Chrissy Teigen and her family recently traveled to Thailand to visit her mom, Vilailuck “Pepper” Teigen, who moved back to her hometown of Korat earlier this year after living in the U.S. for many years. During their trip, Teigen shared photos on Instagram of her family’s adventures, including their 9-month-old son, Wren, napping in her arms, and their daughter Esti playing in a colorful playroom. She also posted selfies of their other children, Miles and Luna, with husband John Legend on the airplane. Teigen updated fans on her children, as well as the family’s dog, Pearl, and asked about their favorite songs.
In an earlier interview on SiriusXM’s TODAY show The Happy Hour, Teigen discussed her mother’s decision to move back to Thailand and the impact it had on the family. She mentioned how much Pepper enjoys taking care of her grandchildren and how important it was for her to go back and live her best life. Teigen emphasized the special bond between her mother and her children, and how the family plans to visit her in Thailand every spring break. She also expressed the void that was felt when Pepper first left and encouraged her to pursue happiness and love in her hometown.
Teigen acknowledged the struggle of adjusting to her mother’s absence and the realization of being a mother of four without her own mother around. She highlighted the strong friendships her mother has in Korat and how seeing her with them lights up her face in a way she hadn’t seen before. Teigen emphasized her mother’s focus on her grandchildren and friends but also expressed the importance of her pursuing her own desires and passions. Despite having help, Teigen spoke about the unique role and presence a mother has, and the impact of not having her physically there in their day-to-day lives.
The family trip to Thailand allowed Teigen and her loved ones to spend quality time together, create lasting memories, and strengthen their bond with Pepper in her hometown. Teigen’s social media updates and interviews have provided a glimpse into their family dynamics and the challenges of navigating life without her mother physically present. The trip also showcased the family’s commitment to supporting and encouraging each other in pursuing happiness and fulfillment. Overall, the experience highlighted the importance of family, love, and the enduring connection between generations.
