Viola Davis is gearing up for a special celebration: her daughter Genesis’ birthday! On Saturday, July 6, the Oscar-winning actress shared a heartfelt photo on Instagram featuring herself and her soon-to-be 14-year-old daughter.
“Me and my soon to be 14 yr old. Love her soooo much,” Davis captioned the post, highlighting the excitement for Genesis’ upcoming birthday on Wednesday, July 10.
In the charming photo, Davis looks chic in light wash straight-leg jeans and a cropped black zip-up sweater, accessorized with white platform sneakers, several neutral-colored bracelets, and a green head wrap. Genesis complements her mom’s style with beige cargo pants, a black tank top, and black sneakers. Her red and black braids are pulled into two playful ponytails.
The mother-daughter duo pose affectionately in a kitchen, with Davis’ arm lovingly wrapped around Genesis. The post garnered affectionate comments from several celebrities. Davis’ How to Get Away with Murder co-star Jack Falahee wished Genesis a happy birthday, while actress Octavia Spencer noted, “She’s as tall as you.” ABC journalist Deborah Roberts commented on Genesis’ beauty and maturity, and actress Tracie Thoms expressed amazement at how quickly Genesis has grown up.
Davis and her husband, Julius Tennon, welcomed Genesis into their family through adoption in October 2011. Reflecting on her parenting philosophy, Davis shared, “What I tell my daughter right now is, ‘Genesis, you are the love of your life.’ You have to start right now to have a radical love affair with yourself.”
Davis emphasized the importance of self-love and boundaries, a lesson she wishes she had learned earlier. “No one ever told me that I was the love of my life. I just counted myself out… I said, ‘Genesis, no, do not do that. You are the love of your life, you and you alone.'”
As Genesis approaches her 14th birthday, it’s clear that she is growing up with the wisdom and love of a devoted mother who cherishes every moment with her.
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