Yay for supportive dads! Judd Apatow turned into a complete “puddle” of emotions while watching his daughter Maude’s performance in HBO’s Euphoria. The renowned director couldn’t contain his pride for his daughter’s role in the show, which is known for its intense themes of addiction, loss, and risky behavior. Speaking to ET on the red carpet at the 74th Annual Directors Guild of America Awards, he expressed just how moved he was by Maude’s portrayal of Lexi. “I’m just in a puddle,” Apatow shared. “I was crying and just overwhelmed… I can’t wait to watch it again because it was so emotional, both for the show itself and for how incredible she was.”
Euphoria, now in its second season, has earned a multitude of nominations and awards, including an Emmy win for Zendaya as Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series. Although Apatow was there to host the awards ceremony, he couldn’t resist taking a moment to highlight his daughter’s remarkable work. While many parents might be unsettled by the show’s storylines surrounding Maude’s character, this isn’t the first time Apatow has seen Maude tackle challenging material. He directed her in his own films, Knocked Up (2007) and This Is 40 (2012), where she delivered some pretty mature jokes as Leslie Mann’s daughter—who also happens to be her real-life mom and Apatow’s wife.
Maude’s journey started under her father’s watchful eye, but she has since carved out her own path with roles in shows like HBO’s Girls. In 2019, she landed her significant role in Euphoria and also appeared as Pete Davidson’s younger sister in The King of Staten Island in 2020. Like any proud dad, Apatow is thrilled to see his daughter thriving in a field she loves. “It’s just wonderful when your kids are succeeding and working,” he remarked, adding that both he and Mann are “overjoyed” that Maude is doing what she loves and excelling at it.
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Judd Apatow expressed overwhelming pride and emotion while watching his daughter, Maude, perform in HBO’s Euphoria. On the red carpet at the Directors Guild of America Awards, he described himself as a “puddle” of feelings, excited to see Maude’s incredible talent shine through her role as Lexi. Their family ties have intertwined in past projects, and Apatow is thrilled to see his daughter pursuing her passion successfully.