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<\/p>\nSteve Martin welcomed his first child at 67. The multifaceted artist and his wife, Anne Stringfield, welcomed their daughter, Mary Martin, in December 2012 but kept the news of her birth a secret until a few months later.The actor publicly acknowledged his daughter in 2013 during the 86th Academy Awards. While accepting his award, Martin paid a heartfelt tribute to her and his wife.<\/p>\n
Martin found that starting a family later in life was a rewarding choice. In a 2017 interview, the comedian, 71 years old at the time, expressed that having a child at his age was a delightful experience, as he had already established his career and had enough time to raise his daughter. In fact, he said:<\/p>\n
\u201cI think if I\u2019d had a child earlier, I would have been a lousy father because I would have misplaced my attention on my career.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Steve\u2019s Comments on Responsible Fatherhood at His Age Ignites Diverse Fan Reactions
\nMartin\u2019s decision to begin a family at a later stage in life generated a range of responses from fans, prompting diverse opinions to be shared. Some fans opposed the comedian\u2019s views about being a responsible dad at his age.<\/p>\n
One fan commented, \u201cMost *irresponsible ever. Be Dean before 21.\u201d Someone else expressed that the comedian\u2019s decision to become a first-time dad at 67 was irresponsible.<\/p>\n
Another fan seemed concerned about Martin\u2019s age and expressed a sense of sadness that by the time Martin\u2019s daughter reaches her 20s, he would be in his late 80s or early 90s, which might limit his ability to get to know his daughter well. Someone else shared:<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is sad; that child will be without a father most of their life. Hopefully, he makes it to their HS graduation at least.\u201d<\/p>\n
As Martin faced criticism, some of his supporters came to his defense. One supporter acknowledged that while the actor might not be present at his daughter\u2019s wedding, a potential downside of late parenthood, he had still savored the joy of having a child.<\/p>\n
Another fan countered the negative remarks and questioned the concept of a fixed timeline for parenthood. The fan then emphasized that labeling Martin as \u201cold\u201d shouldn\u2019t overshadow his enjoyment of being a father.<\/p>\n
\nSteve Martin, 71, steps out with wife Anne, 44, and three-year-old daughter https:\/\/t.co\/hb0FzIrRyv<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/hv5AFHicQT<\/a><\/p>\n
— Daily Mail Celebrity (@DailyMailCeleb) November 28, 2016<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n