Jason Bateman Faces Criticism for Pressing Charli XCX on Motherhood
A Conversation Gone Awry
During a recent episode of the SmartLess podcast, Jason Bateman found himself in an unexpected situation when Charli XCX joined as a guest. The Grammy-winning artist was promoting her new project, The Moment from A24, and the conversation took an unusual turn when the topic of children came up. What started as a casual discussion quickly turned awkward, leaving fans and social media users questioning why Bateman was asking such strange questions.
The Question That Sparked Controversy
Bateman asked Charli, “Would you love to have more than one kid or would you like to have a kid that has the same experience as you, the only child, and then you get to nurture and protect?” At first glance, it might seem like a harmless question, but it carried a lot of weight. Bateman is married with two children, and he had previously shared how his wife, Amanda Anka, didn’t want kids when they first started dating. This led him to offer what he thought was helpful advice.
However, this line of questioning could have been better handled. Charli XCX responded by saying, “I actually don’t really want to have kids.” This immediately put the conversation on a different track, and Sean Hayes, another host on the show, tried to backtrack by saying, “You don’t? Wait, why? I know that’s none of my business…”
The Tension Rises
Hayes continued to try and lighten the mood, sharing his own thoughts on parenthood. He admitted, “I want to want to have kids. I’ve said it a million times, but I’d rather regret not having kids than have them and regret it later. You never know what you’re going to get.” While this statement may be valid for some, it wasn’t the best way to approach a conversation with someone who had just expressed their personal stance on children.
Charli XCX handled the situation with grace, explaining that her feelings about having children could change. She said, “That could change. I love the fantasy of having a child like naming it — it sounds so fun — but I’m like, that is exactly assigned to me as to why I should not have one, the fact that [naming it] feels like the coolest part about it.”
The Situation Gets Worse
As the conversation continued, Bateman interjected with a comment about his marriage. He mentioned, “I mean I guess I’m backing into giving myself a half-assed compliment here, but my wife did not want to have kids, so the story goes.” This statement added another layer of awkwardness to the discussion.
Charli XCX responded with, “Well, I am married.” Bateman, ever the joker, replied, “I got to read a newspaper one of these days.” He then joked, “Your next husband, you’re gonna want kids.” These remarks were met with mixed reactions on social media, with many people expressing discomfort at the way Bateman approached the topic.
Lessons Learned
This incident highlights the importance of being sensitive when discussing personal topics, especially with people you don’t know well. While Bateman may have intended to be lighthearted, the way he phrased his questions and comments came across as intrusive and unthoughtful.
It also serves as a reminder that not everyone wants to have children, and it’s important to respect individual choices without judgment. Social media reactions showed that many people felt uncomfortable with the direction the conversation took, emphasizing the need for more thoughtful and considerate dialogue.
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