Madonna brought her 11-year-old twin daughters to a Hollywood movie premiere, which caused a commotion online. Some were surprised to learn that the star, who had a special reason for being at the event, has twins, whom she adopted years ago.
Setting the red carpet ablaze, iconic pop legend Madonna, 65, and her twin daughters, Estere and Stella, looked chic at the “Deadpool & Wolverine” premiere on July 22. Photos of the trio have sparked a flurry of reactions from online observers who were taken aback by Estere and Stella, as some didn’t even know of their existence.
User comment about Madonna and her twin daughters, posted on July 23, 2024 | Source: Instagram/justjared
For the A-list affair, the “Material Girl” artist and her girls stood out in stylish ensembles. Donning an all-black look, Madonna sported a mid-thigh length blazer with a lace bustier underneath. She paired her look with fishnet tights, matching gloves, black shoes, shades, and silver jewelry.
Estere, Madonna and Stella at the world premiere of “Deadpool & Wolverine” in New York City on July 22, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
On the other hand, Stella and Estere opted for a late 90s/early 2000s vibe. They both rocked baggy white shirts, bandannas, and sneakers.
While Estere tied her bandanna around her hair and wore loose-fitting ¾ maroon shorts and sunglasses, Stella fashioned her bandanna into a head scarf, covering the fabric over her baseball cap and fastening it underneath her chin.
Estere, Ryan Reynolds, Madonna, Stella and Hugh Jackman at the world premiere of “Deadpool & Wolverine” in New York City on July 22, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Completing her look, Stella wore dark-wash baggy jeans, and like her sister, carried a cute black handbag. Madonna and her daughters also posed for pictures with the stars of the film, famous actors Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, who were both smartly dressed in suits.
Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds at the world premiere of “Deadpool & Wolverine” in New York City on July 22, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Upon seeing photos of the mother and her daughters online, many netizens took to social media platforms to express their opinions. Some conveyed surprise at the fact that Madonna has twins.
Madonna with her twin daughters, Estere and Stella, posing for a picture, posted on August 25, 2023 | Source: Instagram/madonna
“Madonna has twin daughters? 🙈,” questioned an Instagrammer. Similarly, another echoed, “Since when does Madonna have Twin Daughters?” Amid the confusion, however, some people focused their attention on what the trio was wearing.
Madonna’s twin daughters, Estere and Stella, in a throwback photo, posted on August 25, 2023 | Source: Instagram/madonna
“👏👏👏👏 All gorgeous – the outfit of the twins is fantastic,” gushed a fan. “They must be paying a tribute to [men’s] fashion in the early [2000s],” commented a Facebooker.
Seemingly defending Estere and Stella’s bold fashion choices, another praised, “Not all girls wear girly clothes. They are beautiful in their own way.”
Madonna’s twin daughters, Estere and Stella, spotted out in Milan, Italy on November 25, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
An admirer on Instagram swooned, “Madonna looks great!! ♥️.” Another fan simply penned, “Iconic.” Boasting about the legendary moment, Ryan took to his Instagram Story to share a picture of him, Madonna, Hugh, and the director of the movie Shawn Levy, on the red carpet.
“This woman made dreams come true. What a night. Unforgettable,” expressed the “Free Guy” talent in the text that was included in the snap.
Shawn Levy, Ryan Reynolds, Madonna and Hugh Jackman at the premiere of “Deadpool & Wolverine,” posted on July 23, 2024 | Source: Instagram/vancityreynolds
The dream Madonna made come true that Ryan is referring to is the fact that the beloved singer permitted them to use one of her most popular songs in their film. “Like A Prayer,” the songstress’ iconic track which was released in 1989, is featured in “Deadpool & Wolverine.”
Around 1 minute and 10 seconds into the official trailer for the movie, the beginning of “Like A Prayer” begins to play. The snippet of the song accompanies a scene where Wolverine and Deadpool are seen walking out onto the street.
As the trailer continues, showcasing gripping and intense fighting scenes and witty dialogue between the characters, “Like A Prayer” continues to play in the background until the end of the video.
Given that her iconic song was featured, it adds up as to why Madonna attended the premiere. The fact that she brought her daughters along with her added an extra layer of excitement to the whole affair.
Madonna spotted out with her twin daughters, Estere and Stella, in New York City on August 10, 2022 | Source: Getty Images
While many might not have known about Stella and Estere, they have been part of their mother’s family for quite some time now. She adopted the two beauties from Home of Hope in Malawi in February 2017.
Madonna’s twin daughters, Estere and Stella, in a throwback photo, posted on August 25, 2023 | Source: Instagram/madonna
That same year, Madonna shared insights into her decision to adopt Estere and Stella. By then, she had already adopted their older brother, David Banda, from the same orphanage in Lilongwe, Malawi in 2008. The following year, she also adopted their sister, Mercy James, from an orphanage in Blantyre, Malawi.
David Banda, Madonna and Mercy James at Mkoko Primary School in the area of Santhe in Kasungu district, central Malawi on April 2, 2013 | Source: Getty Images
On why she decided to adopt, Madonna divulged, “It’s inexplicable. It’s like saying, ‘Why do you fall in love with the people you fall in love with?’ You look into the eyes of somebody, you feel their soul, you feel touched by them — that’s it.”
Madonna and Mercy James during the opening ceremony of the Mercy James Children’s Hospital in Blantyre, Malawi on July 11, 2017 | Source: Getty Images
Madonna, who has a long-time affiliation with the southeast African nation, added that she would sometimes close her eyes and think to herself why her kitchen wasn’t filled with “dancing children.” “There’s so many children that need a home. I thought, ‘What am I waiting for? Just do it,'” recalled the singer.
Madonna surrounded by children during her visit to Mkoko Primary School in the Kasungu District, Central Malawi on November 30, 2014 | Source: Getty Images
Before going through with Estere and Stella’s adoption, the doting mom had a talk with her other children. In addition to David and Mercy, Madonna is also the mom of Lourdes Leon and Rocco John.
While David and Mercy were excited to have more siblings, Madonna said that Lourdes and Rocco felt slightly different. “There might have been [a feeling of], ‘Oh, we have to share you with more people’ — not jealousy, but an adjustment,” the star previously shared.
David Banda, Madonna, Lourdes Leon, Mercy James and Rocco John at Mkoko Primary School in the region of Kasungu, central Malawi on April 2, 2013 | Source: Getty Images
However, they eventually came around and showed support for their mom’s decision. Madonna noted how Lourdes, whom she calls Lola, came to her and said, “Mom, if that’s what you want and it’s going to make you happy, let’s go.”
Madonna and Lourdes Leon at the Tom Ford fashion show during New York Fashion Week in New York City on September 14, 2022 | Source: Getty Images
According to their mom, Stella, and Estere quickly acclimatized to their new home and family. In July of the same year that they were adopted (2017), they went back to Malawi with Madonna and their siblings.
They were there for the opening of the Mercy James Institute for Pediatric Surgery and Intensive Care, which was the first children’s hospital in the nation that Madonna opened with her charity, Raising Malawi.