
- Apple iOS 18.2: What to know about top features, including Genmoji, AI updates
- Boar’s Head closing Virginia plant linked to deadly listeria outbreak
- Shohei Ohtani pitching in playoffs? Dodgers say odds for return 'not zero'
- These Iconic Emmys Fashion Moments Are a Lesson in Red Carpet Style
- 2 killed, 3 injured in shooting at makeshift club in Houston
- Tiger Woods undergoes another back surgery, says it 'went smothly'
Ranking
- Paula Abdul settles lawsuit with former 'So You Think You Can Dance' co
- Astronauts left behind by Starliner set for press conference from ISS: Timeline of space saga
- Go inside The Bookstore, where a vaudeville theater was turned into a book-lovers haven
- Oregon DMV mistakenly registered more than 300 non-citizens to vote since 2021
- Person accused of accosting Rep. Nancy Mace at Capitol pleads not guilty to assault charge
- Chad McQueen, 'The Karate Kid' actor and son of Steve McQueen, dies at 63
- Florida sued for using taxpayer money on website promoting GOP spin on abortion initiative
- Tyreek Hill's attorney says they'll fight tickets after Miami police pulled Hill over
Recommendation
What do we know about the mysterious drones reported flying over New Jersey?
Why Dave Coulier Respects Mary-Kate Olsen and Ashley Olsen’s Different Perspective on Full House
What to watch: Worst. Vacation. Ever.
Harry Styles Debuts Mullet Haircut In Rare Public Appearance During 2024 London Fashion Week
Megan Fox's ex Brian Austin Green tells Machine Gun Kelly to 'grow up'
Score Designer Michael Kors Crossbodies for Only $79 and Under From Their Outlet Sale & More Luxury Finds
Things to know about about the deadly wildfire that destroyed the Maui town of Lahaina
Surgeon general's warning: Parenting may be hazardous to your health