A Good Father in Round 2
In a recent interview, actress Calista Flockhart opened up about her husband, Harrison Ford, and his transformation as a father. Flockhart acknowledged that Ford had grown and matured over the years, becoming a good father to his children.
Reflecting on their relationship, Flockhart shared, “I think he was a really good father in a lot of ways, and maybe because he was on Round 2 or Round 3, so he had matured and grown up and, I think, evolved into being a good father.”
A Loving Stepfather
Flockhart, known for her role in the hit show Ally McBeal, also expressed her love and admiration for Ford’s children from previous relationships, referring to them as “my stepkids.”
Harrison Ford’s first “round” of children came from his marriage to Mary Marquardt, lasting from 1964 to 1979. They share two sons, Benjamin and Willard. His second marriage, to Melissa Mathison from 1983 to 2004, brought him a son named Malcolm and a daughter named Georgia. It was during this time that Ford and Mathison separated in 2000, ultimately leading him to meet Flockhart.
Completing his “Round 3” as a father, Ford adopted Flockhart’s son, whom she had originally adopted in 2001. Their son recently graduated from college, marking a milestone in their journey as a blended family.
The Struggles of a Hollywood Icon
Harrison Ford has never shied away from discussing the challenges he faced as a parent. In a 2023 interview with Esquire, Ford shared, “I can tell you this: If I’d been less successful, I’d probably be a better parent.”
Reflecting on his experiences, Ford explained to the Independent in 2010, “I’ve got five kids in total, so it’s not my first rodeo. Yeah, obviously I’m getting older but I don’t relate to it very much. It doesn’t interest me as something to dwell on.”
Despite his initial reservations, Ford acknowledged that his older children had taught him valuable lessons about parenting. As he said, “My first child was born when I was 25. I reckon I’m a little better at it now.”
At the time of meeting Flockhart, Ford was 60 years old, 22 years her senior. As he celebrated his 81st birthday in July, it is clear that his journey as a father continues to evolve and unfold.