Nikki Reed and her husband, Ian Somerhalder, are actively teaching their children about the significance of privacy in today’s digital landscape. Reed emphasized that this education is not merely a response to their celebrity status, but a vital responsibility of all parents. In an exclusive interview with Us Weekly, Reed stated, “It’s a responsibility of parents to teach children how to be mindful human beings, how to respect people’s privacy.”
The couple is especially concerned about the impact of the digital age on young minds. “Privacy is our greatest form of currency in a world where everything lives out there,” Reed explained during her appearance on Dear Media’s podcast, “The Skinny Confidential: Him and Her Show,” hosted by Lauryn Evarts Bosstick and Michael Bosstick. She pointed out that the culture of oversharing has become pervasive, particularly since the advent of smartphones.
Shifting Perspectives on Privacy
Reed reflected on the rapid evolution of technology and its implications for personal interactions. “The world changed a lot with the invention of the iPhone,” she remarked, highlighting how this shift has altered the way people perceive themselves and others. Reed and Somerhalder are committed to ensuring their children, 7-year-old daughter Bodhi and her 2-year-old brother, understand these dynamics.
“My goal and mission is to not just sit around and complain about the consequences of oversharing but to use it as a moment for education,” Reed stated. She emphasized the need for children to be aware of and respect other people’s privacy, not just in relation to celebrities but in all aspects of life. Reflecting on her own youth, Reed noted that she and Somerhalder did not face the same pressures of being filmed at social gatherings, a reality that is very different for today’s youth.
Life on the Farm
Despite their Hollywood beginnings, Reed and Somerhalder married in April 2015 and later moved to a farm outside Los Angeles. This transition was motivated by a desire to create a nurturing environment for their children. “Right now, raising babies is the most important thing for me,” Reed shared in a January 2024 interview with NewBeauty. She expressed contentment in her current lifestyle, stating that she finds peace in nature and thrives amid the farm’s tranquility.
Balancing parental duties and professional commitments, Reed noted, “Life has gotten incredibly busy, and it doesn’t look like it’s slowing down any time soon.” She candidly acknowledged that her aspirations for a slower pace often seem to be countered by increasing demands.
“The Skinny Confidential: Him and Her Show” podcast releases full episodes on Mondays across various podcast platforms, providing insights into the lives of its guests. Reed and Somerhalder’s focus on privacy education serves as a reminder of the critical conversations parents need to have with their children in the digital age.
