Meet Linda Hamilton's Kids: The Family Behind The Terminator Icon

As the Terminator franchise makes its big comeback, all eyes are back on Linda Hamilton, who's reprising her legendary role as Sarah Connor. But while she's busy blowing us away on the big screen, Linda is also a proud mom to two amazing kids. Let’s take a moment to get to know them and the story behind Linda’s family life, because it’s just as fascinating as her Hollywood career.

A Glimpse into Linda's Family Life

Let’s rewind the clock for a second. Linda Hamilton, now 63, first stepped into motherhood in the early '90s. She married actor Bruce Abbott back in 1982, and their union resulted in the birth of their son, Dalton, in 1989. Unfortunately, their marriage didn’t last long, and the couple parted ways the same year their son was born. But that didn’t stop Linda from continuing to build her family. A few years later, in 1997, she welcomed her daughter Josephine with none other than James Cameron, the visionary director behind the Terminator franchise. However, their relationship ended in 1999, and Linda found herself navigating single parenthood while maintaining her status as an A-list actress.

Putting Family First

Linda has made it clear that family is her top priority, even if it means staying out of the limelight herself. In fact, she’s been open about her decision not to remarry or have more children, focusing instead on her existing family and career. During an interview with The New York Times, she joked about her choice to remain celibate for over 15 years, saying, “One loses track, because it just doesn’t matter—or at least it doesn’t matter to me. I have a very romantic relationship with my world every day and the people who are in it.”

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When it comes to personal time, Linda’s got it figured out. “I love my alone time like no one you’ve ever met,” she told the publication. “I woke up one day and I was like, ‘Well, here I am in my beautiful mansion and my kids aren’t here, my agents aren’t calling, and this is not real.’” It’s clear that Linda values her independence and cherishes the time she spends with her family.

Supporting Mom in the Spotlight

Even though Linda’s kids tend to stay out of the public eye, they’re definitely cheering her on from the sidelines. When Linda decided to take on the role of Sarah Connor once again in Terminator: Dark Fate, she went all out to prepare, proving that age is just a number. “I had a true village of experts trying to get the most out of this body,” she revealed, emphasizing the effort it took to get back in fighting shape in her 60s. “This was 10 times the effort compared to when I was younger,” she admitted, “but it’s incredibly liberating to play someone of this age.”

As Linda continues to inspire us with her strength and determination, her kids are undoubtedly proud of their mom’s achievements. And while we may not see much of Dalton and Josephine in the media, their love and support for their mom shine through in everything she does. So, here’s to Linda Hamilton—a warrior on screen and a rockstar mom off it!

Keep scrolling to dive deeper into the lives of Linda’s two incredible kids, Dalton and Josephine!