Hilary Duff Opens Up About a Thoughtful Question from Her 4-Year-Old Daughter While Watching A Cinderella Story

Hilary Duff and her kids.
Credit: Hilary Duff/Instagram

NEED TO KNOW

• Hilary Duff’s daughter is posing a question that has puzzled fans of A Cinderella Story for over two decades.
• While discussing the iconic film with Vanity Fair, Duff shared her daughter Mae’s thoughts on a notable storyline element.
• The actress shares son Luca with ex-husband Mike Comrie and daughters Banks, Mae, and Townes with husband Matthew Koma.

During a recent interview with Vanity Fair, Hilary Duff reminisced about her role in the beloved film A Cinderella Story. Throughout the conversation, the actress and singer provided insight into her 4-year-old daughter Mae’s perspective on a key moment in the movie.

Reflecting on a scene where her character, Sam, interacts with Austin, played by Chad Michael Murray, Duff recounted Mae’s confusion over a plot point. “My 4-year-old has watched this movie and also picked up on like, how could he not know it’s you in that mask? And I was like, ‘It’s the age-old question, honey,'” Duff shared. “And she’s like, ‘But it’s you. You are right there. I don’t understand. How does he not know?’ I’m like, ‘I know.'”

Duff’s family includes her son Luca Cruz, born in 2012, whom she shares with ex-husband Mike Comrie. After their separation, she began a relationship with Matthew Koma, with whom she married in 2019. The couple has welcomed daughters Banks Violet in October 2018, Mae James in March 2021, and Townes in May 2024.

Recently, Duff shared a heartfelt post featuring her son Luca, now 13, as he prepared for his first day of eighth grade. The image captured Luca maintaining a serious expression as he stood outside, wearing a white polo and sweatpants.

In a light-hearted tone, Duff remarked, “8th graders won’t hold signs,” highlighting her son’s new teenage demeanor.

In another social media moment, Duff showcased her daughter Mae indulging in an ice cream sundae, her face lit up with a smile. The proud mother captioned the post, “Summer is still in session for this one.”

Hilary Duff, Matthew Koma and their kids.
Credit: Hilary Duff/Instagram

In a humorous Valentine’s Day post last February, Duff shared a series of photos, blending heartfelt moments with playful chaos. While showcasing her daughters in festive outfits, the final image captured a candid moment of Mae, who was upset after her balloon floated away. “I can’t help it. I know I’m evil, but it makes me chuckle,” Duff noted alongside the image, showcasing her playful parenting style.