{"id":16171,"date":"2024-12-12T22:33:00","date_gmt":"2024-12-12T22:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usdailys.com\/?p=16171"},"modified":"2024-12-12T22:33:00","modified_gmt":"2024-12-12T22:33:00","slug":"fans-stunned-after-seeing-idina-menzel-taye-diggs-handsome-son-who-has-his-daddys-smile-video","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usdailys.com\/?p=16171","title":{"rendered":"Fans Stunned After Seeing Idina Menzel &#038; Taye Diggs&#8217; &#8216;Handsome&#8217; Son Who &#8216;Has His Daddy&#8217;s Smile&#8217; \u2014 Video"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36 ContentRenderer_paragraph-first___d_VF\">A teenager with a legendary lineage turned heads during a glamorous night out, sparking excitement and curiosity among onlookers.<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__wIGWH\">\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Fifteen-year-old Walker Diggs, the son of acclaimed Broadway star Idina Menzel and actor Taye Diggs, recently captured public attention with a rare red-carpet appearance. 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I love him. He does look more like his father though. I have a hard time finding Idina in him.&#8221;<\/i>\u00a0Another user pointed out the similarity between Walker and Taye,\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DDbFMRPpZTw\/c\/17988796541716450\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DDbFMRPpZTw\/c\/17988796541716450\/\">saying,<\/a><i class=\"ContentRenderer_italic__eQgX6\">\u00a0&#8220;Has his daddy&#8217;s smile.&#8221;<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\">\n<div class=\"Image_container__oHMMQ\">\n<div class=\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/m6L3rrm8eqTBop7EJ3hW7wcZe8NYPXAHGWutxEynNP4\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZWVhMGI0NGY2OTY5NDY0ZTY4ZDU3OTg3NzM2YzhmYjI5NDljYzA2OWE1MDYwYWY3MTkyZWJjMWYzOTY2ODU0NC5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MzAwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MjAyMw.jpg 375w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/hAg65Z4lmCxF1wNVVkTKa6uxhCZiGl7sGLT_vCgYyJY\/rs:fill:576:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZWVhMGI0NGY2OTY5NDY0ZTY4ZDU3OTg3NzM2YzhmYjI5NDljYzA2OWE1MDYwYWY3MTkyZWJjMWYzOTY2ODU0NC5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MzAwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MjAyMw.jpg 576w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/ajrSyDSTrJqKTLpMGqNS61vifeWuCppvZBeEqGa1wYU\/rs:fill:768:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZWVhMGI0NGY2OTY5NDY0ZTY4ZDU3OTg3NzM2YzhmYjI5NDljYzA2OWE1MDYwYWY3MTkyZWJjMWYzOTY2ODU0NC5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MzAwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MjAyMw.jpg 768w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/dIng64bKgDjcR3gWuaFqoNwpjHBX1sZhGnRLbHwJh7k\/rs:fill:992:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZWVhMGI0NGY2OTY5NDY0ZTY4ZDU3OTg3NzM2YzhmYjI5NDljYzA2OWE1MDYwYWY3MTkyZWJjMWYzOTY2ODU0NC5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MzAwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MjAyMw.jpg 992w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/7tDUOeLV_6e8cssrkiZllwN1adYts_O9U961dMhESm8\/rs:fill:1200:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZWVhMGI0NGY2OTY5NDY0ZTY4ZDU3OTg3NzM2YzhmYjI5NDljYzA2OWE1MDYwYWY3MTkyZWJjMWYzOTY2ODU0NC5qcGc_d2lkdGg9MzAwMCZoZWlnaHQ9MjAyMw.jpg 1200w\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 835px) 100vw, (max-width: 1279px) 830px, 830px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_image__11E9V Image_post-image__qnTn0\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.amomama.com\/eea0b44f6969464e68d57987736c8fb2949cc069a5060af7192ebc1f39668544.jpg\" alt=\"Actor Taye Diggs and his son Walker Diggs on January 19, 2018, in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images\" width=\"3000\" height=\"2023\" \/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"Image_title__T6_we\" data-testid=\"image-source\">Actor Taye Diggs and his son Walker Diggs on January 19, 2018, in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">The observations continued, with one Instagram fan humorously\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DDbFMRPpZTw\/c\/18050405318296584\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DDbFMRPpZTw\/c\/18050405318296584\/\">noting,<\/a>\u00a0<i class=\"ContentRenderer_italic__eQgX6\">&#8220;Did Indina&#8217;s genes even try? Lol I do see her a bit but he has his daddy&#8217;s face. Time flies.. 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src=\"https:\/\/cdn.amomama.com\/0c7bc2678186621daf604ed83ff827760c7b76ef1351c6e2e72f2f202e7d48b0.jpg\" alt=\"Actor Taye Diggs and his son Walker Diggs on January 19, 2018, in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images\" width=\"3000\" height=\"2274\" \/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"Image_title__T6_we\" data-testid=\"image-source\">Actor Taye Diggs and his son Walker Diggs on January 19, 2018, in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__wIGWH\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__hRK31\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__BxSU_\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_4\" data-code=\"\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_04\">\n<div id=\"in_article_4\" 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While Taye and Walker stole the spotlight on the red carpet, the evening was marked by historic achievements and heartfelt tributes that emphasized the importance of representation in media.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">The\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.criticschoice.com\/celebration-of-black-cinema-television\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.criticschoice.com\/celebration-of-black-cinema-television\/\">Critics Choice Association,<\/a> established in 2019, is the largest critics&#8217; organization in the U.S. and Canada, with over 600 members from various media outlets. It honors accomplishments across film, television, and streaming, making its events a key platform for celebrating diversity and creativity in entertainment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">This year&#8217;s celebration, hosted by actor and comedian Jay Pharoah, brought together industry icons and rising stars alike. Pharoah, known for his hilarious impressions on &#8220;Saturday Night Live&#8221; and his comedy special &#8220;Jared,&#8221; kept the audience entertained while shining a spotlight on black excellence.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">The night honored 14 individuals, including\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/news.amomama.com\/408877-billionaire-tyler-perry-whose-childhood.html\">Tyler Perry,<\/a> Regina King, and Steve McQueen, who have made significant contributions to the industry.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Amid this celebratory atmosphere, Walker and Taye&#8217;s presence was a subtle yet powerful reminder of the personal stories that intersect with these larger cultural milestones.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Taye, 53, has frequently shared glimpses of his special bond with Walker, often through humorous and heartfelt reflections. 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Anything I say could ruin the date.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Despite the humorous comparison, Taye\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/people.com\/taye-diggs-says-its-very-humbling-trying-to-bond-with-teen-son-exclusive-8736997#:~:text=%22I%20try%20not,and%20eye%2Dopening.%22\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/people.com\/taye-diggs-says-its-very-humbling-trying-to-bond-with-teen-son-exclusive-8736997#:~:text=%22I%20try%20not,and%20eye%2Dopening.%22\">described<\/a> his interactions with Walker as &#8220;really, really fun and eye-opening,&#8221; highlighting the joy he finds in parenting a teenager.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">This playful and devoted side of Taye also shone through in a June 2024 Instagram post, where the actor shared a candid photo of himself fixing Walker&#8217;s hair.\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C8SMm5lgSvq\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;ig_rid=55947cae-ee6c-4715-a1f2-26dd291174fb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C8SMm5lgSvq\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;ig_rid=55947cae-ee6c-4715-a1f2-26dd291174fb\">Captioned<\/a> simply, &#8220;Fathers\u2026\u2026..you already know. \ud83d\ude4f\ud83c\udffe,&#8221; the post resonated with fans, who praised the doting dad for his hands-on parenting approach.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">The father-son duo&#8217;s appearance came shortly after Walker was seen supporting his mom at the premiere of her\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/news.amomama.com\/442960-ariana-grande-is-under-fire-after-rumors.html\">film &#8220;Wicked&#8221;<\/a>\u00a0on November 9. 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Fans quickly noticed how much Walker looked like his father, Taye Diggs, and the buzz spread across social media.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">One user on X (formerly Twitter)\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/HndsomeM\/status\/1855592444198318275\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/x.com\/HndsomeM\/status\/1855592444198318275\">exclaimed<\/a>,\u00a0<i class=\"ContentRenderer_italic__eQgX6\">&#8220;Sometimes you forget her and Taye were a thing until he pop out\ud83d\ude2d [sic],&#8221;<\/i>\u00a0while another\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/BrianMa73602634\/status\/1855808275649835340\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/x.com\/BrianMa73602634\/status\/1855808275649835340\">remarked<\/a>,\u00a0<i class=\"ContentRenderer_italic__eQgX6\">&#8220;Wow his pretty Handsome, Idina and Taye must be so proud. [sic]&#8221;<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Another fan simply\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/nembmika\/status\/1855713426808377678\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/x.com\/nembmika\/status\/1855713426808377678\">expressed<\/a>\u00a0their surprise at how grown-up Walker looks,\u00a0<i class=\"ContentRenderer_italic__eQgX6\">&#8220;Oh he&#8217;s so grown up now \ud83d\ude2d\ud83d\ude2d,&#8221;\u00a0<\/i>while one\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/TheDinkologist\/status\/1855433939046846601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/x.com\/TheDinkologist\/status\/1855433939046846601\">wrote<\/a>,<i class=\"ContentRenderer_italic__eQgX6\"> &#8220;What a cutie.&#8221;<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">On Instagram, the buzz continued, with\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DCN3PcbMwZs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DCN3PcbMwZs\/\">remarks<\/a>\u00a0like,\u00a0<i class=\"ContentRenderer_italic__eQgX6\">&#8220;That boy has tayes whole smile [sic],&#8221;\u00a0<\/i>and\u00a0<i class=\"ContentRenderer_italic__eQgX6\">&#8220;Perfect mix of both parents. Handsome young man!&#8221;<\/i>\u00a0One comment\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DCN3PcbMwZs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DCN3PcbMwZs\/\">read<\/a>,\u00a0<i class=\"ContentRenderer_italic__eQgX6\">&#8220;Daddy&#8217;s twin\u2764\ufe0f,&#8221;<\/i>\u00a0capturing the general sentiment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Meanwhile, Facebook users joined in, posting\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/peoplemag\/posts\/pfbid06SCgfuxJEVxAFuGPSCDvcS4G6Pn2SrrNpHyZn3p7wnB9bjZHyurW8dS6i19yTDygl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/peoplemag\/posts\/pfbid06SCgfuxJEVxAFuGPSCDvcS4G6Pn2SrrNpHyZn3p7wnB9bjZHyurW8dS6i19yTDygl\">reactions<\/a>\u00a0such as,\u00a0<i class=\"ContentRenderer_italic__eQgX6\">&#8220;Wow the son looks so much like Taye,&#8221;<\/i>\u00a0and\u00a0<i class=\"ContentRenderer_italic__eQgX6\">&#8220;He&#8217;s got his dad&#8217;s smile, that&#8217;s for sure!&#8221;<\/i>\u00a0Another fan\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/peoplemag\/posts\/pfbid06SCgfuxJEVxAFuGPSCDvcS4G6Pn2SrrNpHyZn3p7wnB9bjZHyurW8dS6i19yTDygl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/peoplemag\/posts\/pfbid06SCgfuxJEVxAFuGPSCDvcS4G6Pn2SrrNpHyZn3p7wnB9bjZHyurW8dS6i19yTDygl\">remarked<\/a>,\u00a0<i class=\"ContentRenderer_italic__eQgX6\">&#8220;Spitting image of his dad.&#8221;<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__BxSU_\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_1\" data-code=\"\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_01\">\n<div id=\"in_article_1-8\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Walker&#8217;s father, Taye, is a talented singer and actor, best known for his roles in &#8220;Rent&#8221; and &#8220;Chicago.&#8221; He often speaks proudly about his son, praising the teenager&#8217;s many talents.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__BxSU_\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_2\" data-code=\"\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_02\">\n<div id=\"in_article_2-9\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">&#8220;He&#8217;s a fierce athlete and he&#8217;s beaten up on me a lot,&#8221; Taye\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.etonline.com\/taye-diggs-reflects-on-being-a-dad-to-his-and-ex-wife-idina-menzels-teenage-son-exclusive-223248\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.etonline.com\/taye-diggs-reflects-on-being-a-dad-to-his-and-ex-wife-idina-menzels-teenage-son-exclusive-223248\">joked<\/a> in a past interview. &#8220;So I gotta stay in shape just to keep up with him.&#8221; The actor has also shared that Walker excels not only in sports but in the performing arts as well.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__BxSU_\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_3\" data-code=\"\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_03\">\n<div id=\"in_article_3-10\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">&#8220;He can act. 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