Sarah Jessica Parker Posts Rare Photos of Her Twin Daughters on Their 17th Birthday
The “Sex and the City” star is known for keeping her family life private, making her recent Instagram post particularly striking. Along with a heartfelt message that resonates with warmth, she shared some never-before-seen photos that took everyone by surprise.
For many years, Sarah Jessica Parker and her husband Matthew Broderick have kept their twin daughters, Tabitha Hodge and Marion Loretta Elwell Broderick, mostly away from the public eye. Their rare public appearances have left fans eager for any glimpse of the sisters.
Before welcoming their daughters, Sarah Jessica and Matthew were vocal about their desire to expand their family. In April 2009, they announced they were expecting twins through surrogacy after facing challenges in trying to conceive.
A month later, Sarah Jessica shared her thoughts on the experience. In an interview with Access Hollywood, she expressed her excitement and gratitude, saying, “I’m excited. I’m in disbelief. I’m really grateful. I feel really fortunate. My son is so excited, my husband is so excited.” She described the journey to surrogacy as emotional.
Fast forward 17 years, Sarah Jessica celebrated a significant milestone for her daughters with a heartfelt tribute on Instagram on June 22, 2026: “June 22, 2009, Today you are 17. And wise. And good. And happy. And beautifully finding your way. And funny. And devoted friend. And beloved daughters.” She concluded with, “Happy birthday, dearest Loretta and Tabitha. With admiration and every ounce of my love,” followed by, “XXX, Mama.”
While Sarah Jessica’s birthday message honored the young women her daughters have become, recent public events have offered a glimpse of what Tabitha and Marion look like at 17.
On April 10, 2025, the twins accompanied Matthew to a Broadway event. Standing next to their father, they appeared nearly as tall as him, dressed in stylish outfits and understated hairstyles that matched their desire for privacy despite their famous upbringing.
A few months before their 17th birthday, Sarah Jessica and Matthew posed with Tabitha, Marion, and their older brother, James Wilkie Broderick, during an event on January 26, 2026. The sisters looked at ease with their family, providing another rare snapshot of the teenagers who have largely stayed out of the public view.
Sarah Jessica’s birthday post also took followers on a nostalgic journey, showcasing moments from the twins’ childhood that had mostly been kept under wraps until now.
One close-up photo shows Tabitha and Marion as teenagers, side by side in a warmly lit room. Both have their long brown hair parted in the middle and appear without makeup, gazing downward at something outside the frame.
One of them smiles softly with lowered eyes, while her sister looks more intently at the scene, their faces nearly touching in a tender moment.
Another image captures a carefree summer day in the city. Tabitha and Marion sit together on the steps of a brownstone townhouse, surrounded by greenery, each enjoying an ice cream cone covered in colorful sprinkles.
Tabitha is dressed in a pale pink dress with puffed sleeves and silver sandals, while Marion wears a flowing white frock paired with bright sneakers in shades of pink, blue, and orange. Sunlight bathes them as they relish the simple pleasure of ice cream.
A third photo takes us back to their toddler years. The sisters are seen on a wooden swing outdoors, both in matching bright pink swimsuits adorned with oversized polka dots and hearts.
Marion, with her lighter blond hair in a messy ponytail, beams at the camera while pointing downwards, holding the swing’s metal chain. Tabitha, with dark hair in small pigtails and a long fringe partially covering one eye, gazes curiously into the distance, with trees and grass forming a backdrop.
Another snapshot shows the sisters dressed for ballet class on the stoop of a New York townhouse. They wear matching pale pink leotards, white tights, and red ballet shoes. Tabitha smiles gently at the camera, while Marion strikes a playful pose by lifting one leg and resting a hand on her hip.
Tabitha casually drapes an arm over her sister’s shoulder, highlighting the strong bond they have shared since childhood. A blurred yellow taxi in the background adds a distinctly New York vibe to the charming scene.
In another outdoor scene, Tabitha and Marion are walking hand in hand through a dry grassy area, shaded by trees. They wear matching striped pinafore-style dresses over long-sleeved tops, with Tabitha’s pairing a mint-green shirt and Marion’s a charcoal-gray one.
With Tabitha’s dark hair in a small topknot and Marion’s blond hair in a messy bun, both girls glance back at the camera with serious, slightly puzzled expressions, as if someone just called their names during an adventure.
The final photograph brings Sarah Jessica into the frame with Tabitha and Marion when they were younger.
Smiling warmly at the camera, she stands beside Tabitha, who is in a navy blue dress adorned with white flowers and a Peter Pan collar, gazing directly into the lens.
On Sarah Jessica’s other side, Marion wears a white-and-red smocked dress, holding a sparkling silver high-heeled shoe, looking off to the side with a more reserved expression, adding a candid touch to the family photo.
The previously unseen images prompted fans to comment on the twins’ resemblance to their famous parents. One admirer noted, “Baby SJP and Baby Matthew! Genetics are wild!!! And these precious girls are gorgeous! Xx 😍😍”.
Another remarked, “They are perfect clones of you and Matthew! Happy Birthday to your beautiful girls!” A third person noted, “omg carbon copies of you and matthew [sic].”
“Both look like dad in different ways ❤️✌🏻♥️,” another follower commented. Someone else added, “One of them is like her mama and the other like her dad, happy birthday girls.💕” A sixth commenter shared, “I’ve never seen your daughters and, my goodness, each is a spitting image of a parent. Beautiful! Happy Birthday to both.”
For a family that has long preferred privacy over attention, Sarah Jessica’s birthday post felt especially personal. Many followers appreciated not just the touching message but also the opportunity to see Tabitha and Marion grow from playful toddlers into 17-year-olds, embodying traits from both Sarah Jessica and Matthew.
This birthday tribute wasn’t the first time the twins’ looks sparked discussions. Earlier in 2025, a rare public appearance by the twins led fans to the same conclusion — one daughter resembles Sarah Jessica, while the other takes after Matthew.
Matthew and Sarah Jessica attracted attention when they attended the “SMASH” opening night on Broadway. The high-profile event occurred on April 10, 2025, at the Imperial Theatre in New York City.
The couple’s evening became even more special with their twin daughters, Tabitha and Marion, making a rare public appearance alongside them.
Their appearance wasn’t just a family moment; it also made a fashion statement that caught everyone’s eye upon arrival.
Matthew looked dapper in a navy blue suit, paired with a crisp white shirt and a colorful patterned tie. One of the twins wore a rich teal dress with a front cutout, complemented by a powder-blue coat.
Her sister opted for a black lace dress with a sweetheart neckline, layered under a long cream-colored coat, giving her outfit a classic touch. Sarah Jessica, known for her stylish choices, wore a black ensemble with subtle embellishments, her sleek golden hair parted in the middle.
As the family posed for photos, the twins’ rare appearance quickly ignited buzz online, with many fans noting that one daughter looks like Matthew while the other closely resembles Sarah Jessica.
The comments section lit up with reactions as the images circulated online. “One looks like dad, one looks like mum [sic],” one fan observed, capturing the general sentiment. Another added, “Cute,” while a third exclaimed, “They look like each parent WOW!!”
Praise poured in, with one fan commenting, “What a gorgeous family!” and another admiring, “Look at their beautiful daughters.” Others remarked on the twins’ unique features, with one noting, “So strange how they are twins but look nothing alike.”
This wasn’t the first time the twins had caught attention alongside their parents. In November 2022, Sarah Jessica and Matthew walked the red carpet with Tabitha and Marion, marking another rare public sighting for the girls.
Similar to their latest outing, that occasion sparked another round of discussions. A magazine shared a snapshot of the group on social media, captioning it, “They look just like their mom!”
However, opinions varied. One person replied, “They look like their Dad!” while another said, “I see the father more.” Someone else noted, “Her son looks just like her; the girls look more like their dad.”
Conversations about the twins often mention the rest of their close-knit family. Sarah Jessica and Matthew also have an older son, James, born in October 2002.
After exploring various options, they saw surrogacy as a viable path. Sarah Jessica explained, “Well, you know, we’ve been trying to expand our family for a number of years, and we actually have explored a variety of ways of doing so. This was one of the things we discussed with seriousness that had real possibilities for us.”
Given the uncertainties of surrogacy, Sarah Jessica was asked if the process had challenges. She replied honestly, “Yeah, I mean, I couldn’t pretend otherwise,” adding:
“It would be complicated – it would be odd to have made this choice if I was able to, you know, have successful pregnancies since my son’s birth.”
Her candidness continued as she recounted her joy upon learning she was expecting twins. “I mean, giggles!” Sarah Jessica said, noting that the news caught her by surprise. The seasoned actress shared that she had tempered her expectations over the years to protect herself from disappointment. While she viewed having one child as a gift, she joked that “two was a comedy!”.
Marion and Tabitha were born in June 2009, bringing fresh joy to their family. Years later, Sarah Jessica admitted she sometimes forgets they are twins due to their distinct personalities. In a February 2018 interview, she remarked:
“They have different interests. They’re really devoted to each other, but they’ll also say, ‘I need time away from her.'”
Their closeness has never meant they are inseparable — something both Sarah Jessica and Matthew have acknowledged.
Over time, it became evident that Tabitha appreciates quiet time alone, often spending hours by herself, while Marion tends to check in with her sister. At one point, they even attended different schools — a choice that Sarah Jessica said came from Tabitha’s desire for independence.
Matthew provided insight into their evolving relationship during a June 2023 episode of “LIVE with Kelly and Mark.” He explained that while the girls initially planned to attend separate high schools, they later decided to stay together starting in 2024. He stated, “They’re extremely close, but they also definitely want their own space, and their own friends, and their own time.”
From their rare red carpet appearances to their distinct personalities, Marion and Tabitha continue to fascinate the public while forging their own paths. Sarah Jessica and Matthew have embraced each phase of their parenting journey with honesty and humor, providing rare glimpses into their family life.
Although the Brodericks prioritize their privacy, Sarah Jessica Parker’s birthday post demonstrated that even a small insight into their family life can leave a significant impact.