Evan Ross Celebrates First Father’s Day with Ziggy Jagger and Bronx
Actor shares the joys of fatherhood in a heartfelt Instagram post filled with family love.
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A Day Dedicated To Dad
Evan Ross kicked off Father’s Day this year in the most heartfelt way: by celebrating himself. On June 18, the actor-singer posted two warm snapshots on Instagram featuring his daughter Ziggy Jagger cradled in his arms in one image and a joyful moment with his older son, Bronx, in the other. The 35-year-old star wrote, “Happy Father’s Day to me. Nothing in this world could compare to how it feels to be your Father. I love you Ziggy Jagger & Bronx.” Within minutes, the father of two received an outpouring of support from fans and fellow celebrities alike.
Heartfelt Instagram Tribute
In the first photograph, Ross gazes down at newborn Ziggy Jagger, her tiny hand gently resting on his chest. The second shot captures Bronx beaming up at his dad, arms wrapped around Ross’s waist in a spontaneous hug. The simplicity of the moment—a dad, his children, and an honest declaration of love—struck a chord online. Comments poured in: “This is the sweetest post ever,” wrote one follower, while another added, “Watching you with your kids melts my heart.”
Fans And Fellow Stars Respond
Celebrities who have worked with Ross also chimed in. Actress Jurnee Smollett commented with red-heart emojis, and musician John Legend replied, “Family first, always.” Many fans echoed the sentiment that Ross’s genuine post set a positive tone for the day, applauding him for sharing unfiltered moments amid the usual highlights and premieres.
Throwback To A Tropic Escape
Ross and his wife, Ashlee Simpson Ross, have long prioritized quality family time. In March, they gifted followers a peek at a luxury retreat in Turks & Caicos. “Had the best time in Turks & Caicos earlier this year with my entire family. Thank you @airbnb for treating us to this amazing chef service on the beach,” Ross wrote alongside photos of alfresco seafood dinners and backyard-style beach games. In several frames, the couple and their boys—Bronx in swim trunks and Ashlee in a pastel bikini—laugh under swaying palm trees, reinforcing that behind the glitz, their bond remains refreshingly grounded.
Balancing Life On And Off Screen
Born August 26, 1988, to music icon Diana Ross and Norwegian entrepreneur Arne Næss Jr., Evan Ross has spent his life straddling legacy and ambition. He broke out with TV roles on “90210” before landing parts in “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 and 2,” and the FX hit “Snowfall.” A musician as well—his 2009 debut album, “Young Forever,” featured collaborators like Drake—Ross has navigated busy schedules across film sets, recording studios, and red carpets. Yet he’s said in past interviews that none of it compares to the thrill of bedtime stories or Saturday pancake rituals with Ziggy and Bronx.
A Love Story Beyond The Lens
Ross met former pop star Ashlee Simpson on the set of the Starz drama “Boss” and they married in 2014. The couple welcomed son Bronx in December 2022 and, more recently, daughter Ziggy Jagger in July 2023. Although Hollywood headlines often spotlight his projects, Ross ensures that family remains his top priority—jetting home between shoots for birthday parties, school recitals, and other everyday milestones that are anything but routine.
The Road Ahead
On the career front, Ross has a handful of film and television projects lined up, including an upcoming drama series slated to begin production this fall and teasers for a new music EP on his social channels. But judging by the warmth of his Father’s Day tribute, he’s not letting work overshadow the greatest role of his life: being Ziggy Jagger and Bronx’s dad. Whether he’s coaching his boys on the soccer field or introducing them to vinyl records in his home studio, Evan Ross is making every day an opportunity to celebrate fatherhood.
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