Eric Roberts Expresses Pride in Daughter Emma’s Acting Career

Actor Eric Roberts has shared his admiration for his daughter, Emma Roberts, known for her roles in popular TV shows like ‘American Horror Story’ and ‘Scream Queens.’ Even though they keep their relationship private, Eric emphasized how proud he is of Emma every day. He particularly mentioned that her recent romantic comedy film ‘Maybe I Do‘ has been his favorite so far.

Eric, who is the brother of Hollywood star Julia Roberts, expressed his affection for Emma on social media on her 32nd birthday. In a heartfelt message, he referred to her as his precious daughter and expressed his belief in her growth and potential.

In an interview, Eric revealed that watching Emma’s career has been a delightful experience, especially since she had no prior professional training. He described her journey as on-the-job training and expressed his love for her work.

Emma Roberts is Eric’s only child from his relationship with his ex-partner Kelly Cunningham. In addition to being a father, Eric is also a stepfather to two children with his wife Eliza Roberts. However, Eric expressed that being a grandfather is the best job on the planet and cherishes every moment spent with his four grandchildren, including Emma’s son Rhodes.

At 67 years old, Eric has an extensive acting career with numerous notable projects to his name, including his role in ‘The King of the Gypsies.’ Although he admits to slowing down a bit, he does not plan to stop anytime soon, with 89 projects currently in the works.

Eric shared that he continues to receive offers from around the world on a daily basis. He considers acting a fun and rewarding experience that has allowed him to see the world, and he is grateful for the opportunities it has provided.

When it comes to choosing projects, Eric is open to working with filmmakers from all backgrounds, including emerging talents. He believes in giving opportunities and education to aspiring filmmakers, even if their movies might not gain widespread recognition.

Currently, Eric can be seen in the movie ‘The Private Eye,’ where he stars alongside Matt Rife, a stand-up comedian whom Eric admires for his humor and talent.