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Patrick Dempsey Reveals His Kids Give Him Advice on His Scripts
The actor says his children have "very straightforward" opinions on his work.
Jan. 29, 2026 at 2:31pm
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Patrick Dempsey, star of the new series The Memory of a Killer, shared that he often gets advice on his scripts from his three children - daughter Talula, 23, and 18-year-old twin boys Darby and Sullivan. Dempsey said his kids, especially his daughter and one of his sons, are "very straightforward" when it comes to giving their opinions on his work. The actor and his wife Jillian Dempsey have been proud parents as their twins recently graduated from high school in Santa Monica, California.
Why it matters
Dempsey's comments highlight the unique dynamic between celebrities and their children, where the kids can provide honest, unfiltered feedback on their parent's creative projects. This speaks to the evolving nature of parent-child relationships as children become young adults and gain more independence. Dempsey's willingness to listen to his kids' opinions also shows his commitment to being an engaged, hands-on father.
The details
In a recent interview on Today with Jenna & Sheinelle, Dempsey revealed that his daughter Talula and one of his twin sons are particularly helpful in providing feedback on his scripts. "My daughter is very good at that and my son as well," he said. "They are very straightforward when it comes to their opinion." Dempsey and his wife Jillian are parents to three children - Talula, 23, and 18-year-old twins Darby and Sullivan. The couple's twins recently graduated from the Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences in Santa Monica, California, with Dempsey and Jillian proudly celebrating the milestone on social media.
- Dempsey's twins, Darby and Sullivan, graduated from high school in May 2026.
- Dempsey was interviewed on Today with Jenna & Sheinelle in January 2026.
The players
Patrick Dempsey
A 60-year-old American actor known for his roles in TV shows like Grey's Anatomy and films such as Enchanted. He is currently starring in the new series The Memory of a Killer.
Jillian Dempsey
Patrick Dempsey's wife of over 20 years. She is a makeup artist and the founder of the beauty brand Jillian Dempsey.
Talula Dempsey
Patrick and Jillian Dempsey's 23-year-old daughter.
Darby Dempsey
One of Patrick and Jillian Dempsey's 18-year-old twin sons.
Sullivan Dempsey
One of Patrick and Jillian Dempsey's 18-year-old twin sons.
What they’re saying
“My daughter is very good at that and my son as well. They are very straightforward when it comes to their opinion.”
— Patrick Dempsey, Actor (Today with Jenna & Sheinelle)
What’s next
Dempsey's children are now young adults, and it will be interesting to see how their relationship and creative collaborations evolve as the twins pursue their next steps after high school.
The takeaway
Dempsey's openness to his children's honest feedback on his work showcases the unique dynamic that can develop between celebrity parents and their growing children. This willingness to listen demonstrates Dempsey's commitment to being an engaged, hands-on father as his kids navigate young adulthood.
