The Family Stone Cast: Amazing Transformations and Career Journeys Revealed!

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Home is truly the best place to be during the holiday season! The Family Stone took a refreshing approach to the well-known Christmas movie theme and has proven to be a hidden gem.

This film, released in December 2005, features Sarah Jessica Parker as a tightly wound businesswoman who embraces the Christmas spirit with her boyfriend's quirky family. Dermot Mulroney takes on the role of her partner, who has plans to propose, while Diane Keaton, Craig T. Nelson, Rachel McAdams, Luke Wilson, Elizabeth Reaser, and Tyrone Giordano bring the Stone family to life.

In December 2021, Wilson disclosed how the cast formed a close bond before shooting to create a believable family dynamic.

"We actually had rehearsals, which is somewhat uncommon nowadays. We also collaborated on sign language training together. I remember doing it with Craig T., those guys," the Legally Blonde actor shared exclusively with We. The training was essential for communicating with Giordano's character, who was deaf. "As a result, we ended up spending more time together and enjoyed a few lovely dinners. It made a significant difference."

Wilson expressed his admiration for his fellow cast members, particularly Diane, Sarah Jessica, and Rachel. He fondly remembered the excitement and nervousness of meeting new people during dinner outings. Despite initial discomfort, he couldn't help but feel eager to work with such a talented group. To find out what the cast of The Family Stone is up to now, browse through the gallery below.

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‘The Family Stone’ Cast: Where Are They Now?

There’s no place like home for the holidays! The Family Stone put a new spin on a popular Christmas movie trope and proved to be an underrated gem.

Released in December 2005, the film features Sarah Jessica Parker as a rigid businesswoman who embraces the holiday season with her boyfriend's quirky family. Dermot Mulroney portrays her partner, who intends to propose, with Diane Keaton, Craig T. Nelson, Rachel McAdams, Luke Wilson, Elizabeth Reaser, and Tyrone Giordano playing the roles of the Stones.

In December 2021, Wilson shared insights on how the cast formed a genuine familial connection before commencing filming.

"We had rehearsals, which is uncommon in today's world. We also attended sign language training together to communicate with Giordano's character, who was deaf," said the Legally Blonde star exclusively to We. "We ended up spending more time together and enjoying nice dinners, which was very helpful."

Wilson expressed his admiration for his castmates, particularly Diane. "In my mind, Sarah Jessica is an icon of fashion and humor from Sex and the City, and Diane is the original icon of fashion and humor," he reminisced. "Rachel McAdams was also great. I remember being excited as we went to dinner alone, meeting all these people. Some were familiar, but most were strangers, so there was a slight discomfort at first. However, I left feeling like, 'These people are amazing! I can't wait to collaborate with them.'"

Scroll through the gallery below to see where the cast of The Family Stone is now:

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Diane Keaton (Sybil Stone)

The actress continues to thrive in her career, appearing in various films and TV shows such as Because I Said So, Mad Money, Morning Glory, The Big Wedding, Finding Dory, The Young Pope, Book Club, and Love, Weddings & Other Disasters. In 2022, she joined Elizabeth Lail from You and Dustin Milligan from Schitt's Creek in the comedy Mack & Rita.

Prior to her successful career, the Oscar winner had romantic relationships with Woody Allen, Warren Beatty, and Al Pacino, but she has chosen not to get married. She is the proud mother of two adopted children, a daughter named Dexter and a son named Duke.

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Sarah Jessica Parker (Meredith Morton)

Parker maintained her position as a prominent actress in various films like Failure to Launch, Divorce, I Don’t Know How She Does It, and New Year’s Eve. She also returned to portray her iconic character, Carrie Bradshaw, in both Sex and the City movies, as well as the HBO Max revival series And Just Like That, which made its debut in December 2021. In 2005, she co-founded her production company, Pretty Matches, and in 2014, she successfully launched her SJP footwear line.

The actress has been married to Matthew Broderick since May 1997. They are the proud parents of a son named James and twin daughters named Marion and Tabitha.

In September 2022, Parker caused worry when she was unable to attend the New York City Ballet's 10th Annual Fall Fashion Gala due to a family emergency. It was later confirmed by her representative that her stepfather, Paul Giffin Forste, sadly passed away at the age of 76 after a sudden and unexpected illness.

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Rachel McAdams (Amy Stone)

McAdams' career reflects her discernment in choosing roles, granting her involvement in cherished endeavors like The Time Traveler's Wife, Sherlock Holmes, Morning Glory, About Time, Southpaw, True Detective, Spotlight, Doctor Strange, and Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga.

The Mean Girls star shares two children with partner Jamie Linden, whom she began dating in 2016.   

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Dermot Mulroney (Everett Stone)

The actor has been busy with various roles in films and TV shows such as Jobs, Enlightened, August: Osage County, Pure Genius, American Horror Story, Shameless, Cats, New Girl, Homecoming, Station 19, Arrested Development, Four Weddings and a Funeral, and Hanna. In 2008, Mulroney married Tharita Cesaroni, and they have two daughters named Mabel and Sally, born in 2008 and 2009. Mulroney also has a son named Clyde from his previous marriage to Catherine Keener.

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Luke Wilson (Ben Stone)

Wilson went on to star in My Super Ex-Girlfriend, Blades of Glory, 3:10 to Yuma, Enlightened, The Skeleton Twins, Roadies, Zombieland: Double Tap and Stargirl.  

His exes include Drew Barrymore and Gwyneth Paltrow, but he has not yet settled down.

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Claire Danes (Julie Morton)

Danes has ventured into various projects, including Homeland, Temple Grandin, Stardust, and Me and Orson Welles. Throughout her successful career, she has been honored with four Golden Globe trophies and three Emmys. In Hulu's Fleishman Is in Trouble, which made its debut in November 2022, she shared the screen with Lizzy Caplan, Adam Brody, and Jesse Eisenberg.

In September 2009, the actress tied the knot with Hugh Dancy. They became proud parents when their son Cyrus was born in December 2012 and son Rowan in August 2018. In the summer of 2023, their family grew once again with the arrival of their daughter.

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Craig T. Nelson (Kelly Stone)

The actor has appeared on Parenthood, Young Sheldon, Blades of Glory, The Proposal, Grace and Frankie, Book Club and Incredibles 2. 

Nelson shares three children — Tiffany, Christopher and Noah — with ex-wife Robin McCarthy. He has been married to Doria Cook since 1987.  

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Elizabeth Reaser (Susannah Stone Trousdale)

Reaser has had the opportunity to showcase her talent in various renowned productions such as Twilight, Grey's Anatomy, The Haunting of Hill House, The Good Wife, Saved, Young Adult, Mad Men, Manhunt, The Handmaid's Tale, and American Crime Story.

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Tyrone Giordano (Thad Stone)

Giordano's acting career included appearances in popular shows such as CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, What About Brian, Girlfriends, All About Steve, and The Next Three Days. However, his last credited acting role dates back to 2011. Currently, he serves as the director of communications at Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C., while actively advocating for the rights of the Deaf community.

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Brian J. White (Patrick Thomas)

White's resume grew substantially with appearances in various films and television shows such as Stomp the Yard, I Can Do Bad All by Myself, The Cabin in the Woods, Beauty and the Beast, Mistresses, Scandal, Chicago Fire, Ray Donovan, Bronx SIU, Ambitions, and Monogamy. In 2010, he married Paula Da Silva, and their daughter Layla was born in 2014.

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Paul Schneider (Brad Stevenson)

Schneider has made appearances in several noteworthy films and TV shows, such as Lars and the Real Girl, Bright Star, Away We Go, Parks and Recreation, Goodbye to All That, Rules Don’t Apply, Channel Zero, Tales From the Loop, and NOS4A2.

The actor married Theresa Avila in April 2016, and they welcomed daughter Louisa in May 2020.