People Excited to See Hayden Christensen & Rachel Bilson's Rarely-Seen Daughter Briar Rose, 10

After her mom divulged details about her personality in August 2024, the rarely-seen 10-year-old was spotted out with her dad at a sports event, where they shared a special moment.

Hollywood star Hayden Christensen recently took his and fellow A-lister Rachel Bilson's beloved daughter out to a Chicago Cubs home game at Wrigley Field. Photos and an endearing video of the father-daughter duo have captured a lot of attention online, as some netizens were quite surprised to learn of Briar Rose Christensen's existence. Meanwhile, others debated which parent the little girl looks like most.

Clad in matching Chicago Cubs gear, Hayden and Briar Rose appeared every bit the devoted pair as they stepped into the public eye for a rare day out. The ten-year-old wore a classic Cubs jersey and a blue-and-white cap, her long hair tucked neatly underneath, while a bright smile lit up her face.

Hayden, who beamed beside her from the announcer's booth, mirrored his daughter's look with a similar jersey and team cap.

During the seventh-inning stretch, the father-daughter duo shared a heartfelt moment, performing a lively duet of "Take Me Out to the Ballgame." With his arm lovingly wrapped around Briar's shoulder, Hayden enthusiastically called out, "Alright, Cubs fans, let me hear ya!"

With an infectious energy, the pair counted off together, "And a one, and a two, and a three," before launching into the song. Their voices rang out in unison as the stadium crowd clapped, cheered, and even joined in for parts of the classic anthem.

The genuine joy between them was palpable, punctuated by laughter and loving glances. At the end of their performance, Briar gleefully tossed something into the field before Hayden ended the moment with a spirited, "Alright, let's get some runs!"

The heartwarming moment between Hayden and Briar quickly made waves online, prompting an outpouring of comments from fans who were stunned—and charmed—by the unexpected sighting.

"Wait they had a kid together?????where have I been [sic]??" penned one bewildered viewer. Echoing the sentiment, another added, "I had no idea they had a baby together.. i [sic] just thought they had a fling. How awesome!"

As images and clips of the outing circulated, many couldn't help but weigh in on Briar's appearance, particularly how much she resembles her famous parents. "Same smile, but she looks more like Hayden," observed one spectator.

"It's her twin in blonde," another chimed in, while someone else noted, "She definitely has her moms [sic] eyes." Others continued the commentary, with one person stating, "Looks like daddy but has mommy's smile," and another complimenting, "So pretty like her mom."

Beyond the comparisons, many were simply touched by the sweetness of the moment. "This is adorable 😍," swooned one admirer, while another gushed, "She's beautiful 😍."

As social media buzzed with love for the father-daughter moment, the sighting also served as a reminder of the solid foundation Hayden and his ex, Rachel, have built for their child. A foundation that, according to "The O.C." star herself, is filled with love, care, communication, and unwavering support.

In August 2024, a year before Briar's ballpark debut, Rachel opened up about their co-parenting journey during an interview with People, offering a rare glimpse into the family dynamic behind the scenes.

"Everything's good. Everything's in a really good place," Rachel shared. "She is so beautifully flourishing and has the support completely surrounding her from every side."

Rachel also touched on Briar's unique outlook on growing up, revealing, "Oh, my God, it's crazy. She does not want to get old. She likes being young. She's not one of those kids that just wants to speed it up and have a car and all that [sic]."

Beyond her daughter's youthful charm, Rachel expressed immense pride in the kind of person Briar is becoming. "You know what I love? She is kind and [sic] that's the best thing that you can hear or want for your kid," she divulged. Even other parents, Rachel noted, have remarked on Briar's kindness, which is something that fills the doting mom with pride.

Speaking candidly about their tight-knit bond, Rachel described the closeness they share, expressing, "It's so crazy, we're pretty inseparable. We have a very, very close relationship. We're not usually ever apart for long."

She went on to highlight the openness of their communication, expressing how Briar is very candid with her emotions and experiences with peers at school.

Aside from divulging information about her daughter, Rachel has also previously addressed the challenges of her romantic past. In 2023, during an appearance on Bill Maher's podcast, the actress opened up about the end of relationships.

When the host asked her why her previous partnership ultimately unraveled, Rachel responded, "Time, you know, things happen, things change. It was difficult... There were many difficult things..."

The actress didn't shy away from acknowledging the complexities of long-term commitment, noting how even the strongest relationships are tested.

"Even in my long term, there was like a little separation a little earlier on, and then back together, and then having a kid and then, you know, just different—he was from a different place and like wanted to spend more time there, and just like, sometimes things just don't gel," she explained.

Though she admitted to moments of strain and separation in the past, Rachel's reflections highlighted not bitterness but acceptance. Her words also underscored the understanding that not every love story is built to last, yet they can still pave the way for something meaningful.

Today, what endures between her and Hayden Christensen is a shared devotion to their daughter, a bond strong enough to transcend the challenges of the past. And with Briar continuing to thrive, it's clear that for both parents, family remains the heart of their story.