Barry Keoghan, the man who put the “fun” in dysfunctional family dynamics! This dashing 32-year-old star of Saltburn recently opened up about the wild ride of fatherhood and how it’s helped him understand his parents better. Spoiler alert: it’s not easy!
So, in case you’ve been living under a rock, Barry is the proud dad of a little legend named Brando—yes, you heard that right! He’s got a mini superhero with his ex, Alyson Sandro. Together, they’re basically the dynamic duo of parenting, navigating the chaos of toddler tantrums and bedtime stories.
While filming a video for the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (you know, just a casual day at the office), Barry got all reflective and stuff. He mused about how becoming a dad made him realize just how hard it must have been for his parents. He’s like, “Look, I’m not saying I need a medal, but have you tried juggling a kid and a cup of coffee? It’s a workout!”
“I’ve grown up and had my own son, and it hit me like a ton of bricks. My mom and dad had their hands full! And let’s not forget the good old care system, which, honestly, is as important as a solid Wi-Fi connection!”
Now, for some backstory: Barry’s early years were like a reality show no one signed up for. He lost his mother before his teenage years and ended up bouncing around 13 different foster homes. Talk about a game of musical chairs! But Barry’s using his star power to shine a light on the foster care experience. “Anything to do with kids and care, I’m always wanting to help,” he said, like a superhero without the cape, ready to save the day!
In a recent interview, our man Barry admitted he struggled with “trust issues” after his wild foster care adventures. I mean, can you blame him? It’s hard to trust when you’ve seen more homes than a real estate agent! But hey, he’s using his platform to spread awareness and maybe even change a few lives along the way. So here’s to Barry Keoghan, the dad who’s figuring it all out—one diaper at a time!
