Naomi Watts Celebrates Daughter Kai's Modeling Debut at Khaite Fashion Show

The actress also marked the release of her new series "Love Story" and shared a Valentine's Day tribute to her family.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Naomi Watts had a big weekend, celebrating the release of her new series "Love Story" and supporting her 17-year-old daughter Kai as she walked in the Khaite fashion show during New York Fashion Week. Watts shared clips of Kai modeling on her Instagram, and also posted a Valentine's Day tribute to her husband Billy Crudup and her two children, Kai and Sasha.

Why it matters

Naomi Watts' daughter Kai is following in her mother's footsteps, making her modeling debut and pursuing a career in the fashion industry. This is a significant milestone for the young model, who has been open about her gender identity and aspirations to become a "supermodel." The story also highlights the close-knit Watts-Schreiber family and their support for each other's endeavors.

The details

Kai walked the runway for Khaite's latest fashion show, wearing sleek black trousers, a cropped crocodile-embossed leather jacket, and a smokey eye. Naomi Watts was in attendance and shared clips of Kai's runway walk on her Instagram Stories. Earlier in the day, Watts also posted a Valentine's Day tribute to her husband Billy Crudup, whom she married in 2023, as well as a photo of her two children, Kai and Sasha, wearing a "protect the dolls" t-shirt.

  • Kai made her official modeling debut in March 2025, walking for Valentino's Fall/Winter 2025 show.
  • Naomi Watts' new series "Love Story" was released over the Valentine's Day weekend in 2026.

The players

Naomi Watts

An acclaimed actress known for her roles in films like "All's Fair" and the upcoming Ryan Murphy biographical anthology series "Love Story," in which she plays Jackie Kennedy Onassis.

Kai

Naomi Watts' 17-year-old daughter, who is signed to IMG Models and made her modeling debut in 2025, walking for Valentino. Kai has expressed a desire to become a "supermodel" and pursue a career in the fashion industry.

Sasha

Naomi Watts' 18-year-old son, who recently graduated from Friends Seminary in New York City and has begun his collegiate studies at the University of Southern California, where he intends to study at the School of Dramatic Arts.

Billy Crudup

Naomi Watts' husband, whom she married in 2023.

Liev Schreiber

Naomi Watts' former partner and the father of her two children, Kai and Sasha.

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What they’re saying

“I want to be a supermodel. Period. I've been practicing my walks in the kitchen for years; my mom can show you all the videos I forced her to film. Struggling with gender identity from a young age most likely had something to do with it. I always wanted to grow up and be a beautiful, glamorous, influential woman, like Marilyn [Monroe].”

— Kai (Interview Magazine)

“School has never really been my strong suit. I see myself in the fashion industry. It's always been my dream. I'm not sure if college is for me, but we'll see when it rolls around. I like to go with the flow.”

— Kai (Interview Magazine)

What’s next

Kai's modeling career is expected to continue to grow, with more high-profile runway shows and campaigns likely in her future.

The takeaway

Naomi Watts' family is celebrating multiple milestones, from the release of her new series to her daughter Kai's modeling debut, showcasing the support and encouragement the family provides for each other's aspirations and achievements.