Amy Adams Says Her Daughter Aviana, 14, Has 'No Interest’ in Pursuing an Acting Career

Mar. 15, 2025

Darren Le Gallo, Aviana Le Gallo, and Amy Adams.Photo:Monica Schipper/Getty

Monica Schipper/Getty

Amy Adams' daughter has no plans of following in her mom’s footsteps.As a guest on the Friday, Dec. 6 episode ofLive with Kelly and Mark, the actress, 50, opened up about her life as a mom to daughter Aviana, 14, whom she shares with her husband,Darren Le Gallo. During their conversation, Adams shared she’s “not sure” if the teen will pursue a career in acting.“If it feeds her soul and she loves it, I’m here for it,” the proud mom says. “But so far, she has no interest.“Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.Darren Le Gallo, Aviana Le Gallo, and Amy Adams.Emma McIntyre/Getty ImagesAdams took a trip to New York City to attend the talk show, and while she “usually” brings Aviana with her to the Big Apple, “she’s not here this time,” the mom of one says, joking, “she’s very sour about it.““No, she’s a good sport but she loves New York, it’s her favorite city, so she never misses an opportunity to come,” she adds.Adams says Aviana travels with her “very often,” but “it’s a little harder now that she’s in high school.““I don’t want to take her out of school. She needs to stay in school,” Adams explains.The PEOPLE Puzzler crossword is here! How quickly can you solve it? Play now!Darren Le Gallo, Aviana Le Gallo, and Amy Adams.ALERIE MACON/AFP via GettyDuring theToronto International Film Festival’s TIFF Tribute Awards on Sept. 8, Adams became emotional on stage while accepting the Performer Award, particularly whenacknowledging her teen daughter.Calling Le Gallo, her “rock,” Adams grew tearful addressing Aviana, who accompanied herto the premiere ofNightbitchthe evening prior.“To my daughter Aviana, who this is the first time — sorry,” Adams paused, fighting back tears. “This is the first time that she’s gotten to be an event like this with me. And so I get to tell her in front of you all how much I’m grateful for making me not only a better mother, but a better person. Every day you challenge me.”

Amy Adams' daughter has no plans of following in her mom’s footsteps.

As a guest on the Friday, Dec. 6 episode ofLive with Kelly and Mark, the actress, 50, opened up about her life as a mom to daughter Aviana, 14, whom she shares with her husband,Darren Le Gallo. During their conversation, Adams shared she’s “not sure” if the teen will pursue a career in acting.

“If it feeds her soul and she loves it, I’m here for it,” the proud mom says. “But so far, she has no interest.”

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Darren Le Gallo, Aviana Le Gallo, and Amy Adams.Emma McIntyre/Getty Images

Emma McIntyre/Getty Images

Adams took a trip to New York City to attend the talk show, and while she “usually” brings Aviana with her to the Big Apple, “she’s not here this time,” the mom of one says, joking, “she’s very sour about it.”

“No, she’s a good sport but she loves New York, it’s her favorite city, so she never misses an opportunity to come,” she adds.

Adams says Aviana travels with her “very often,” but “it’s a little harder now that she’s in high school.”

“I don’t want to take her out of school. She needs to stay in school,” Adams explains.

The PEOPLE Puzzler crossword is here! How quickly can you solve it? Play now!

Darren Le Gallo, Aviana Le Gallo, and Amy Adams.ALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty

ALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty

During theToronto International Film Festival’s TIFF Tribute Awards on Sept. 8, Adams became emotional on stage while accepting the Performer Award, particularly whenacknowledging her teen daughter.

Calling Le Gallo, her “rock,” Adams grew tearful addressing Aviana, who accompanied herto the premiere ofNightbitchthe evening prior.

“To my daughter Aviana, who this is the first time — sorry,” Adams paused, fighting back tears. “This is the first time that she’s gotten to be an event like this with me. And so I get to tell her in front of you all how much I’m grateful for making me not only a better mother, but a better person. Every day you challenge me.”

source: people.com