As a huge Charli XCX fan, I was definitely bummed to hear some of the questions Jason Bateman asked her on that podcast. But honestly, Charli is such a star, she’s already totally focused on amazing new projects and I can’t wait to see what she does next!
Singer Charli XCX, age 33, teamed up with actress Rachel Sennott for photos promoting their upcoming Super Bowl commercial for the sparkling prebiotic soda, Poppi.
Charli continued to embrace her bold style, showcasing her legs in a daring outfit: tiny black leather shorts paired with pantyhose and high leather boots.
She completed her outfit with a white T-shirt worn over a black bra, and happily showed off a can of the new Poppi Vibes drink.
Thirty-year-old Sennott wore a red strapless top and classic blue jeans while posing for a photo with the singer of ‘Party 4 U’.
In a series of behind-the-scenes photos from their mockumentary film, The Moment, the pop star wore a shirt declaring ‘Rachel is the moment,’ and the actress sported one that said ‘Charli is the moment.’
This Sunday, during Super Bowl LX—when the Seattle Seahawks play the New England Patriots at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California—you might catch their much-awaited new ad.
The launch of this new campaign follows criticism of Jason Bateman for his questioning of Charli XCX about her choice not to have children, and for appearing unprepared on his podcast.
Jason Bateman, 57, known for his role in Arrested Development, recently appeared on the SmartLess podcast with Sean Hayes and Will Arnett. He spoke with Tiffany, the singer from the band Brat, and discussed his family, including his daughters Francesca, 19, and Maple, 13, whom he shares with his wife, Amanda Anka.
You know, I was chatting recently and the topic of having kids came up. I shared that, honestly, I don’t really see kids in my future. It’s a personal decision, of course, and I’m happy with the path my husband, George, and I are on.
Jason created an uncomfortable situation when he explained that he’d convinced his wife to have children, despite her initial disinterest. He then awkwardly suggested to Charli that she might “find somebody,” unaware that she was already married.
People strongly criticized Jason for bringing up the sensitive topic of children with his guest and for not preparing adequately for the interview. One Reddit user expressed frustration with society’s tendency to pressure women about having kids, asking, “Why does society keep asking women about having children?”
During an interview, Charli was asked whether she’d prefer a child to experience a similar upbringing to her own, or to be an only child and allow her to focus entirely on their care and protection. She responded by stating she doesn’t want to have children.
Jason was surprised when she said she didn’t want a child. He asked her why, and she explained that while she enjoyed imagining the fun parts of having a baby – like choosing a name – she felt it confirmed all the reasons why it wouldn’t be a good idea for her.
‘The fact that that feels like the coolest part about and like, maybe I’m not ready you know?’
Jason started telling his own story. He explained that his wife hadn’t wanted to have children, and he realized he was awkwardly giving himself a backhanded compliment by pointing that out.
She tells this amazing story about when we first started dating. She says she quickly realized, after meeting me, that she could really see a future – and a family – with me. It’s just… you never know who you’re going to connect with, right?
After Charli uncomfortably revealed she was married, he playfully responded that he needed to catch up on the news. Charli laughed and replied, ‘It’s okay, I could tell where you were going with that…’
I already knew what she was going to say,” Jason teased. “She’s going to want children with her next husband.”
Despite the lighthearted nature of the chat, the podcast was met with fury.
Someone on X described a difficult moment on a podcast where Jason Bateman unexpectedly asked a guest how many children she wanted. They found the question inappropriate.
She told him she didn’t want children, and he responded by suggesting she hadn’t met the right person yet. She quickly pointed out that she was already married, and after that, they didn’t say anything for a while.
People on Reddit reacted to the conversation by criticizing the ongoing pressure society puts on women to have children, with one user asking, “Why does society keep pressuring women about having kids?”
It’s important to respect someone’s decision not to have children when they’ve given it careful thought. And honestly, Jason Bateman acting inappropriately towards women? Not surprising at all.
Look, I’m all about living your truth, and honestly, I tune out the constant chatter about how having kids is the ultimate life goal. It just feels… repetitive. And frankly, it bothers me extra when it’s men telling women it’s the best thing ever – it’s a deeply personal decision, and everyone’s path is different. I believe in making choices that feel right for you, not what society—or anyone else—tells you should make you happy.
As a lifestyle expert, I’ve noticed a real shift happening, and honestly, it’s about time! I truly believe we need to accept that wanting – or not wanting – children is perfectly valid. It’s not about waiting for the ‘right’ partner to change your mind. So many people lead incredibly fulfilling and joyful lives without having kids, and that deserves to be completely normalized. It’s a personal choice, and there’s no one ‘right’ path!
It was already unreasonable to pressure kids about having children even twenty years ago, but doing it now is completely unacceptable. It’s shocking how surprised people seem to be when someone says they don’t want children. It’s the 21st century – things have changed!
I really admire Charli because she’s made it okay to live life on your own terms. She shows you don’t have to fit into traditional expectations, like stopping nightlife after a certain age or having children if you don’t want to. She inspires me and makes me feel more youthful. I adore her, so please respect her privacy!
Fans pointed out that Charli D’Amelio addressed her feelings about becoming a mother on her 2024 album, Brat, specifically in the song ‘I Think About It All The Time’.
The song expresses a contemplation about the passage of time and the possibility of becoming a parent. She worries about running out of time, but finding a partner has led her to consider having a child. She wonders if having a baby would mean sacrificing her independence, but hopes she won’t run out of time before she can figure it all out.
Fans noticed a connection between this and a song she released on Brat called “I think about it all the time,” and questioned why the interviewer didn’t ask about that instead.
Wasn’t that song by Brat about her changing feelings and wanting to start a family? It seems like people didn’t pay attention to what she was saying, and now it’s obvious why.
I understood that also included the emotional weight and internal struggle of thinking about having a child when you weren’t sure you wanted one.
As a lifestyle expert, I’ve been following this closely, and honestly, a major concern popping up is the research – or lack thereof – being done on guests. People are noticing that sometimes, the hosts just don’t seem prepared, and it’s pretty clear they haven’t done their homework on who they’re interviewing. It’s something viewers are definitely picking up on!
The whole idea behind the podcast is that one host chooses the guest secretly, and the other two hosts don’t find out who it is until the recording begins.
He didn’t even take the time to understand her position, despite her just explaining that it might evolve. She’d clearly said it wasn’t possible right now, and she wished people would simply respect that and not make things awkward.
For years, people wondered why Jennifer didn’t have children. Last year, the celebrity shared that she had tried IVF without success and has now accepted that she won’t be having kids.
Jason’s reference to the star as a ‘co-mom’ to his daughters caused additional upset among fans, who already felt his questions were inappropriate.
It’s surprising he didn’t show more consideration, especially since he’s close friends with Jennifer Aniston, who has likely told him how painful questions about motherhood from the media have been for her throughout her life.
I’m genuinely surprised by Jason Bateman’s reaction, especially considering how close he is to Jennifer Aniston and how publicly he’s defended her while she’s faced so much criticism for this exact issue.
It feels inconsistent to support Jennifer while simultaneously treating Charli the same way Jennifer has been mistreated. He understands the emotional impact this has on women.
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