Kate Hudson and Oliver Hudson have a strong sibling bond despite their estrangement from their biological father, Bill Hudson. Kate and Oliver are both children of Goldie Hawn and Bill, who split in 1980. Bill publicly disowned Kate and Oliver in 2015, leading to a strained relationship with their father. However, Kate and Oliver have made peace with the estrangement and remain close to Hawn and her longtime partner, Kurt Russell. Despite being raised side-by-side, they have noticed differences in their parenting styles for their own children.
Oliver and Kate have opened up about their family dynamics in various interviews and on their podcast, “Sibling Revelry.” In 2016, Kate discussed feeling abandoned by their father but also acknowledged his sense of humor. In 2018, Oliver revealed that he had reconnected with his biological father after years of estrangement. While their relationship with Bill remains complicated, they continue to maintain strong bonds with Hawn and Russell, who are loving grandparents to their children.
During a podcast episode in 2024, Kate revealed that she had recently reconnected with siblings from her father’s side whom she had not spoken to for years. This newfound communication was initiated by Kate, who expressed a desire to bridge the gap created by their family separation. Oliver also discussed his experiences with trauma from his childhood, particularly related to living with Hawn as a single mother. However, he clarified that his use of the term “trauma” was in reference to his childhood emotions and not a reflection of his current feelings towards his mother.
Following media coverage of Oliver’s comments about his childhood trauma, he clarified that he has nothing but love and respect for his mother, Hawn. He emphasized that his earlier remarks were meant to convey his childhood feelings and were not reflective of his current relationship with his mother. Oliver expressed gratitude for his mother’s role in his life and credited her with shaping him into the person he is today. The siblings continue to navigate their complex family dynamics with honesty and openness, both with each other and in the public eye. Their candid discussions shed light on the challenges and triumphs of their upbringing and relationships.
