Hollywood icon Jude Law has welcomed his seventh child, with wife Phillipa Coan, expanding his already diverse family that includes five older children from previous relationships, many of whom are following in their parents’ creative footsteps.
Jude Law, celebrated for his captivating roles in films like The Talented Mr. Ripley and The Grand Budapest Hotel, is also a devoted father to seven children. The Hollywood star and his wife, Phillipa Coan, were recently seen navigating Heathrow Airport with a newborn baby and their other young child, confirming the expansion of their family to seven members.
Law, who married business psychologist Phillipa Coan in May 2019, has always spoken warmly about fatherhood. He confirmed the birth of his sixth child (his first with Coan) in September 2020 on The Tonight Show, expressing his joy about nesting with his family during the pandemic. The couple reportedly welcomed their seventh child, a second together, in 2023, cementing Law’s role as a patriarch to a bustling, creative clan.
The Law Family Tree: Seven Distinct Journeys
Jude Law’s children, spanning three decades, each bring their unique talents and personalities to the forefront, with many embracing the limelight inherited from their famous parents.
Rafferty “Raff” Jellicoe Frost Law, 29
Born on October 6, 1996, Rafferty Law is Jude’s eldest child with ex-wife and actress Sadie Frost. At 29, Rafferty has forged a multifaceted career in acting, modeling, and music. He made his feature film debut in 2021’s Twist and is noted for his role in the 2024 Apple TV+ miniseries Masters of the Air. He’s also a runway model for brands like DKNY and Dolce & Gabbana and plays in the band Outer Stella Overdrive.
Rafferty has often addressed the comparisons to his famous father. In a 2021 interview with GQ Hype, he shared, “There’s that comparison all the time and I find it quite funny, because obviously we’re going to look quite similar — he’s my dad.” He added that his parents have always been supportive of his creative passions.
Iris Tallulah Elizabeth Law, 24
Born on October 25, 2000, Iris Law is Jude and Sadie’s only daughter and second child. At 24, she has made a significant name for herself in the fashion world, becoming a Burberry Beauty ambassador in 2017 and later Dior Beauty’s U.K. ambassador. She has graced runways for Versace and Missoni, and in October 2025, made her runway debut as a Victoria’s Secret Angel.
Beyond modeling, Iris is also an actress, appearing in the 2022 Hulu miniseries Pistol. She attributes her strong work ethic and passion for fashion to her family, telling British Vogue in 2020 that her dad always encouraged self-expression through clothes. She also shared with the Evening Standard that her dad provides “great tips” for auditions, alongside life morals like politeness and attentiveness.
Rudy Indiana Otis Law, 23
Born on September 10, 2002, Rudy Law is the youngest child of Jude and Sadie Frost. Now 23, Rudy has also dipped his toes into the entertainment world, appearing in the 2013 short film Dotty alongside his mother. He is currently represented as a model by Tess Management.
Despite his parents’ divorce when he was young, Sadie Frost has highlighted their continued close co-parenting relationship, describing them as “best friends” who raise their children together, a testament to the supportive environment Rudy grew up in.
Sophia Law, 16
Jude Law welcomed his fourth child, daughter Sophia Law, on September 22, 2009, with model Samantha Burke. Sophia, now 16, was born in Florida. Their relationship began while Law was filming Sherlock Holmes in New York City in 2008.
Law’s representative confirmed the pregnancy and his commitment to being a “fully supportive part of the child’s life,” despite no longer being in a relationship with Burke. Sophia lives a private life with her mother, with little public information available about her teenage years.
Ada Law, 10
Ada Law, Jude’s fifth child, was born on March 15, 2015, with singer-songwriter and The Voice U.K. alum Catherine Harding (also known as Cat Cavelli). Now 10, Ada is reportedly a “born performer,” according to her mother, who often shares videos of her confidently singing and playing piano on Instagram.
Despite their separation, Harding has consistently praised Law’s parenting, telling the Irish Mirror that he’s a “good dad” who sees Ada regularly with her siblings. Law’s representatives confirmed Ada’s birth in 2015, requesting privacy for the family.
The Youngest Laws: With Phillipa Coan
Law and Phillipa Coan, a business psychologist and sustainability activist, married in a private ceremony in 2019 after being linked since 2015. They have maintained a discreet approach to their family life, particularly concerning their two young children.
- Their first child, Law’s sixth, was born in September 2020. This child is now 5 years old.
- Their second child, Law’s seventh, was reportedly welcomed in 2023 and is now 2 years old.
Law has expressed immense joy about these new additions. In a 2020 interview with People, he described fatherhood as “really wonderful,” appreciating the opportunity to “nest and enjoy each other’s company” during the period of his sixth child’s birth.
A Father’s Pride and Principles
Jude Law has consistently emphasized the importance of fatherhood over his illustrious acting career. In a 2009 interview with Parade, he stated, “Being a daddy is what counts,” noting how his daughter made him realize the transformative power of parenthood. He cherishes the stable and healthy family existence he shares with Phillipa, which includes his adult children and the joy brought by his younger ones.
His children, particularly Rafferty and Iris, have openly discussed their father’s influence and support as they navigate their own careers in acting and modeling. Law’s philosophy has always been to encourage his children to follow their passions, work hard, and express themselves authentically, creating a legacy that extends far beyond the silver screen.
