Reese Witherspoon became a mother for the first time in 1999 when Ava Philippe was born. Today, she has three children, but one thing about her eldest daughter is something everyone points out. Now, it’s happened again, as Reese has shared a new Christmas photo with her daughter, which some say must be her “twin.”
Reese Witherspoon welcomed daughter Ava Phillipe on September 9, 1999, with then-husband Ryan Philippe. In an interview with Jay Leno, Reese explained the story behind the name ‘Ava’ and how she and Ryan came up with it.
“My daughter’s name is Ava… [like] Ava Gardner, because to me she was the only woman who could break Sinatra. So the idea of that name to me is very classy and strong.”
While having her now ex-husband, Ryan Phillippe, by her side, Witherspoon later revealed the challenges she faced as a mother. The actress initially tried to handle it on her own, but soon realized the sleepless nights were taking a toll on her health.