Julia Roberts has long been known not just for her acting chops, but for keeping her personal life low-key—especially when it comes to her kids. But recently, her 16-year-old daughter, Hazel Moder, made a rare and buzzworthy appearance on the red carpet, turning heads at the Cannes Film Festival.
Hazel wasn’t there for the spotlight. She showed up to support her dad, cinematographer Daniel Moder, whose work was featured in the film Flag Day, directed by Sean Penn. Even though she wasn’t involved in the movie, Hazel made quite the impression with her graceful and poised red carpet debut.
Wearing a pale yellow lace dress paired with classic black Mary Jane shoes, Hazel kept her look simple and stylish. With minimal makeup and her hair pulled back in a ponytail, her natural beauty—and her resemblance to both her famous parents—had people talking. Some saw Julia’s familiar smile and nose, while others noticed the strong features she shares with her dad.
Despite the attention, it’s still unclear if Hazel plans to step into the world of entertainment. Julia Roberts has always been firm about keeping her kids out of the Hollywood glare, choosing to raise them as privately as possible. She’s spoken openly about wanting them to have a normal upbringing, away from red carpets and cameras.
In past interviews, Roberts has talked about how her children are sometimes curious about her fame, especially since they didn’t grow up watching her movies. It’s a reminder of how much the world has changed—and how fame today looks very different from when Roberts was starting out. Still, her focus as a mom hasn’t wavered: to give her kids support, guidance, and a strong foundation as they grow up in a world where the spotlight is always just a click away.