L'absence frappante d'Eric Roberts au mariage de sa fille Emma: "Qu'elle célèbre comme elle veut et avec qui elle veut"

Eric Roberts was absent from his daughter Emma Roberts' wedding, sparking speculation and discussion among fans and media. The ceremony took place on Saturday in Sun Valley, Idaho, where Emma married Cody John after four years of relationship. The intimate event was held at the groom's family estate and featured several Hollywood figures, including Emma’s aunt, Julia Roberts. Despite the presence of notable guests, Eric Roberts, who is 70 years old, did not attend the wedding. Instead, he was photographed leaving a gym in Los Angeles the day after the ceremony, hundreds of miles away from the location. In an interview with Page Six, Eric Roberts confirmed his absence and explained that it was Emma’s decision. He expressed his love for his daughter, emphasizing that she should celebrate as she wished. “I love my daughter, always have, always will. It’s wonderful that she can celebrate however and whoever she wants,” he told the outlet. This statement suggests that Emma chose not to include her father in the celebration, though the exact reasons remain unclear. Emma Roberts, born in 1991, is the child of Eric and Kelly Cunningham. She was primarily raised by her mother. Over the years, the relationship between Eric and Emma has been marked by periods of distance. In April, Eric denied that they were currently at odds, stating that public perception does not reflect their real bond. “Our relationship is complicated as viewed from outside… Because they don’t understand anything. So they have their own opinions, whatever they might be,” he said during an interview with the show Really Famous With Kara Mayer Robinson. He also admitted to being emotionally unreliable during Emma’s childhood, taking responsibility for not fulfilling his role as a parent. “I was a mess. You couldn’t rely on me emotionally at all.” The absence at the wedding reignited rumors about the complex dynamic between Eric and Emma over the years. Their relationship has often been scrutinized, particularly due to Eric’s past struggles with substance abuse. In 2018, he spoke candidly about his estrangement from both his sister Julia and his daughter. “It wasn’t a fight. I loved my sisters deeply. They were very important to me, and there were times we were very close. We felt protective of each other, but the hardest person to protect is oneself,” he told Vanity Fair. Eric’s strained relationship with his sister Julia also played a role in their family dynamics. The two had long-standing tensions, which were exacerbated by Eric’s separation from Kelly Cunningham, Emma’s mother. During this time, Kelly aligned herself with Julia, supporting her in the custody battle for Emma. This period saw increased friction between the siblings, with Julia standing firmly behind her niece. However, the relationship between Julia and Emma has remained positive. Despite the family conflicts, the two actresses have consistently supported one another publicly. Julia and Emma have frequently appeared together, showing solidarity in interviews and social media posts. Their bond appears unaffected by the disputes involving their father. The absence of Eric Roberts from his daughter’s wedding has once again brought attention to the complexities of their relationship. While the exact motivations behind his absence remain undisclosed, it seems to be a personal choice made by Emma. As the family continues to navigate these intricate connections, the focus remains on the individuals involved and their ongoing relationships.