At 79, Hollywood icon Goldie Hawn has lived a life filled with laughter, love, and legendary roles.
But in a recent emotional sit-down, the ever-radiant actress made a shocking confession that stopped fans in their tracks. Known for her enduring partnership with Kurt Russell and her bubbly on-screen charm, Goldie opened up about a moment—and a man—that left a mark on her soul.
“He was the only one who could do that to me,” she said quietly, her voice trembling with emotion.
But who was she talking about? Was it Kurt? A long-lost love? The answer surprised even those closest to her.
Not What You’d Expect
While many assumed she was referring to longtime partner Kurt Russell, the man Goldie called “the only one” wasn’t her current love. In a moment of raw honesty, she revealed she was talking about her father, Edward Rutledge Hawn.
A Deeper Wound Than We Knew
Goldie described how her father’s emotional distance during her childhood shaped not only her relationships—but also her understanding of love and approval.
“I could win an Oscar, land a leading role, even become America’s sweetheart, but if he didn’t acknowledge it—it hurt more than I could ever admit.”
It was only later in life, after decades of self-reflection, therapy, and raising her own children, that Goldie fully understood the deep need for validation she had carried from him.
The Healing Came Later
Despite the emotional challenges, Goldie confessed that he also taught her resilience, often in unintentional ways. She credited him with the drive that made her so fiercely independent, saying,
“He didn’t praise me—but he made me strong. He didn’t protect me—but he taught me how to stand up for myself.”
And in one of her most vulnerable moments, she admitted:
“He was the only one who could make me feel invisible—and that’s why I spent a lifetime proving I existed.”
Kurt Russell’s Role in Her Healing
Goldie also touched on how Kurt Russell, her partner of over 40 years, became the one person who never needed her to perform, who saw the real woman beneath the fame and made her feel “seen.”
“Kurt didn’t try to fix me. He just loved me. And that’s what healed the parts of me my father couldn’t.”