Nick and Vanessa Lachey Get Real About Parenting as Camden Turns Teen!
Nick Lachey and Vanessa Lachey, the beloved hosts of Netflix’s “Love Is Blind,” recently opened up about the bittersweet rollercoaster of parenting as their eldest son, Camden, approaches his teenage years. In a heartfelt chat with Entertainment Tonight, the couple expressed their mixed emotions navigating the joys and challenges of raising their three children—Camden, 12, Brooklyn, 10, and Phoenix, 8. “Our oldest is going to be a teenager this year,” Nick shared, prompting an emotional reaction from Vanessa, who quipped “oh no” before being overtaken by tears. The couple’s candidness about the rapid passage of time resonates with many parents, reminding us that those little ones really do grow up in the blink of an eye.
Taking a trip down memory lane, Nick reflected on the little moments that tug at their heartstrings, like folding laundry and realizing that Phoenix’s Superman Underoos will soon be a thing of the past. From awkward talks about “the birds and the bees” with Brooklyn to sentimental last milestones with Phoenix, Vanessa noted, “All of Phoenix’s firsts are my lasts,” highlighting the emotional complexity of watching their youngest reach new stages. Yet amidst those challenges, Vanessa feels excitement for what lies ahead—“I’m excited about girlfriends and boyfriends and driving,” she said, balancing nostalgia with eager anticipation.
Just recently, Vanessa expressed gratitude for the extra time she’s had with her kids following the cancellation of her show, NCIS: Hawaii, which she starred in for three seasons. After relocating to Oahu in 2021 and returning to California post-cancellation, she mentioned, “The silver lining to that is it’s been able to give us so much time with our kids.” They celebrated the New Year at Disneyland, marking a family milestone with all five of them ringing in 2024 together—a first for the Lachey crew. The family dynamic, filled with love and humor, serves as a reminder of the joys and challenges all parents face.
So here’s to Nick and Vanessa, navigating the craziness of parenthood while sharing every beautiful moment—tears and all—with their fans. It’s clear their love story has only deepened since they first captured our hearts as reality TV stars.
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and People Magazine, Entertainment Tonight, Us Weekly
