The Complicated History of Julia Roberts and Eric Roberts' Sibling Feud
The ongoing tension between siblings Julia Roberts and Eric Roberts has been one of Hollywood's most talked-about family feuds. Recently, Eric Roberts, at 68 years old, has addressed the rift in his new memoir, Runaway Train: Or the Story of My Life So Far , which he describes as a "public apology" to his younger sister, Julia. The strained relationship between the two has been shrouded in mystery, but Eric’s new revelations shed some light on what drove them apart.
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Eric Roberts, who found early success in the 1980s with movies like Star 80 and The Pope of Greenwich Village , saw his fame outpaced by his sister's meteoric rise after she starred in Pretty Woman in 1990. But the tension between them wasn’t just about fame. Eric’s struggle with drug addiction became a key factor in their strained relationship. He acknowledges that his substance abuse not only affected him but also deeply impacted his family, especially his sisters, Julia and Lisa.
At the peak of his addiction, Eric was embroiled in a bitter custody battle with his ex-girlfriend Kelly Cunningham over their daughter, Emma Roberts. Julia Roberts, recognizing the seriousness of Eric's issues, sided with Cunningham during the dispute, prioritizing her niece’s welfare. This choice deepened the divide between the siblings, and Eric admits that he now understands why Julia acted the way she did.
Eric’s addiction not only cost him his relationship with Julia but also affected his bond with his daughter, Emma, who was just a baby at the time. In the years since, it appears that a silent family rule has emerged, forbidding Eric from publicly speaking about Julia or Emma, a point he mentioned in a July 2024 podcast interview. Despite the tension, Eric’s memoir and his public apology suggest that he hopes for some form of reconciliation, even though Julia has remained tight-lipped about their relationship over the years.
While the details of their current relationship remain unclear, Eric’s acknowledgment of his past mistakes and his willingness to own up to them speaks volumes. The complexity of their relationship goes beyond simple sibling rivalry, as it intertwines personal struggles, fame, and family loyalty. Only time will tell whether this public gesture will lead to a thaw in their icy relationship. For now, the Roberts family feud remains one of Hollywood’s most complicated and unresolved sagas.
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