Star-Studded Lineup: A Sneak Peek Into Celebrity Parents Sending Their Kids to Summer Camp: Jennifer Garner, Jenna Dewan, and Beyond!

Celebrity parents have been known to send their children to summer camp, just like regular parents. Jennifer Garner, for instance, shared an Instagram photo in August 2019 of a craft made by one of her kids at camp. The caption expressed gratitude for the experiences and memories gained at camp, from scraped knees and tree climbing to friendship bracelets and role model counselors. Summer camp is truly a special place for children to create lasting memories.

Garner is a mother to her daughters Violet and Seraphina, as well as her son Samuel, whom she shares with her former husband Ben Affleck. She was married to Affleck in 2005 but their marriage ended in 2015.

Following her divorce, Garner started dating John Miller in October 2018. Although the couple broke up in August 2020, they reconciled less than a year later, as reported by Us Weekly.

In July 2022, a source revealed to Us that Garner and Miller were increasing their involvement in each other's children's lives. Miller has a daughter named Caroline and a son named John from his previous marriage to Caroline Campbell. According to the source, they frequently meet up at each other's homes, sometimes for a casual glass of wine or a quiet dinner date to escape public scrutiny.

Meanwhile, in July 2022, Affleck tied the knot with Jennifer Lopez.

Jenna Dewan, the former spouse of Channing Tatum, has been open about her experiences with her children's summer camp. Over the years, she has posted pictures and videos of her daughter, Everly, attending camp. Dewan is the mother of two children: Everly, whom she shares with Tatum, and son Callum with her fiancé, Steve Kazee.

In a July 2022 Instagram Story, the Step Up actress expressed her emotions as her daughter grows up and desires to go to sleepaway camp. Dewan revealed that Everly asked for 20 hugs from her younger brother, Callum, before leaving for camp.

Dewan has previously spoken about the unique bond between Everly and Kazee, emphasizing their beautiful connection. She expressed this sentiment to Us in November 2021, also mentioning how Callum, their younger sibling, seems to be following in his older sister's footsteps, ready to partake in any and every activity she engages in.

Dewan took to Instagram in August 2021 to express her concerns about the age difference between her children, Evelyn and Callum. However, she soon realized that worrying about this was futile and advised her followers to trust in the natural bond that would develop between siblings.

Scroll below to see which celebrities have sent their kids off to summer camp over the years:

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Celebrity Parents Who Have Sent Their Kids to Summer Camp Over the Years: Jennifer Garner, Jenna Dewan and More

Celebrity parents have embraced the tradition of sending their children to camp for a summer full of excitement and adventure. Jennifer Garner, for instance, shared a heartfelt Instagram post in August 2019, expressing her gratitude for the memorable experiences her kids had at camp. She highlighted moments like scraped knees, climbing trees, and the joy of hearing "You've got a friend" from the bathtub. Garner also appreciated the rosy cheeks, easy bedtimes, and the cherished memories of nicknames and friendship bracelets. She acknowledged the influence of role model counselors and camp directors who tirelessly dedicate themselves to the well-being of the campers. Furthermore, Garner expressed her appreciation for the crafts that her children brought home, each inscribed with the word "mama." Overall, she extended her sincere thanks to summer camp for providing her children with unforgettable experiences.

Garner is the mother to her three children, daughters Violet and Seraphina, and son Samuel, whom she shares with her former husband Ben Affleck. Affleck and Garner got married in 2005 but ended their marriage in 2015.

Following their divorce, Garner started dating John Miller in October 2018. Although the couple broke up in August 2020, they decided to reconcile less than a year later, as reported by Us Weekly.

Garner and Miller have been reportedly increasing their involvement with each other's children, according to a source in July 2022. Miller, who shares a daughter named Caroline and a son named John with his ex-wife Caroline Campbell, often arrange meetings at their respective homes. These encounters range from enjoying a casual glass of wine to having a private and relaxed dinner date, away from any unwanted attention. On a separate note, Affleck tied the knot with Jennifer Lopez in July 2022.

Jenna Dewan, the former spouse of Channing Tatum, has been open about her experiences of sending her daughter, Everly, to summer camp throughout the years. Alongside Everly, Dewan also has a son named Callum with her fiancé, Steve Kazee.

In July 2022, the Step Up actress took to her Instagram Story to share a heartfelt moment as she reflected on her daughter's growth. Dewan mentioned how Everly had expressed her desire to attend sleepaway camp and had requested 20 hugs from her brother, Callum.

Dewan has previously mentioned the unique bond between Everly and Kazee, emphasizing their beautiful connection. In November 2021, she expressed how Callum, their son, is naturally inclined to follow in his older sister's footsteps and participate in all the activities she engages in.

Dewan expressed her concerns regarding the age difference between her children, Evelyn and Callum, who were born in 2013 and 2020 respectively. However, she later realized that worrying about their bond was futile and advised others to trust in the natural course of their relationship.

Scroll below to see which celebrities have sent their kids off to summer camp over the years:

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Jenna Dewan

Dewan experienced a wave of emotions when she sent her daughter, Everly, to sleepaway camp for the first time in July 2022. She managed to hold herself together until they reached the car, but the pride and sentimentality overwhelmed her.

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Rachel Zoe

Zoe shared an Instagram video in August 2022, capturing the moment she picked up her son from camp. In the caption, she playfully admitted to being the kind of mom who gets emotional and cries during such moments. Alongside the video, Zoe expressed her love by running up to embrace her child. Zoe, a celebrity stylist, is happily married to Rodger Berman and they have two sons together, Skyler and Kaius, born in 2011 and 2013 respectively.

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Giada De Laurentiis

In July 2022, Giada De Laurentiis, a renowned star of the Food Network, joyfully dropped off her daughter, Jade, at camp. To commemorate this special milestone, De Laurentiis took to Instagram and shared a heartwarming photo. Alongside the picture, she expressed her immense pride in Jade, writing, "Made it to camp! So proud of you Jadey! #mommymoments."

De Laurentiis welcomed Jade in March 2008 with her ex-husband Todd Thompson. The two called it quits in 2015. After the split, the chef began dating TV producer Shane Farley.

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Mario Lopez

Lopez's son Dominic, whom he shares with wife Courtney Mazza, attended a wrestling camp during the summer of 2022. The Saved by the Bell alum took to Instagram in August 2022 to proudly announce, "Dominic López is the CAMPER OF THE WEEK! Congratulations mijo... #wrestlingcamp #CalPoly."

Having tied the knot in 2012, Lopez and Mazza are parents to three children. Their eldest, Gia, was born in 2010, followed by Dominic in 2013, and Santino in July 2019. In December 2019, the Access Hollywood host revealed his openness to expanding their family further.

“I always told her [Courtney] I’d like to keep going if it was up to me, but I’m not the one having them,” he told Us at the time.

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Hank Azaria

Azaria left his son, Hal, at camp in June 2022. He shared his emotions through pictures 2 and 3 in an Instagram post during that time. Hal was born in 2009 and is the child of Azaria and his wife, Katie Wright, who got married in 2007.

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Sari Lennick

Lennick sends her son, Dylan, to Iverbe Day and Sports Camp, which has programs at several schools in Los Angeles.

The Serious Man actress revealed to The Hollywood Reporter in August 2018 that Water Day at Culver City's Bill Botts Field is a must-attend event for anyone who's anyone from the Westside. She mentioned that her son is particularly fond of this event, where kids spend the day running around on a mountainside, engaging in water gun battles. Lennick expressed that this type of camp experience is something we all wish we had. Dylan, her son, was born in August 2007 and is Alan Lennick's and her husband.

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Jennifer Garner

On social media, Garner recently expressed her excitement about sending her and Affleck's three children – Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel, born in 2005, 2009, and 2012 respectively – off to summer camp. She shared a heartwarming moment on Instagram, where she showcased a craft made by one of her kids, expressing her gratitude to the summer camp for fostering their creativity.

Affleck and Garner's coparenting relationship has been continuously changing since their split in 2015, particularly with Affleck's marriage to Lopez in 2022. According to a source, they view coparenting as an ongoing process and are dedicated to prioritizing the well-being of their children. They actively communicate and hold regular meetings to stay on top of things. Even if they have differences, they keep it private and ensure that it doesn't affect their children. They consistently present a happy front for their kids, always putting their needs first.

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Molly Shannon

Shannon decided to enroll her daughter, Stella, in the prestigious Youth Academy of Dramatic Arts located in Los Angeles. Notably, this renowned theater school has also been attended by the children of famous actors such as Mark Wahlberg, Felicity Huffman, and Max Greenfield.

Shannon, who is a former Saturday Night Live member, shared in a review in May 2018 that YADA brings out the magical qualities that children possess. She emphasized that theater, in general, is a wonderful outlet for kids to learn how to present themselves on stage. At YADA, children have the opportunity to perform alongside their friends, be silly, and have fun. Shannon's daughter, Stella, absolutely adores YADA and considers it a truly enchanting place with exceptional teachers. According to Shannon, the productions at YADA are of top-notch quality, and she finds it heartwarming that such a place exists in Los Angeles. Shannon married her husband, Fritz Chesnut, in 2004 and they have two children together, Stella (born in 2003) and Nolan (born in 2005).

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Heather Dubrow

The reality television personality from The Real Housewives of Orange County has previously shared photographs of her children while they were attending sleepaway camp. In 2015, the Bravo alum took to Instagram to express her longing for her kids, captioning the images with the words, "Images from sleepaway camp... UGH, I miss them so much! #COMEHOMEMAXANDNICKY #6moredays."

Heather and Terry Dubrow, who have daughters Maximillia, Katarina, and Collette, as well as a son named Nicholas, recently discussed their approach to parenting in a candid episode of the "Heather Dubrow's World" podcast. The couple reflected on their own upbringing in a strict household and how it has influenced their own parenting style.

“Regarding our children, we have adopted the mindset of providing them with all the necessary resources and placing our trust in them. Unless they demonstrate otherwise, we will persist in placing our trust in them," she shared with Us during that period. "This approach has proven to be beneficial for us."

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Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze Jr.

“My daughter is leaving for sleepaway [camp] today. I am NOT OK,” Gellar wrote via Instagram Story in June 2023, sharing a pic of Charlotte’s luggage.