Danica McKellar smiling at a public event.
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Danica McKellar Celebrates Son’s 16th Birthday With Sweet Rare Throwback Photo

The former 'Wonder Years' icon opened up her personal photo archives to honor her only child's milestone birthday.

By Nina BrooksPublished Updated 1 min read

Danica McKellar is celebrating a major milestone in her household. The beloved *Wonder Years* star took to social media to honor her son on his 16th birthday, offering followers a rare and sweet glimpse into her world as a mom. In a sentimental tribute posted online, the actress shared a deeply personal memory to mark the big occasion. The emotional upload included the very first photograph she ever snapped of her only child, capturing a special throwback moment from the moment he entered her life.

how old is danica mckellar son The former child star reflected on how fast the years have flown as her boy officially reached his sweet sixteen. Supporters of the television favorite quickly flooded her comment section with affectionate messages and warm birthday wishes for the teenager. The intimate social media post emphasizes just how rapidly time has passed since McKellar first became a mother. Although she generally keeps her home life and family matters private, a milestone as big as a 16th birthday called for a rare look back at her journey as a parent.

Danica McKellar smiling at a public event.
Danica McKellar smiling at a public event.

where does danica mckellar live now This family celebration comes after McKellar chose to trade her high-profile Los Angeles lifestyle for a much quieter environment. The actress previously decided to step away from traditional Hollywood surroundings, making the move to relocate away from the main entertainment hub. Even after stepping back from the core of Tinseltown, McKellar maintains a strong bond with her longtime fan base. By unlocking her personal photo album to show off that very first photo of her son, she delivered a heartwarming reminder of her top priority outside of showbiz.

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Danica McKellar smiling at a public event.
McKellar included over a dozen photos of Draco from over the years.
The “Wonder Years” alum included multiple selfies of the mother-son duo.
McKellar also posted the most recent picture of the pair, where they posed for a cute selfie together.
McKellar shares her son with ex-husband Mike Verta, whom she was married to from 2009 to 2012.
McKellar gave birth to Draco on September 7, 2010.

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How many children does Danica McKellar have?
Danica McKellar has one child, a son who recently celebrated his 16th birthday.
What role made Danica McKellar famous?
Danica McKellar rose to fame playing Winnie Cooper on the classic television show The Wonder Years.
Did Danica McKellar leave Hollywood?
Yes, the actress made the choice to move away from the Los Angeles area for a quieter lifestyle focused on family.