The Enchanting Lives of Twilight's Cullen Clan: Catch up with Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, Ashley Greene, and More!

Attention fellow blood siblings! It all began with the release of Twilight in 2008, captivating fans with the enigmatic Cullen coven. Following in its wake, Twihards continue to be awestruck by the vampires' ethereal complexion, extraordinary powers, and the mesmerizing sparkle of Edward Cullen (played by Robert Pattinson) under the sunlight.

Drawing inspiration from Stephenie Meyer's immensely popular novels, the film series spanned an impressive five-year journey. Comprising of Twilight, The Twilight Saga: New Moon (2009), The Twilight Saga: Eclipse (2010), The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 (2011), and Breaking Dawn – Part 2 (2012), these cinematic adaptations have kept fans enthralled.

Moviegoers were introduced to the Cullen clan in the initial film. However, in Breaking Dawn - Part 1, Bella Swan, a human portrayed by Kristen Stewart, became a member of the family by marrying Edward. Later on, they happily welcomed their daughter, Renesmee Cullen, portrayed by Mackenzie Foy.

The original members of the family included Carlisle Cullen, played by Peter Facinelli, and his wife, Esme, portrayed by Elizabeth Reaser. Their vampire offspring, who were known as their children in the human world, consisted of Alice, played by Ashley Greene, Emmett, portrayed by Kellan Lutz, and Edward.

Ten years after Twilight catapulted the cast to superstardom, Reaser expressed her exclusive satisfaction about the enduring excitement from people today.

The Michigan native expressed her disbelief that it had already been 10 years, mentioning that it felt like just yesterday. Despite this, she expressed excitement about the milestone. Reaser also shared that some of her most cherished memories from filming the franchise were simply spending time with her fellow cast members on set.

Over time, several members of the on-screen family have come together and maintained regular communication.

Reaser recently shared with Us that she had a chance encounter with Peter during a dinner, finding it amusing. She likened their meeting to reuniting with a close relative, emphasizing the strong bond they share. Despite the busy schedules and frequent travels, Reaser expressed her deep affection for her Twilight co-stars.

In a subsequent interview with Us, Rathbone revealed that he continues to be recognized for his role in the Twilight films, even after more than ten years since the first movie's release. Looking ahead, the actor expressed his desire to see prequels to the vampire-driven franchise in the future.

In October 2018, he expressed his belief that rebooting the franchise would be enjoyable and mentioned his desire to see an origin story for Jasper and Alice. Rathbone also commented on the potential for expanding the Twilight universe, stating that there is more to explore, as hinted in Breaking Dawn. He acknowledged that author Stephenie has a detailed and mapped out vision for the franchise.

Scroll down to see what the Cullen coven has been up to in real life since they wrapped the final Breaking Dawn film in 2012.

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Twilight’s Cullen Family: Where Are They Now? Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, Ashley Greene and More

Blood brothers and sisters! Since the release of Twilight in 2008, fans have been captivated by the Cullen coven. Over the course of five films, Twihards have been mesmerized by the vampires' pale complexion, supernatural powers, and the enchanting sparkle of Edward Cullen (Robert Pattinson) in the sunlight. Adapted from Stephenie Meyer's beloved novels, the film series took audiences on a five-year journey, including Twilight, The Twilight Saga: New Moon (2009), The Twilight Saga: Eclipse (2010), The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 (2011), and Breaking Dawn - Part 2 (2012).

The Cullen clan was introduced to moviegoers in the first film. However, in Breaking Dawn - Part 1, Bella Swan (played by Kristen Stewart) had become a part of the family after marrying Edward. They later had a daughter named Renesmee Cullen (played by Mackenzie Foy).

The original family members were Carlisle Cullen (played by Peter Facinelli) and his wife, Esme (played by Elizabeth Reaser). Their vampire "children" in the human world were Alice (played by Ashley Greene), Emmett (played by Kellan Lutz), and Edward.

Content: Rosalie Hale (Nikki Reed) and Jasper Hale (Jackson Rathbone) completed their crew. Rosalie, who had been transformed by Carlisle, married Emmett, and Jasper married Alice. To blend in as high schoolers with the Cullen "kids," Rosalie and Jasper adopted the same last name, passing off as twins or siblings.

A decade after Twilight propelled the cast to superstardom, Reaser expressed her delight in the enduring excitement people still have for the franchise.

The Michigan native expressed her disbelief that it had already been 10 years since the filming of the franchise. She mentioned how the time seemed to have passed quickly, but she expressed her excitement nonetheless. Reaser recalled the enjoyable moments she had while filming the franchise, particularly the times spent casually hanging out on set, which she considered to be some of her most cherished memories.

The shoots would often be extremely grueling, but what made it worthwhile was the camaraderie amongst the cast. Spending time together in small tents, cracking jokes, and keeping each other motivated were the moments that stood out the most. As time passed, the on-screen family members have continued to come together and stayed in touch.

Reaser affectionately described her recent encounter with Peter at dinner as a comical experience, as if she was reconnecting with a close relative. Despite everyone's busy schedules and work-related travel, she expressed her admiration for the entire Twilight cast. In a subsequent interview, Rathbone revealed that he continues to be recognized for his role in the films even after more than a decade since the first movie was released. Expressing his aspirations for the future of the franchise, the actor expressed his desire to see Twilight prequels in the future.

In October 2018, he expressed his belief that it would be enjoyable and mentioned the possibility of rebooting it. He expressed his desire to witness an origin story for Jasper and Alice. Furthermore, Rathbone acknowledged the potential for expanding the entire universe, which was partially explored in Breaking Dawn. He also mentioned that the author, Stephenie, has a well-developed plan for the series.

Scroll down to see what the Cullen coven has been up to in real life since they wrapped the final Breaking Dawn film in 2012.

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Robert Pattinson

The British actor, who rose to fame as Edward Cullen in 2008, has continued to achieve success in the film industry. He has appeared in acclaimed films such as The Lost City of Z, Damsel, and High Life. His recent role as Bruce Wayne/Batman in March 2022's The Batman marks the beginning of a new superhero trilogy.

Following a four-year relationship, Pattinson and his co-star Stewart ended their romance due to her affair with director Rupert Sanders, known for Snow White. Although they briefly reconciled, the pair ultimately called it quits in 2013. Pattinson then started a relationship with FKA Twigs in 2014, leading to an engagement in April 2015. However, they decided to end their relationship in 2017. Since 2018, he has been romantically linked to Suki Waterhouse.

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Kristen Stewart

After portraying Bella Swan, Stewart went on to have roles in various films including Snow White and the Huntsman and its sequel, Still Alice, Café Society, and Charlie's Angels in 2019. She took on the role of Princess Diana in the 2021 movie Spencer, which consequently led to her receiving an Oscar nomination for best actress in 2022 (although she ultimately lost to Jessica Chastain for her performance in The Eyes of Tammy Faye).

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In 2012, we revealed the news of Stewart's romantic involvement with Rupert Sanders, which ultimately resulted in her separation from her Twilight costar Pattinson. Following this, she embarked on relationships with Alicia Cargile and Stella Maxwell. Being together for two years, Stewart publicly announced her engagement to Dylan Meyer in November 2021.

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Nikki Reed

After playing the role of Rosalie in the Twilight saga, the California native continued to land various film roles, such as in Empire State, Pawn, and Enter the Dangerous Mind. Reed's acting career expanded further with appearances in numerous movies and TV shows, including her portrayal of Betsy Ross on Sleepy Hollow from 2015 to 2016 and a role on V-Wars in 2019. In addition to her acting pursuits, Reed is also the founder of BaYou With Love, a lifestyle brand that focuses on sustainable and ethical fashion and production.

In 2014, after almost three years of marriage, Reed ended her marriage with husband Paul McDonald. The actress then tied the knot with Ian Somerhalder, who is known for his role in Vampire Diaries, in April 2015. Two years later, they became parents to their daughter, Bodhi. Reed announced her second pregnancy with Somerhalder in January 2023, and their son was born in June of the same year.

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Kellan Lutz

Lutz's acting career took off in 2004, but it was his portrayal of vampire Emmett that propelled him to stardom. Following this breakthrough, the North Dakota native appeared in notable films such as The Legend of Hercules (2014) and The Expendables 3. In 2019, he continued to make a mark on the big screen with roles in Speed Kills and What Men Want. Lutz also ventured into television, landing recurring roles in 90210 and The Comeback. After a memorable guest appearance on FBI in 2019, his character Kenny Crosby found a permanent spot in the spinoff series FBI: Most Wanted. However, at the beginning of season 3 in 2021, Lutz decided to leave the show and prioritize spending more time with his family.

Lutz tied the knot with Brittany Gonzales in 2017, and announced in February 2020 that the model had experienced a miscarriage. In February 2021, the couple joyfully welcomed their first child, a daughter named Ashtyn Lilly. The thrilling news continued in February 2022 when they revealed that they were expecting a second child, a baby boy. Their family expanded that August with the arrival of their son, Kasen Lane.

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Ashley Greene

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After gaining fame for her portrayal of Alice, Greene went on to star in the short-lived television show Pan Am from 2011 to 2012. She then appeared in various films such as Wish I Was Here and Staten Island Summer, as well as in the television shows Shangri-La Suite, Accident Man, Rogue from 2016 to 2017, and Step Up: High Water in 2019. In 2019, Greene played the role of Abby Huntsman in the film Bombshell. She joined the Hallmark Channel Christmas movie family in 2021 with The Charm Bracelet and began hosting "The Twilight Effect," a podcast that reflects on the franchise, in March 2022.

In 2018, the model tied the knot with director Paul Khoury. In March 2022, the couple announced that they were expecting their first child later that year. In September 2022, they joyfully shared the arrival of their daughter, Kingsley Rainn.

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Jackson Rathbone

Rathbone has an extensive background in both film and television, and he has also ventured into the music industry. He gained recognition for his portrayal of Alice's husband, Jasper Hale, in all five films of the Twilight saga. Some of his notable film appearances include Cowgirls 'n Angels (2012), City of Dead Men, The Hammer, and Until We Meet Again (2020). Alongside his film career, Rathbone starred in the television series Aim High from 2011 to 2013 and Finding Carter in 2015. He also appeared in eight episodes of The Last Ship in 2017. In addition to his acting endeavors, he has been involved in the music scene for many years. He previously performed in a funk band and released his first solo single in 2016, followed by an album in 2018.

The actor wed Sheila Hafsadi in 2013 and they share three children, sons Monroe (born July 2012) and Felix (born January 2020), and daughter Presley (born May 2016).

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Peter Facinelli

Facinelli made a return to television following his time on Carlisle. He had a recurring role on Glee in 2013 and portrayed Dr. Fitch Cooper on Nurse Jackie from 2009 to 2015. After wrapping up his work on Nurse Jackie, he starred on American Odyssey in 2015 and Supergirl from 2015 to 2016. A year later, Facinelli took on the role of Michael Plank on S.W.A.T. He has also appeared in films such as Running With the Devil in 2019 and The F--k-It List in 2021.

From 2001 to 2013, Facinelli was married to Jennie Garth and they have three daughters together named Luca, Lola, and Fiona. In January 2020, it was confirmed that the actor proposed to his girlfriend, Lily Anne Harrison, during a vacation in Mexico. However, their wedding had to be postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Us confirmed in June 2022 that Facinelli and Harrison are expecting their first child together.

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Elizabeth Reaser

Reaser continued her acting career after playing the matriarch of the Cullen clan by appearing in two episodes of the Bonnie & Clyde miniseries in 2013 and the Law & Order True Crime miniseries in 2017. The following year, she starred in The Haunting of Hill House series and made recurring appearances on the show Easy until 2019. In the same year, Reaser portrayed Olivia Winslow on The Handmaid's Tale. She has also had recurring roles on popular shows such as The Good Wife, Mad Men, and The Handmaid's Tale. In 2021, she appeared in Impeachment: American Crime Story. Alongside her television work, Reaser also performed in off-Broadway productions such as How I Learned to Drive in 2012, The Money Shot in 2014, and The Babylon Line in 2016.

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Mackenzie Foy

From the two Breaking Dawn films onwards, Foy became a new addition to the Cullen family. Although she hadn't been involved with them before, she quickly made a name for herself in the entertainment industry. In 2013, she showcased her talent in The Conjuring and Wish You Well. A year later, she secured a role in Interstellar. Following this, she lent her voice to the characters of Violet in The Boxcar Children and Sally in The Cookie Mobster. The year 2018 saw her take on the lead role of Clara in The Nutcracker and the Four Realms. Continuing her success, Foy starred in Disney's remake of Black Beauty two years later.