Al Pacino, 85, Opens up About 16-Month-Old Son

Al Pacino in 2016. Photo courtesy of Embajada de EEUU en la Argentina under CC BY 2.0.

Al Pacino just became a dad at 83 — and he's not the only A-lister starting over in the nursery. From Robert De Niro's seventh child to Jeff Goldblum buying baby monitors instead of Rolexes, Hollywood's most iconic men are proving that fatherhood doesn't have an age limit — it has a spotlight.

In a town obsessed with youth, some of the world's most legendary leading men are embracing bottles, burp cloths, and bassinets long after earning lifetime achievement awards. Whether it's their first baby or their tenth, these famous fathers are shattering timelines and proving that legacy isn't just about Oscars — it's about offspring.

Al Pacino's Final Act: Fatherhood at 83

The "Godfather" legend shocked the world when he confirmed he had welcomed his fourth child, Roman, at age 83, with 29-year-old Noor Alfallah. Though the couple is no longer together, Pacino, now 85, says fatherhood this time around feels different.

"It's fun," he told the BBC about parenting his son. "Everything he does is interesting to me." Pacino also revealed Roman inspired him to write his recent autobiography, "Sonny Boy," saying, "I want to be around for this child ... I hope I stay healthy, and he knows who his dad is, of course."

De Niro Says, 'Seven, Actually'

During a promotional interview for his film "About My Father," Robert De Niro casually corrected an interviewer who referred to him as a father of six. "Seven, actually ... I just had a baby," he said, according to Yahoo! Life revealing he had quietly welcomed his newest child at age 79.

The Oscar winner's fatherhood journey spans decades, with kids ranging from toddlers to middle age. And while he's kept details private, one thing is clear: De Niro is still embracing the role, one bottle at a time.

Rock Stars, Moguls, and a Racing Tycoon

It's not just Hollywood royalty.

• Mick Jagger welcomed his eighth child at 73. His girlfriend, Melanie Hamrick, gave birth to their son Deveraux in 2016, adding to a brood that includes grandchildren — and even a great-grandchild.

• Bernie Ecclestone, the former Formula 1 boss, became a dad again at 89. He and his wife, Fabiana Flosi, named their son Ace.

• Jeff Goldblum had his first child at 62, then a second at 64. Now 72, he jokes about doing the math on his sons' futures and wondering who will inherit his watches.

Alec Baldwin, Hugh Grant, and Other Reluctant Converts

Some stars didn't envision themselves as dads — until life had other plans.

• Alec Baldwin, 67, shares seven children with wife Hilaria Baldwin. He also has a 27-year-old daughter, Ireland, with ex Kim Basinger.

• Hugh Grant became a first-time dad at 51 and now has five children, saying he never expected parenthood but now finds it "the greatest thing."

• George Clooney, famous for swearing off kids, welcomed twins with Amal Clooney at 56 — and hasn't looked back.

Fatherhood, Version 2.0

Even stars who already raised children have embraced a second act.

• Richard Gere, now 75, has young sons with wife Alejandra Silva, along with an adult son from a previous marriage.

• Rod Stewart, now 80, had his youngest at 66, and became a grandfather soon after.

• Clint Eastwood, Steve Martin, Paul McCartney, and Eddie Murphy all welcomed children well into their 60s and 70s, each bringing a lifetime of experience — and a lot more patience.

Why Now?

So, what's fueling this boom in late-life fatherhood?

Some cite modern medicine. Others say it’s about second chances. For many, it's love found later in life. But behind the headlines, one truth rings out: these men, often portrayed as emotionally unavailable or commitment-phobic, are changing the cultural script.

They're not just having babies. They're showing up. Changing diapers. Writing memoirs. Attending drop-offs in baseball caps and sunglasses.

And with every late-night bottle and preschool recital, they're proving one thing:

It's never too late to become the dad you want to be.

References: The celeb dads having kids later in life, from Al Pacino to Robert de Niro | Hollywood's Older Dads Club | Al Pacino says 'it's fun' to be a new dad at 84