May 15, 2025
Gwyneth Paltrow is celebrating her "best buddy," daughter Apple on her special day.
On Wednesday, May 14, Paltrow took to her Instagram account to mark Apple's 21st birthday with a sweet tribute.
In the celebratory post, the Goop founder posted a Reel edited with a series of photos of Apple from her childhood photos to her recent ones.
"To the light of my life, my ray of sunshine, my hilarious, brilliant, best buddy. Happy 21st birthday!!" Paltrow wished her daughter, whom she shares with ex-husband Chris Martin.
"You are exceptionally kind and utterly wonderful. I am incredibly proud of your strength and your intellect. Your goofiness and your big laugh. You are just the best. The absolute best," the proud mom gushed.
Expressing her gratitude, Paltrow added, "Thank god for you, Apple Martin. I cannot wait to see what this next chapter brings for you. Love, Mama."
Including Apple, Paltrow also shares 19-year-old son Moses with Martin.