Chad Michael Murray’s Kids Make Rare Appearance [PHOTOS]

Chad Michael Murray stepped out with some very special guests at the Los Angeles premiere of “Freakier Friday” on July 22, marking a rare public appearance for his family. The 43-year-old actor brought his wife, Sarah Roemer, and their two eldest children to the red carpet event, giving fans their first glimpse of the kids, who usually stay far from the Hollywood spotlight.

The family coordinated for the premiere, with Murray sporting a pink jacket and black trousers from Dsquared2’s spring-summer 2025 collection. His 9-year-old son complemented his father’s look in a baby blue suit paired with sneakers.

Roemer, the “Disturbia” actress, stunned in a mint green halter gown while their 8-year-old daughter matched her mother’s color palette in a green tulle dress featuring delicate flower embroidery. The couple has never publicly revealed their children’s names, having decided to protect their privacy.

This premiere appearance marked the first major red-carpet event for Murray’s children, a significant departure from the family’s usual approach to public life. The couple, who also welcomed a third child in 2023, has been intentionally private about their family life since their marriage in January 2015.

Family Life Away From Hollywood

Murray and Roemer have built their lifestyle around keeping their children grounded and away from the pressures of Hollywood fame. The family travels together for Murray’s work commitments, with Roemer homeschooling their children on the road.

“We travel the world together and It wouldn’t be possible without you. Homeschooling, pop quizzes, meals and every other mama task you can imagine,” Murray wrote in a Mother’s Day 2023 Instagram tribute to his wife.

The actor has been actively involved in his children’s activities, including coaching his son’s Little League team. “I was coaching little league football with my son and all the kids coming and we just had a camaraderie,” Murray shared with Etalk in 2023.

Despite his return to the spotlight with projects like “Sullivan’s Crossing” and the “Freaky Friday” sequel, Murray prioritizes being present for his family. “I want to be there,” he explained to Variety in November 2024, referring to his commitment to being involved in his children’s lives.

Murray has spoken about how fatherhood transformed his perspective on life and career. “It was the greatest thing that’s ever happened to me. I mean, having kids is just, it’s a game changer. I think you’re always walking around with the mentality that you want to make sure that they’re proud and represent them well. Just be a great leader,” he told Entertainment Tonight.

Home Traditions and Activities

The Murray-Roemer family enjoys creativity and traditions at home. According to social media posts, the children enjoy creating original songs. Roemer shared that their home “turns into a musical when people aren’t around.”

Murray has expressed pride in his children’s adventurous spirits and unique personalities. In 2022, he celebrated his daughter’s fearless nature on Instagram: “When your baby girl jumps off a tree & seamlessly rolls it into her favorite Super Hero Pose😂😂😂 #GirlDad #GirlDadAndDangProudOfIt I only wish I was as cool as her 😎”

The family also embraces holiday traditions together, with Murray comparing himself to Clark Griswold from “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.” “I absolutely love it,” he told Parade in 2023. “The kids go out with me, we listen to Christmas music, get the house ready. And we do this over the course of the holiday season.”

Murray’s children have already begun experiencing their father’s work in age-appropriate ways. Their daughter has watched his 2004 romantic comedy “A Cinderella Story.” Murray discovered this when he came home to find his wife and daughter watching it together.

“I came home from work and I saw my wife and my daughter sitting in bed,” Murray revealed to E! News in 2024. “I said, ‘What you watching?’ Right away I knew, she loved it.”

The family’s approach to balancing public and private life mirrors Murray’s evolution from early 2000s heartthrob to dedicated family man. “I’m really good at staying under the radar these days,” Murray previously told Bello magazine via E! Online. “My wife and I, we don’t go to the quote-unquote ‘cool’ places.”