Julia Roberts’ Husband Makes Her Feel Like One Pretty Woman! Get to Know Danny Moder

Danny Grew Up in Los Angeles

Danny and Julia started their family two years after walking down the aisle. In November 2004, the twosome welcomed twins Phinnaeus Moder and Hazel Moder. The Golden Globe winner and her hubby completed their brood when their youngest son, Henry Moder, arrived in June 2007.

Although the Normal Heart creator and Julia do their best to keep their kiddos away from the spotlight, Danny was spotted out and about with his sons in August 2020. Phinnaeus and Henry looked so grown up as they helped their dad with groceries during a trip to the store in Malibu, California.

While chatting with Closer in 2018, Julia dished nothing makes her happier than being at home with Danny and their three children. “I love them unconditionally,” she shared. “They all have a very keen sense of humor. I really hope they get that from me — because that’s what I tell everybody!”

He’s Accomplished

After graduating college, Danny started his career in the film industry when he landed a gig as a production assistant for the 1995 movie Crimson Tide. According to IMDb, he went on to work on the set of several other films, including The Big Tease, Enemy of the State, Tuesdays with Morrie and The Brave.

Danny first worked as a cinematographer on the short comedy film Kid Quick in 2000. His success in Hollywood continued throughout the next two decades as he worked on movies such as Border, Fireflies in the Garden, Highland Park, Plush and much more. He was also recognized for his service on 2014’s The Normal Heart —which starred his wife — as he was nominated for a Primetime Emmy.

Although collaborating with your spouse can be complicated, Julia once told Closer Weekly she “[loves] working with him!”

He Was Previously Married

Prior to living a life of wedded bliss with Julia, Danny was married to his first wife, Vera Steimberg. The former couple tied the knot in 1997, but called it quits when Danny met Julia in 2000. Their divorce was finalized by early 2002.

Danny Is a Doting Dad

Danny and Julia started their family two years after walking down the aisle. In November 2004, the twosome welcomed twins Phinnaeus Moder and Hazel Moder. The Golden Globe winner and her hubby completed their brood when their youngest son, Henry Moder, arrived in June 2007.

Although the Normal Heart creator and Julia do their best to keep their kiddos away from the spotlight, Danny was spotted out and about with his sons in August 2020. Phinnaeus and Henry looked so grown up as they helped their dad with groceries during a trip to the store in Malibu, California.

While chatting with Closer in 2018, Julia dished nothing makes her happier than being at home with Danny and their three children. “I love them unconditionally,” she shared. “They all have a very keen sense of humor. I really hope they get that from me — because that’s what I tell everybody!”

Danny Is a Surfing Enthusiast

When he’s not creating motion pictures, Danny loves to spend his time surfing. In fact, he’s traveled tons of places just to ride some of the world’s best waves, including the time when Julia took her family on a “surf trip to Fiji” in June 2018.

“She knew it would be a great way to thank Danny for being her rock. They took off for a week to Tavarua Island, a family-friendly surf resort known for its world-class waves, with some friends of Danny’s, their spouses and their kids,” a source told Now to Love at the time. “Julia flew most of the group out on her plane and they had the whole island to themselves.”

It was also reported she bought Danny a private surf shack in Malibu, California for nearly $6 million in 2017. Julia sure loves her man!

So Romantic

Danny is always sharing sweet posts about his stunning wife on Instagram to give a glimpse into their relationship. The cinematographer posted a selfie of the couple on July 4, 2021, to celebrate a special milestone. 

“Today we start our 20th year of marriage,” he captioned the post. “This photo was on a dusty road before that big idea … just holding on to this beautiful girl one day at a time. One epic day at a time.”