Although we are accustomed to seeing single moms parenting their children, we are nonetheless taken aback when we learn that single males are also doing it. Whatever the motivation, an increasing number of famous men are choosing to raise their children alone. 

Charles III

Charles III is probably the most well-known single father in the world. Prince William and Prince Harry were raised by Charles after the death of Princess Diana, his ex-wife and the mother of his children, in a car accident in August 1997.

Looking back on those times, the kids could see why their father stood by them and did everything he could to make sure they were both taken care of and protected.

@Prince William, Prince Harry & The Prince of Wales interview with Ant and Dec/Prince's Trust/YouTube.com

Liam Neeson

Since 2009, the British actor who played the title character in Schindler's List has been a single father. Liam Neeson raised his two boys, Michael and Daniel, alone after his wife Natasha Richardson died in a skiing accident.

During the challenging time when he was balancing his job and having children, Bono of U2 and the family of Liam's wife were incredibly encouraging and helpful for his family.

@Liam Neeson & Micheál Richardson Have An Adorable Star Wars Story | The Graham Norton Show/The Graham Norton Show /YouTube.com

Lenny Kravitz

Lenny Kravitz's daughter is 34 years old, which may or may not be true. When they are together, they appear more like friends than father and daughter and collaborate on a few projects. Lenny is really proud of Zoe as a person, not just as a successful lady, especially in light of the fact that neither he nor her mother, Lisa Bonet, offered any assistance.

Zoe was always very close to Lenny, who raised her alone after divorcing her mother, and is now a well-known model and actress. When Zoe was 11 years old, her parents decided to share custody, and she relocated to New York. She shared a home with Lenny and was undoubtedly his main lady along with Vanessa Paradis, Adriana Lima, and Nicole Kidman.

@Lenny Kravitz Is 'Very Excited' to See Daughter Zoe Play Catwoman (Exclusive)/Entertainment Tonight/ YouTube.com

Sean Combs

Who do you think is the ultimate single father, having at least five kids with several mothers? Sean Combs, nicknamed P. Diddy. With Misa Hylton-Brim, his high school love, he has a biological son named Justin.

Christian, Quincy (for whom P. Diddy is a stepfather), and the twins Jessie and D'Lila are all children of Kim Porter. 2007 saw her break up with him. He also has a daughter named Chance from a previous relationship with Sarah Chapman.

@Sean ‘Puff Daddy’ Combs' Opens Up About Life At Home With Six Kids, Fatherhood | PEN | People/People/ YouTube.com

Cristiano Ronaldo

One of the most sought-after guys in the globe, Ronaldo is coveted by both soccer teams and women. He also became a single parent in 2011. Ronaldo has sole custody, and information regarding Cristiano Jr.'s mother is kept a secret. To his child, but not to the rest of the world, he vowed to expose the mother's name.

Eva and Mateo, twins, were born in 2017 via a surrogate mother. The Portuguese football player is currently linked to Spanish model Georgina Rodriguez, with whom they share a daughter named Alana Martina.

Cristopher Brian Bridges

This father of four, also known as the rapper Ludacris, does a fantastic job and takes everything in stride. Very private Shaila, Karma, Cai Bella, and Cadence are his four kids.

Even though he is a contentious spouse, he is incredibly committed to and will make the most of the time he has with his kids. He is now just another devoted celebrity father.

@Ludacris Family (Wife, Kids, Siblings, Parents)/The Skeleton/YouTube.com

Larry Birkhead

Anna Nicole Smith's ex-husband Larry Birkhead entered the list of well-known single fathers in 2007. He is Dannielynn's biological father, according to a DNA test, whose anonymity is now strictly protected.

She may become a billionaire someday, but for the time being, she lives a regular life. The youngster learns very little about Anna Nicole, whom she considers to be a very lovely woman.

@Anna Nicole Smith's Daughter Dannielynn Gets EPIC 16th Birthday SURPRISE! (Exclusive)/Entertainment Tonight/YouTube.com

Jack Osbourne

Jack discovered after the divorce that raising three girls alone is not an easy undertaking. He was saddened when he received his MS diagnosis, but he now believes that the divorce has improved him as a father.

Being a single father, especially with three little children who are close in age to one another, is somewhat difficult but also incredibly gratifying. Hopefully things will get better, but with these tiny dolls, it never feels like a burden.

@Jack Osbourne Wife, Kids, Siblings, Parents (Family Members)/The Skeleton/YouTube.com

Alex Rodriguez

The well-known American baseball star is a happy single parent of two girls, aged 18 and 15. His teenage daughters clearly appreciate their American hero father since he spends so much time with them.

Being a parent, in Alex's view, is a tremendous responsibility but one he will always value. He is a really loving parent, and you can never go too far with that.

@WHEN WILL YOU ALLOW YOUR KIDS TO DATE? | Q&A WITH MY DAUGHTERS/Alex Rodriguez/ YouTube.com

Kevin Hart

Three children—two of whom are teenagers—and a little kid named Kenzo—all belong to this actor. Kevin is a devoted father to his kids, and he and his wife share custody of them.

Even in his second marriage to Eniko Parish, his new wife, Kevin utilized his son Hendrix as his best man. But according to the actor and stand-up comedian, he was there for his kids anytime they needed him.

@Kevin Hart's Kids Cute Moments "Heaven, Hendrix, Kenzo and Kaori" - 2021/CELEBRITY STARS/YouTube.com

Chris Brown

This American musician is the father of two kids, a son named Aeko Catori and a daughter named Royalty. 

Although there have been some unfavorable stories, a spokeswoman claimed that Chris is taking excellent care of his kids. Chris enjoys an excellent relationship with his daughter, who inspired him to name his 2015 album in her honor.

@Chris Brown Shared Rare Snaps Hugging His 3 kids ‘Royalty, Lovely & Aeko Catori’/CELEBRITY STARS/ YouTube.com

Skeet Ulrich

Skeet Ulrich had to put his career on hold in order to raise his twins. Even though they are all adults now, he remains close to both Jakob, his son, and Naiia, his girl.

It seems that the entire story served to enhance the sweetness of Riverdale's success.

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Norman Reedus

Star Norman Reedus spent several years raising the child he shares with supermodel Helena Christensen. The boy, Mingus, turned 23 years old in 2018, and his stepmother, Diane Kruger, gave him a younger sibling. The actress admitted that she has gained parenting knowledge from Reedus' life experiences.

Mingus and his father spend much of their time in Los Angeles. Reedus acknowledged in an interview that he finds it scary to go to a parent-teacher reunion alone in a room full of moms.

@Who Is Mingus Reedus, Son Of Norman Reedus ( The Walking Dead Actor ) And Helena Christensen ?/Stars Lifestyles/YouTube.com

Mark Anthony

Being a good parent is very important to Mark Anthony. When Emme and Max, his two children with Jennifer Lopez, were young, he hoped he could remain at home and watch everything they did.

He now even takes family vacations with them along to make up for the regret of working too hard early in their lives.

@Marc Anthony's Kids ★ Ariana, Chase, Ryan, Cristian, Max and Emme (VIDEO) - 2021/CELEBRITY STARS/YouTube.com

Andy Cohen

In June 2019, Andy Cohen became a father through surrogate after years of careful consideration, countless prayers, and with the help of science. The good news was announced six months in advance.

He had already announced his plan to raise the child alone four months before to the tragedy. He continued by saying that he prefers to be by himself and not wait for anybody. Andy expressed his love for group activities, but only with very select individuals.

@Andy Cohen's Son Melts Hearts At Walk Of Fame Ceremony/ET Canada/YouTube.com

Idris Elba

Idris Elba raised his daughter Isan alone after he and Dormowa Sherman got divorced. His child with Naiyana Garth was born in 2014. Idris wants to be a great parent, thus he is always there for his kids.

Knowing that children do not raise themselves, he is trying his best to mentor and assist them. Even if being a father is challenging for someone with a great acting profession, Idris views it as an important component of life.

@Idris Elba Family & Biography/25list Tk/YouTube.com

Josh Duhamel

What could be better than trying your best to prevent ruining a child's entire life if you might not be a decent parent? Josh Duhamel made the exact same decision.

According to what he said to Ellen Degeneres on one of her episodes, he says this is his one major guideline for parenting his kid Axl.

@X17 EXCLUSIVE: Most Adorable Father-Son Duo, Josh Duhamel And Axl Grab Breakfast/X17onlineVideo/YouTube.com

George Lucas

George Lucas, the creator of Star Wars, raised his three adoptive children alone for many years. Did you know that each of them appeared in a few scenes of the well-known film? Marcia and Lucas were divorced, and Lucas adopted Amanda. Later, adoption was also made for Katie and Jett.

He views single moms to be true heroes and believes that raising children is more important than Star Wars, according to a 1999 interview with the New York Times. Lucas and his current spouse, Mellody Hobson, have a second daughter.

@George Lucas Wife and Kids/The Skeleton/YouTube.com

Scott Disick

Scott Disick and Kourtney Kardashian have a sizable following thanks to Keeping Up with the Kardashians. Unfortunately, despite all the difficulties that life throws at families, the pair was unable to handle them all.

Nobody can dispute Scott's status as one of the world's greatest fathers despite their separation, especially because not many amazing dads fly their kids across the globe for pleasure.

@Scott Disick's HEARTFELT Dad Moments on KUWTK | E!/Keeping Up With The Kardashians /YouTube.com

Jamie Foxx

Jamie Foxx often favors preserving his children's privacy. He neither wed the Air Force veteran mother of his children nor publicly acknowledged their connection. His two daughters are Corinne Foxx and Annalise Bishop.

Nobody would anticipate him to have a 29-year-old daughter given his incredible appearance, but Corrinne is an accomplished woman in her own right. She works as a model and was crowned Miss Golden Globe in 2015.

@Jamie Foxx and His Daughters Have ADORABLE Date Night | SAG Awards 2020/Entertainment Tonight/YouTube.com

Channing Tatum

In Channing's own words, the greatest dread of fatherhood and being a single parent is having to educate your child how to deal with fear. Recently, the Magic Mike actor taught his daughter how to box so she could protect herself.

Being a single father, in his opinion, is rather frightening, and he never imagined that it would occur to him. The key priority is to keep Everly secure and to ensure that she always feels safe.

@Channing Tatum Shares First Photo Of Daughter's Face/Access Hollywood/YouTube.com

Chris Martin

Chris Martin, a British singer and composer, was wed to Gwyneth Paltrow until their divorce was finalized in 2016. Chris is currently the only parent to Apple and Moses, two small children.

Chris Martin is highly involved in his kids' life and makes every effort to spend as much time as possible with them, especially on important occasions. His kids like spending time with him, and Chris frequently mentions his two kids, of whom he is obviously extremely pleased.

@Kelly Clarkson's Son Interrupts Chris Martin For Potty Break|Season 3 Fan-Favorite Moment/The Kelly Clarkson Show/YouTube.com

Arnold Schwarzenegger

This bodybuilder, politician, and actor father is incredibly involved with and supportive of all of his kids. He will always be present for the kids and take them to activities like the gym.

Even if he wasn't always a nice husband, The Terminator is a good parent and will always be there for his children. Arnold and Maria are parents of four kids, all of whom adore their political father.

@Patrick Schwarzenegger Admits Dad Arnold Says 'I'll Be Back' A Bit Too Often/The Kelly Clarkson Show/YouTube.com

Michael Jackson

Popular American singer and dancer Michael Jackson raised Paris and Prince as a single parent for a number of years. In 1999, The King of Pop and Deborah Jeanne Rowe divorced. She spent a lot of time as both his wife and his buddy.

Michael was granted exclusive custody of the children. His daughter Paris stunned everyone in 2009 when she remarked that their father had been the best parent anybody could ask for.

@LoptThor/reddit.com

Shaquille O’Neal

One of the greatest basketball players of all time, who has received several accolades, felt that performance wasn't the finest. The National Father's Day Council's Best Father of the Year Award was his greatest honor to date.

It was the most prestigious prize Shaquille had ever won in his whole career, to use his own words. That came when he made the decision to treat his five children more kindly than his father had treated him.

@Inside Shaquille O'Neal Family [Wife, Kids, Parents]/NBA Lifestyle/YouTube.com 

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This rapper was born in 1972 in Chicago. He goes by the name Common and is a single father. Although he is the father of a girl who is now 27 years old, their connection was rather tense.

While he was on the road a lot for his music, Common made a lot of effort to be around her and spend time with her. Right now, their connection is healthy.

@My Daughter, My Teacher (Show Me That You Love BTS Documentary)/Common/YouTube.com

Ryan Phillippe

Cruel Intentions actor Ryan Philippe was married to Reese Witherspoon for two years before their union dissolved in 2007. They gracefully divide up Deacon and Ava's care. Ryan acknowledges that he constantly picks up new skills from his children and that they shouldn't be raised to be privileged Hollywood brats.

Instead of spending time simply thinking about himself, this helps him stay in balance. He frequently attends athletic activities with the lovely kids.

@Reese Witherspoon & Ex Ryan Phillippe REUNITE For Son Deacon | E! News/E! News/YouTube.com

Nelly

Nelly is another unacknowledged single parent. He is the legal guardian of Sean Thomas and Sydney, his nephew and niece, who are the offspring of his sister and the biological father of Cornell and Chanel. Nelly, who has a reputation as a strong guy, breaks down in front of his kids.

After receiving some hurtful remarks, he openly defended his children on Instagram. The big-hearted rapper sends every year two underprivileged kids to college because he believes that education is crucial to making a difference.

@NELLYVILLE is coming to BET 11/25!/BETNetworks/YouTube.com

Antonio Banderas

Melanie Griffith and Antonio Banderas divorced in 2014. Following their divorce, Antonio reared Stella del Carmen alone. Dakota and Alexander are Melanie's other two kids. Despite the fact that Antonio is not their biological father, he and these two get along quite well.

He claimed in one of his interviews that fatherhood is really difficult for performers. They miss important events in their children's life since they are gone from the family so much of the time.

@Antonio Banderas presume de Stella del Carmen | Diez Minutos/Revista Diez Minutos/YouTube.com

Ricky Martin

No one forced singer Ricky Martin to want to be a single parent, but he adopted Matteo and Valentino, who are identical twins. The family expanded once she was married to Jwan Yosef. His elder brothers adored his daughter Lucia right away. All of the children were born via surrogate moms.

In multiple interviews, Ricky acknowledged that he is relieved to no longer be a single parent and that he worries that today's youngsters have too much independence.

Al Pacino

Al Pacino has three kids even though he has never been married. Jan Tarrant, his acting instructor, gave him Julie Marie, while actress Beverly D'Angelo gave him Olivia Rose and Anton James. He and the previous parent split custody and planned their schedules so that they could spend a lot of time together.

Julie Marie is a brilliant screenwriter, director, and producer. Al expressed in 2015 to The Guardian and Vanity Fair his desire to be a good parent who was involved in his children's life, even if it meant missing out on business.

@Legendary Hollywood Actor Al Pacino With His Children | Parents, Wife, Sisters, All Family Members/Celebs Family English/YouTube.com

Nicolas Cage

In 1990, shortly after Christina Fulton gave birth to Weston, Nicholas Cage ended their relationship. He had to give his ex-girlfriend, whom he never married, a house in order to raise his child alone. He raised Weston alone in Los Angeles for a spell as their relationship continued to be tense.

Nicholas found this experience as a single parent to be helpful since in 2009, he agreed to play a single father in the film Knowing. It seems that perseverance is the key to lone guys parenting children.

@Nicolas Cage's Family photos with his wives and sons | BIG FISH/John Dread/YouTube.com

Dwyane Wade

Dwyane Wade had two kids after marrying his high school girlfriend. Wade became the kids' only parent after the couple got divorced and he was granted custody of them.

Wade stated in 2011 for Newsweek that he wants his children to have the best relationship possible with their mother, Siohvaughn Funches. Wade wed Gabrielle Union, an actress, in his second marriage. Two more children were soon added to their household.

@Meet Dwyane Wade's Transgender Daughter, Zaya/Nicki Swift

Seal

Seal and Heidi Klum's incredible relationship tragically came to an end in 2014. Seal took in Leni, Heidi's child, whom she had with Flavio Briatore, in 2009. Lou, Johan, and Henry were the three kids Seal had with Heidi between the years of 2005 and 2009.

The couple still periodically appears with their four adorable children since they both believe that their children come first and that their differences are less important than their kids. These types of superstars obviously require the most amount of aid from both assistants and nannies to manage scheduling family time and to keep a regular schedule.

@Love Story With A Sad Ending. Heidi Klum & Seal. See Their Four Kids!/WOW/YouTube.com

Tom Cruise

Tom Cruise adopted Isabella Jane (1992) and Connor Antony (1995) while he was married to Nicole Kidman. But Nicole wasn't referred to as "mom" by the kids. Tom had to understand what it meant to be a single father after his divorce in 2001.

He did, however, receive assistance from his two sisters who taught the children at home. His third wife was Katie Holmes. Tom became a single parent for young Suri after their divorce in 2012, even though he doesn't see her as frequently.

@Inside Tom Cruise's Son Connor's Life Today/Nicki Swift/YouTube.com

Taye Diggs

The parents of Walker Nathaniel are Taye Diggs and Idina Menzel. Taye started raising his son alone in 2014 when his marriage failed. As you can expect, this made dating a bit more challenging. His little son showed signs of being rather protective of him.

Walker bluntly expressed his desire for his father to spend out with him alone and not have any girlfriends in the cutest possible manner. Taye is currently physically off the market, therefore she is unable to date.

@Taye Diggs’ Son Is Not Here For His Parents’ Singing!/The Real Daytime/YouTube.com

Pierce Brosnan

Pierce Brosnan had no intention of getting married again after losing his beloved wife Cassandra, but fate had other ideas. The second wife of journalist Keely Shaye Smith, she gave birth to his two younger children, Paris and Dylan.

He already has a biological son named Sean and two adoptive children named Chris and Charlotte from his former marriage. The three children were reared by him alone, demonstrating what a great parent James Bond is. His children are all grown up now, and he has two grandchildren.

@Pierce Brosnan with Sons Sean, Dylan & Paris // "No Escape" Los Angeles Premiere Red Carpet/MaximoTV/YouTube.com

Orlando Bloom

Orlando Bloom divorced Miranda Kerr after playing this character in the 2013 drama, but the Australian supermodel had given birth to their son Flynn before they got married. Orlando took his responsibility as a single, loving parent extremely seriously.

The British actor and Flynn can be seen walking together with pride, cuddling on the couch, or attending big luncheons.

@Orlando Bloom And Son Flynn Enjoy Guys Night Out At The Lakers Game/X17onlineVideo/YouTube.com

Usher

After Usher and Tameka Foster divorced in 2009, there was a three-year public custody dispute. None of the kids had reached the age of 10 at the time. Finally, complete custody of the musical icon was granted.

Usher "Cinco" Raymond V and Naviyd Ely Raymond resemble young copies of their proud father, who routinely tweets pictures of the children.

@Usher's 2 Sons With Tameka Foster Are All Gorwn Up, Look What They Are Doing Now!/World OF Stars/YouTube.com

Brad Pitt

All of you are familiar with Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's love story, but perhaps not all of you are aware of all the specifics of their union. For instance, Brad assisted the surgeon who performed the cesarean section on his twins, Knox Leon and Vivienne Marcheline, in addition to seeing their delivery.

Of course, despite the emotions of really taking part in the delivery of his own children, he had to remain composed and resolute for this.

Colin Farrell

It appears that Colin Farrell's distinction as the "Hottest Single Celebrity Dad," which he earned in 2009, has something to do with his devotion to and affection for his two sons. Henry, 13, and James, 19, both have separate moms. 

Colin did not spend much time with any of his wives, despite the fact that he is a true magnet for women. Instead, he is wholly committed to giving his children the finest life imaginable.

@Oscars 2023: Colin Farrell’s Son Henry Says He’s a NICE Dad (Exclusive)/extratv/YouTube.com

Rick Moranis

Rick Moranis, a well-known actor in the 1980s, abruptly vanished from the public eye. After a catastrophe, the Ghostbusters actor took full-time custody of his two children alone.

His decision to stop performing would not have been as intriguing if he had not been well-known and at the height of his career, as fathers who remain at home with their children are more prevalent among non-celebrities.

@Rick Moranis Family Video With Wife Anne Moranis/Agent Of Star/YouTube.com

Cary Grant

Cary Grant is not like other actors who do well in films but poorly in their personal lives. His daughter thinks he is more effective as a father than an actor. Following his divorce from wife Dyan Cannon in 1968, Cary tried his best to raise Jennifer in the same manner as a child without renowned parents.

She claimed in an interview from 2011 that her beloved father was far more pleasant, joyful, delicate, and soft than the roles he performed in movies.

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Johnny Depp

Vanessa Paradis and Johnny Depp never wed, and their long-lasting, committed relationship came to an end in 2012. Their small children Jack and Lily-Rose were still living with them at the time. Jack was ten years old, and Lily-Rose was just entering her teenage years. Despite having a hard job, Johnny has shown to be a wonderful, devoted, and attentive parent.

For all the kids in the hospital, Johnny brought to life the well-known figure of Jack Sparrow as a token of gratitude to the medical professionals who saved his little daughter in 2007.

@Is Lily-Rose A Happy Daughter Of Her Star Dad Johnny Depp? | Rumour Juice/Rumour Juice/YouTube.com

Dean Cain

As some may anticipate, Superman still exists in the actual world since being a single father occasionally necessitates Superman's abilities. Dean Cain and Samantha Torres concluded their nasty divorce in 2011 and Dean Cain was awarded custody of Christopher as a result of their differences over how to raise a kid.

Later, things with his ex-girlfriend became so much better that Christopher was able to see his mother anytime he wanted. Samantha Torres' younger children now refer to Dean as "uncle" in truth.

@Sad News, Dean Cain Shares Heartbreaking Message About His 21-Year-Old Son Christopher../Nene Star News/YouTube.com

Louis Tomlinson

One Direction included Louis Tomlinson among their ranks. The British singer and stylist Briana Jungwirth were romantically together for a brief time. Freddie, their son, was born in 2016. They split up only a few months later, and Louis became yet another single father.

Concerning the child's joint custody, the parents battled. While Briana frequently shares pictures of their child on social media, Louis wishes his son had more privacy.

@Yikes! Louis Tomlinson and Briana Jungwirth's Icy Exchange/Hollywood Pipeline/YouTube.com

Lucky Blue Smith

Lucky Blue Smith's modeling career peaked when he was 19 years old. He fathered a child at the same age. Former Miss Teen USA Stormi Bree was the delighted mother. Sadly, they did not maintain their romance. 

Nevertheless, Lucky Blue keeps posting images and videos of their young daughter, Gravity. He does this to demonstrate that he always prioritizes his child.

@Lucky Blue Smith and his daughter Gravity | Instagram | 3 September, 2018/Lucky Blue Smith & Pyper America/YouTube.com

Carlos Ponce

Actor and musician from Puerto Rico is named Carlos Ponce. His first union was to Veronica Rubio, a friend from high school. They have four kids together. Carlos was actively interested in his children's activities as a father.

He used to attend his children's school meetings when they were little since he did not see this as primarily a mother's responsibility. However, he was frequently the lone father present at those events that the school had planned. 2010 saw the couple's separation.

@Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Carlos Ponce/Universal Orlando Resort/YouTube.com

James Marsden

Actor James Marsden is another contender for the title of sexiest single parent of the year. He separated from Mary Elizabeth (Lisa) Linde in 2011. Mary James and Jack Holden are their two combined offspring. William Luca, his second kid, was born to him and his ex-girlfriend and model Rose Costa.

@James Marsden & his son show up dapper at the 2017 SAG Awards - Daily Mail/Daily Mail/YouTube.com

David Arquette

Courtney Cox and David Arquette remained close friends even after their divorce. This is usually useful when there are children present, and in this case, there was a daughter named Coco. The couple parted up amicably in 2010. Two years after the formal divorce, the parents shared custody and continued to communicate while spending time together for Coco's benefit.
It appears that Courtney always has a few "friends" that can support David in his role as a single father. David and Christina McLarty, his new fiancée, have another child.

@David Arquette’s Daughter Is Getting Ready for College/LiveKellyandMark/YouTube.com