Sandra Bullock’s Son Louis Made Her a Mom: Photos of the Actress’ 1st Child Growing Up

Sandra Bullock‘s life changed for the better when she became the mom of her son, Louis Bardo Bullock, in 2010. The Oscar winner adopted her first child when he was just a baby, and he’s grown up so much over the years.

Sandra was inspired to pursue adoption following Hurricane Katrina, which came five years before her 2010 divorce from ex-husband Jesse James. Following Louis’ arrival, she expanded her family when she adopted her second child, Laila Bullock, in 2015. Later that year, she began dating L.A.-based photographer Bryan Randall.

“[They] have truly [become] one big, happy family,” an insider exclusively told Closer in May 2021.

The family was “doing better than ever” when it came to parenting and their relationship, the source added.

“He’s fully committed to [Sandra] and the kids and she knows this,” the insider proclaimed. “The kids have been calling [Bryan] ‘Daddy’ forever, and to this day, it puts the biggest smile on his face.” 

Bryan’s death at age 57 was announced on August 7, 2023, after a private three-year battle with ALS. 

“It is with great sadness that we share that on August 5, Bryan Randall passed away peacefully after a three-year battle with ALS,” his family shared in a statement to People. “Bryan chose early to keep his journey with ALS private and those of us who cared for him did our best to honor his request.”

To see photos of Sandra Bullock’s eldest child over the years, scroll through the gallery below.