Julia Roberts’ Big Family: Siblings, Niece Emma Roberts, and More

Julia Roberts’ Big Family: Siblings, Niece Emma Roberts, and More

Julia Roberts comes from a large, creative, and sometimes complicated family. While she has built her own tight-knit family with husband Danny Moder and their three children, her extended family tree includes several notable actors and a history filled with both love and challenges.

Her Parents and Siblings

Julia was born on October 28, 1967, in Smyrna, Georgia, to Walter Grady Roberts and Betty Lou Bredemus. Her father was a vacuum salesman and actor, while her mother was a church secretary and drama teacher. Walter passed away from cancer when Julia was just 10 years old. Betty Lou later remarried and passed away in 2015.

Julia has two older siblings who are also involved in the entertainment industry:

• Eric Roberts (born 1956): Her eldest brother is a prolific actor known for roles in The Dark Knight, Runaway Train, and many independent films. Eric and Julia’s relationship has had its ups and downs over the decades, largely due to his past struggles with addiction. However, in recent years they have reached a place of mutual respect.
• Lisa Roberts Gillan (born 1965): Her older sister is an actress who has appeared in films such as Runaway Bride, Mona Lisa Smile, and Eat Pray Love alongside Julia. Lisa is married to actor Tony Gillan and maintains a lower public profile than her famous siblings.

Niece Emma Roberts

The most famous member of the next generation is Julia’s niece, Emma Roberts (born 1991). Daughter of Eric Roberts and Kelly Cunningham, Emma is a successful actress known for her roles in Nancy Drew, American Horror Story, Scream Queens, and the Aquamarine movie. Despite the past tensions between Eric and Julia, Emma and her aunt Julia have maintained a warm relationship. Julia has been supportive of Emma’s career and they have occasionally been spotted together at family events.

Julia’s Own Family

Julia’s most cherished family is the one she built with cinematographer Danny Moder, whom she married in 2002. Together they have three children:

• Twins Hazel Patricia Moder and Phinnaeus “Finn” Walter Moder (born November 28, 2004 – now 21)
• Henry Daniel Moder (born June 18, 2007 – now 18)

The Roberts-Moder family is known for prioritizing privacy, strong values, and a relatively normal life away from the Hollywood spotlight. Julia has often said that her children are her proudest achievement.

Despite the fame and past family conflicts, Julia remains close to her sister Lisa and maintains cordial ties with brother Eric. The family has grown even larger with nieces, nephews, and extended relatives. Julia’s Hindu faith has also become an important spiritual element that she shares with her immediate family.

In 2026, Julia Roberts continues to value her big, complex, and loving family. From her Hollywood siblings to her grounded children and supportive husband, she has created a beautiful balance between her public career and private family life.