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Sometimes a movie doesn’t just entertain, it touches your heart in a way that stays with you long after the credits roll.
That was the experience for Goldie Hawn and her longtime partner Kurt Russell, according to Hawn. In a recent panel discussion about Song Sung Blue, the new film starring their daughter Kate Hudson, Hawn shared a deeply personal reaction to watching an early cut of the movie.
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Key Takeaways
- Goldie Hawn says she and longtime partner Kurt Russell cried watching an early cut of their daughter Kate Hudson’s film Song Sung Blue.
- Hawn described it as one of the most emotional movie experiences she’s had, something she hadn’t felt since childhood.
- Russell reportedly called Hudson “possibly the greatest actress” after seeing her performance.
- The film’s themes of music, love, and “chosen family” resonated deeply with the family’s own blended dynamic.
The film, based on the true story of a Neil Diamond tribute band, follows Hudson’s character as she forms a musical partnership and romantic relationship with Hugh Jackman’s character. It blends emotional highs and lows with heartfelt music and family themes.
Hawn, 80, revealed that she and Russell were overcome with emotion during the screening. They held onto each other and cried, something Hawn said she hadn’t done in a movie since she was a child. That reaction wasn’t about sadness alone, but the powerful connection between what they saw on screen and the real emotions of seeing their daughter’s talent unfold.
It was a rare and vulnerable moment, especially for Russell, 74, known for his quiet strength. According to Hawn, Russell was so moved that he even called Hudson “possibly the greatest actress of all time”, a compliment he rarely gives.
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That level of praise from Russell tells part of the story. But the emotional reaction Hawn described, crying while watching her daughter’s performance, tells even more. It reflects not only pride in Hudson’s craft, but a deeper bond within their blended family.
Kate Hudson has spoken openly about how emotional the film was for her as well. She said during filming she cried daily, describing herself and her co-stars as “naturally emotional.” The film’s themes, about chosen family and the power of connection, also echo elements of Hudson’s own life, explaining why this project resonates so deeply with her and her parents.
Song Sung Blue has been praised for its heartfelt storytelling and strong performances. Hudson’s portrayal has already earned her award nominations and opened conversations about her range as an actress, from dramatic highs to musical scenes that showcase another side of her talent.
For Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell, watching their daughter grow into her own as an artist was more than professional pride. It was a moment that brought them back to the heart of family, memory, and the joy, and beauty, of shared emotion.
Sometimes, a movie isn’t just a movie. It’s a reminder of love, legacy, and all the ways life helps us connect, especially through the work of the people we cherish most.If stories like this, stories of family pride, heartfelt moments, and shared emotion, warm your heart, you’ll find many more at Simply Wholesome. Our site highlights uplifting real-life tales that celebrate connection, creativity, and the beauty of human experience.
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