Susan Sarandon Defies Endometriosis Prognosis, Becomes Mother Near Age 40

Susan Sarandon, a mother of three and grandmother of three, recently celebrated her 76th birthday.

Defying expectations, Sarandon embraced motherhood at 39 and later became a first-time grandmother at 68, wholeheartedly dedicating herself to her family. Celebrating her 76th birthday on October 4, Sarandon expressed her happiness about growing older and the importance of fully embracing life. The “Stepmom” actress, deeply grateful for her family, received warm congratulations from her loved ones on her special day.

Her son, Jack Henry Robbins, paid a heartfelt tribute to Sarandon, calling her the “Queen Bee” and lauding her courage, dedication, and nurturing spirit as a mother. Her daughter, Eva Amurri, shared photos on her Instagram stories, expressing her love for her mom.

Sarandon’s path to her current happiness has been one of resilience. She conceived her first child at 38 and faced criticism for her decision. Nevertheless, she embraced motherhood with open arms, demonstrating that age is merely a number.

Becoming Pregnant at 38 Amid Skepticism: After her divorce from Chris Sarandon, Susan faced additional challenges when diagnosed with endometriosis during the filming of “The Hunger,” with doctors warning her that she might never be able to have children. Despite being off birth control for years, she unexpectedly became pregnant at 38 while working on a film project in Italy.

Facing skepticism and concerns about her career, she chose to keep the baby, even though the father, Franco Amurri, was hesitant. Defying societal norms, she firmly told him, “I’ve decided that I’m gonna have this baby.” Their daughter, Eva, was born in 1985. Despite the eventual split with Amurri, Sarandon has never regretted her decision.

In 1988, Susan Sarandon met Tim Robbins, and together they welcomed two children, Jack and Miles, creating a blended family. Even after their separation in 2009, Sarandon’s dedication to her family never wavered.

**Thriving as a Grandmother**
Susan Sarandon’s commitment to family shines in her role as a grandmother. When her daughter Eva went into labor prematurely, Sarandon prioritized being at her side, foregoing a planned trip to the Burning Man festival.

As a grandmother, Sarandon has formed a close relationship with her daughter Eva, who praises her for modeling a balanced approach to motherhood. Sarandon has supported her children through various challenges, such as when Eva was going through a divorce while pregnant with her third child.

Despite the complexities of Eva and Kyle Martino’s separation, which coincided with the announcement of her pregnancy, Sarandon provided steadfast support, advocating for amicable co-parenting. Today, she embraces her role as a grandmother wholeheartedly, showering her three grandchildren, Marlowe, Major, and Mateo, with love and care.

Choosing the affectionate title “Honey” over the traditional “Grandma,” Susan Sarandon revels in being a source of wisdom for the younger generation, imparting the valuable lessons she has gathered from her unique life experiences.