Brian Austin Green and Sharna Burgess Address Parenting Criticism and Public Scrutiny

Brian Austin Green and his fiancée, Sharna Burgess, have found themselves navigating public scrutiny due to their unique family dynamic, often targeted over their children’s appearance. The couple shares a two-year-old son, Zane, and Burgess is a stepmother to Green’s three sons with ex-wife Megan Fox: Noah, Bodhi, and Journey River, as well as Green’s son, Kassius, from a previous relationship.

In a candid discussion on the “Between Us Moms” podcast, Burgess expressed her desire to keep her family’s life private, despite several offers for reality television. “Oh God no, we’ve been asked,” Burgess said. She emphasized maintaining privacy, “I want to keep my kids out of that.” This sentiment is echoed by Green and Fox, who wish to shield their children from the invasive nature of public life.

The couple has faced accusations, including forcing their children to conform to certain gender norms. These claims arise from photos and public appearances where Green and Fox’s children are seen with long hair or wearing dresses. Addressing these accusations, Burgess stated, “We already get media articles like I’m forcing Zane to be a girl because I haven’t cut his hair yet.”

Megan Fox has also publicly tackled these criticisms. In an interview with Glamour UK, she shared that her eldest son, Noah, has worn dresses since he was two. She bought books that celebrate individual expression to foster an inclusive environment for her children. “I can’t control the way other people react to my children,” Fox remarked, emphasizing the importance of shielding her children from undue attention.

Both Burgess and Green actively share glimpses of their family life on social media, celebrating milestones and sharing special moments. Burgess noted the harmony in their blended family dynamics during an appearance on the “Quite Frankly” podcast, praising the positive relationships among the children.

The couple maintains that their parenting styles, though differing, are guided by the same moral compass, as Green disclosed in an earlier conversation with Fox News Digital. Their united front in parenting affirms their commitment to raising their children away from the intense scrutiny of public life.