Top 15 Celebrity Mothers Who Had Kids at an Older Age

From surprise pregnancies in their 40s to heartfelt journeys marked by heartbreak and triumph, these Hollywood powerhouses prove that there's no "right" time to start a family — only the time that's right for you. Motherhood doesn't always follow a traditional timeline — especially in Hollywood. In this countdown of women who had children at 36 or older, we're highlighting the top 15 stars who embraced parenthood later in life, with the most inspiring moms at the end! 15. Julianne MooreMoore welcomed her first child in 1997 when she was 36 years old. Five years later, in 2002, she gave birth to her daughter at 41. Despite being deep into a thriving Hollywood career, the actress embraced motherhood on her own timeline — a move that proved timing doesn't follow a script. 14. Naomi WattsWatt