Johnny Knoxville Shares Wholesome Father-Son Moment Watching Tom And Jerry Together
Stuntman shows his softer side in heartwarming post that reveals his classic cartoon preferences
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The man known for outrageous stunts and pranks is showing his softer side. Johnny Knoxville recently took to Instagram to share a sweet moment with his son, revealing they share a love for classic cartoon comedy.
In the Instagram post, Knoxville shared an image showing what appears to be a father-son viewing session of the iconic cat and mouse duo Tom and Jerry. The Jackass star captioned the post: “This father gets an A+ in fatherin’ and taste. @tomandjerry is the best!!❤️”
The image shows a TV screen displaying a scene from the beloved cartoon, with someone (presumably Knoxville and his son) watching together, creating a heartwarming glimpse into the stuntman’s family life away from the cameras and dangerous stunts.
The Man Behind The Stunts
For those who might only know Johnny Knoxville for his death-defying antics, the 53-year-old entertainer (born Philip John Clapp) has built a career pushing boundaries as the co-creator and star of MTV’s Jackass franchise. According to his Wikipedia page, Knoxville rose to fame in the early 2000s with the show that featured him and his friends performing dangerous, outrageous, and often painful stunts and pranks.
Beyond his extreme persona, Knoxville is also a father of three children: daughter Madison with his first wife Melanie Lynn Cates, and son Rocko and daughter Arlo with his second wife Naomi Nelson. While Knoxville doesn’t often share much about his children on social media, this post offers fans a rare glimpse into his family life and parenting style.
Family Man Behind The Scenes
This isn’t the first time Knoxville has shown his softer side on social media. In a previous Instagram post from earlier this year, he wrote a touching birthday message to his partner: “Happy birthday to my best friend and baby from the luckiest man in the universe!! I love you much and i am eternally grateful to share this life with you. Now if you would just stop spoiling @bucket.biz so much!!😜🐕🥰❤️🎉🎂🥳🎁🎊🍻”
The post included photos of the couple, showing a different side to the man known for his wild on-screen antics.
In another recent post, Knoxville shared a humorous moment with his apparent pet dog, writing: “Wild Saturday night with my little personal space invader @bucket.biz.❤️” accompanied by photos of him relaxing with his canine companion.
Knoxville’s Recent Activities
When not enjoying family time and classic cartoons, Knoxville has maintained an active career. In April, he shared that he participated in comedian John Mulaney’s show “Everybody’s Live,” posting: “Had a ball doing Everybody’s Live w/ @johnmulaney last week. I think a helluva alot of John professionally and personally. Also had the honor of appearing alongside the hilarious and kind Bill Hader, the talented @chelsanity, the riotous @realrichardkind and the gifted @bartees_strange. Ran into some great people backstage as well. Thanks John!”
He has also continued his comedic pursuits, recently appearing in a podcast with fellow Jackass star Steve-O, where they discussed Steve-O’s sobriety journey and various adventures.
Tom And Jerry: A Timeless Classic
Knoxville’s appreciation for Tom and Jerry speaks to the enduring appeal of the classic cartoon created by William Hanna and Joseph Barbera in 1940. The slapstick comedy series featuring the constant battle between cat (Tom) and mouse (Jerry) has entertained generations of viewers for over 80 years.
The cartoon’s influence extends beyond mere entertainment, having won seven Academy Awards for Best Animated Short Film and becoming one of the most recognized cartoon duos in history. The fact that Knoxville, known for his real-life slapstick and physical comedy, enjoys the animated version with his son creates a touching parallel between his professional persona and personal interests.
The post has resonated with fans who appreciate seeing this tender moment between father and son, showing that even Hollywood’s wildest stuntman appreciates quiet family time and timeless entertainment that spans generations.
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