When it comes to lists of the coolest celebrities in Hollywood, Diane Kruger should always be at the top. And since July 15th is her birthday, there’s no better time to celebrate the level of effortless cool she’s achieved in her 45 years. It goes without saying that includes her equally rad boyfriend Norman Reedus and their one-and-a-half-year-old baby girl, both of whom Kruger’s life seems to be centered around at the moment.
For the first 15 years of Kruger’s life, she lived in the tiny German village of Algermissen, where she dreamed of being a ballerina. When an injury sidelined that plan, she modeled before ultimately becoming an actress. Other fun facts about Kruger? She’s multi-lingual; she lived in a mental hospital for three months while shooting the low-budget film Frankie; and her favorite city is Paris. But of all the things Kruger has accomplished and loved in her life, we suspect it’s Reedus and their baby girl that bring her the most joy.
Although Kruger and Reedus tend to keep both their relationship and their daughter on the down-low, they have shared some super-heartwarming glimpses into their beautiful little world. So, in honor of Kruger making another circle around the sun, let’s take a look at this sweet family and some of their most adorable moments together. Who knows? Maybe some of Kruger’s coolness will rub off on the rest of us.
‘Teach them love’
Girlfriend knows what’s up 😊 #teachthemlove
A post shared by Marie (@dianekruger) on Jul 9, 2020 at 4:32pm PDT
Kruger and Reedus are clearly already teaching their daughter to be inclusive and, c’mon, you can’t get much cooler than that.
Arts and crafts
❤️🍼🥂
A post shared by norman reedus (@bigbaldhead) on Jun 24, 2020 at 7:29pm PDT
On long car rides, Daddy Reedus makes a great canvas. Kruger definitely found a keeper!
Playing in the park
🎈
A post shared by norman reedus (@bigbaldhead) on Jun 14, 2020 at 11:08pm PDT
Kruger captured this precious (albeit slightly upside-down) moment between Reedus and their little girl during a picnic in the park.
Cuteness overload
I just can’t take the cuteness 😩
A post shared by Marie (@dianekruger) on May 22, 2020 at 2:22pm PDT
This video clip of Kruger and Reedus’ daughter features a rare capture: her sweet voice. When Kruger asks what the kitty says, her little girl replies, “Meow.”
Bouncin’ queen
🦋
A post shared by norman reedus (@bigbaldhead) on May 16, 2020 at 6:03pm PDT
Of course the kid of Kruger and Reeder would have a killer soundtrack for her playtime activities. Bouncing has never seemed more rock ‘n roll.
Future artist
❤️
A post shared by norman reedus (@bigbaldhead) on May 15, 2020 at 7:03pm PDT
In May, proud papa Reedus showed off their daughter’s creative skills by sharing her latest artwork.
A splash of color
You literally turned my life into a rainbow 🌈 I’m so happy I’m your mom ♥️ Happy Mother’s Day to all the fierce ladies today and every day ♥️ And thank you to my love @bigbaldhead for the extra ♥️ today and for giving me our little tornado ♥️
A post shared by Marie (@dianekruger) on May 10, 2020 at 9:55am PDT
On Mother’s Day, Kruger gushed about her baby girl, “You literally turned my life into a rainbow. I’m so happy I’m your mom.” She also thanks Reedus for giving her their “little tornado.” Aww!
‘To all the beautiful mommas’
Happy mother’s day to all the beautiful mommas out there 🙌🏻❤️
A post shared by norman reedus (@bigbaldhead) on May 10, 2020 at 8:23am PDT
Reedus gave Kruger a shout-out on Mother’s Day, sharing several snapshots of her and their tiny sweetheart.
Love at first bite
That shark is NOT social distancing but I DO like getting nibbled at from my ♥️ @bigbaldhead
A post shared by Marie (@dianekruger) on Apr 20, 2020 at 3:53pm PDT
These two can even make social distancing look fun (and, you know, slightly terrifying at the same time).
Quarantine dating
Latex ice cream car day date 👍 #aslongasweretogether
A post shared by Marie (@dianekruger) on Apr 15, 2020 at 7:54pm PDT
Hey, you can’t let a pandemic ruin your romance! Kruger and Reedus made the most of their love during lockdown with a little latex-laden ice cream car day.
Life lessons
Even in times like this I must show her to stop and smell the roses (I mean obviously not a rose but whatever this is, ha) ♥️
A post shared by Marie (@dianekruger) on Apr 3, 2020 at 4:38pm PDT
“Even in times like this I must show her to stop and smell the roses (I mean obviously not a rose but whatever this is, ha),” Kruger joked of sharing a meaningful moment with her daughter amid a patch of purple flowers.
Po-tay-to, po-tah-to
I don’t think he understood the concept of two weeks worth of non perishable foods 😳 #whenyouletyourboyfriendgogroceryshopping
A post shared by Marie (@dianekruger) on Mar 17, 2020 at 5:54pm PDT
No matter what you call them, we can probably all agree Reedus came back with too many of this tuber and not enough of anything else. Moral of the story? Don’t let this guy do the pandemic shopping.
Sidewalk chalk and smiles
Living her best life ⭐️ #calibaby
A post shared by Marie (@dianekruger) on Mar 2, 2020 at 8:34pm PST
When you live in Southern California, it’s sunny in March. And when it’s sunny in March, you soak it up — Kruger and Reedus’ daughter has the right idea with her sidewalk chalk shenanigans.
All aboard the love boat
I love sailing through life with you ♥️ Happy Valentine’s Day baby ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️ @bigbaldhead
A post shared by Marie (@dianekruger) on Feb 14, 2020 at 8:14am PST
For Valentine’s Day, Kruger and Reedus had a little nautical-themed fun by rocking matching captain’s hats. “I love sailing through life with you,” she captioned the photo.
All bundled up
My girls ❤️❤️
A post shared by norman reedus (@bigbaldhead) on Feb 6, 2020 at 4:30pm PST
In February, Reedus snuck a snapshot of Kruger and their daughter walking down the street in their coziest cold-weather gear.
On the move
How is she pounding the pavement already 😭😭😭😭 !! Baby girl don’t grow up so fast 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢 @bigbaldhead
A post shared by Marie (@dianekruger) on Jan 30, 2020 at 6:21pm PST
Kruger is every mom unable to accept that her baby girl is growing up entirely too fast. She couldn’t get over the fact her daughter was already “pounding the pavement.”
Teenage dream
My teenage dream of a man right here ! 🤪 HAPPY BIRTHDAY to the love of my life ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
A post shared by Marie (@dianekruger) on Jan 6, 2020 at 7:08am PST
Don’t worry; Kruger and Reedus haven’t lost any heat between them over time. For his birthday in January, she captioned a shirtless snap of him, “My teenage dream of a man right here.”
Any given Sunday
Giants kinda Sunday !!!!!!!!!!! @tizzielisch @jonathan.mark SO FUN 🙋♀️🏈
A post shared by Marie (@dianekruger) on Dec 15, 2019 at 6:55pm PST
Who knew Kruger and Reedus were such big football fans? Or, to be more specific, Giants fans?
#Blessed
I know you won’t remember these walks and you won’t remember these “talks”, but I hope that you’ll always remember how much you’re loved and how thankful we are to have you in our lives little one and how grateful I’ll always be to @bigbaldhead to have given me such a wonderful gift and to walk with me hand in hand ♥️ from my family to yours Happy Thanksgiving 🦃🍁
A post shared by Marie (@dianekruger) on Nov 28, 2019 at 9:44am PST
As Thanksgiving rolled around, Kruger got sentimental about her daughter, writing, “I know you won’t remember these walks and you won’t remember these ‘talks,’ but I hope that you’ll always remember how much you’re loved and how thankful we are to have you in our lives little one and how grateful I’ll always be to @bigbaldhead to have given me such a wonderful gift and to walk with me hand in hand.”
Black-and-white beauties
My everything
A post shared by Marie (@dianekruger) on Oct 23, 2019 at 7:57am PDT
“My everything,” Kruger succinctly captioned a dreamy black-and-white photo with her daughter.
Two times the love
Everything I’ll ever need ♥️
A post shared by Marie (@dianekruger) on Aug 16, 2019 at 4:24am PDT
According to this sunny snapshot of Reedus and their daughter, Kruger has “everything [she’ll] ever need” thanks to those two.
Birthday girl
Happy birthday angel
A post shared by norman reedus (@bigbaldhead) on Jul 15, 2019 at 1:21am PDT
When Reedus wished Kruger happy birthday last year, he also gave followers a rare look at the couple’s behind-the-scenes life.
Patience is a virtue
They say good things come to those who wait.. I’m so glad I did ♥️ We love you Papa ♥️ Happy (19th!) Father’s Day @bigbaldhead
A post shared by Marie (@dianekruger) on Jun 16, 2019 at 9:46am PDT
“They say good things come to those who wait,” Kruger captioned a Father’s day snapshot of Reedus with their daughter. “I’m so glad I did. We love you Papa.”
Bonding by the sea
I love you forever I’ll like you for always As long as I’m living My baby you will be ♥️
A post shared by Marie (@dianekruger) on May 12, 2019 at 5:07am PDT
The ocean serves as a stunning backdrop for Kruger and her daughter in this frame-worthy photo.
On the road again
First time in a year and a half ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️ wiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii
A post shared by Marie (@dianekruger) on May 8, 2019 at 2:58pm PDT
It took them a year-and-a-half to get back on the motorcycle after the birth of their daughter, but they did find their way back.
New beginnings
2018 has been a year of new beginnings…rewarding, if challenging journeys..but mostly, a year of love ❤️ I would like to thank all of my friends who have been there for me and us this year, who have lifted me up and made me smile. I am thankful for all the work opportunities I’ve had this year and the many people I’ve met along the way. Thank you to all of YOU, who have shared some of my life this year here on Instagram…but above all, I’d like to thank my love @bigbaldhead for giving me our daughter and for being an amazing dad and partner ♥️ I love you HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL OF YOU ♥️♥️♥️
A post shared by Marie (@dianekruger) on Dec 31, 2018 at 11:09am PST
In saying goodbye to 2018, Kruger said hello to several “new beginnings” — her relationship with Reedus, their life with their little girl and so much more.
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