Phoebe Cates was a rising star in the 1980s, known for hits like Gremlins. However, at the height of her career, she chose family over fame after marrying actor Kevin Kline in 1989. Their relationship, rooted in shared artistic passions, began with a chance meeting during a 1982 The Big Chill read-through. The couple prioritized family, alternating work schedules to raise their children, Owen and Greta, in a grounded environment.
Cates stepped away from acting to focus on motherhood, cooking meals, and managing their Manhattan home without outside help. Her dedication allowed Owen to thrive as a filmmaker and Greta as an indie musician. In 2005, she launched Blue Tree, an eclectic boutique. Now in their 35th year of marriage, Cates and Kline maintain a private, family-centered life, attending their children’s events and cherishing weekly dinners, far removed from Hollywood’s limelight.
