Brad Falchuk Carries Gwyneth Paltrow’s Shopping Bags in Milan as Couple Marks Anniversary
The Goop founder and her husband were photographed in Milan amid discussions about blending families and career moments.
Milan, Italy — Brad Falchuk carried Gwyneth Paltrow’s shopping bags as the couple strolled through the cobblestone streets on Wednesday, a public display of chivalry that comes as they prepare to mark their seventh wedding anniversary next week. The outing captured the pair in relaxed, coordinated looks during a day of errands in the fashion capital.
Paltrow, 52, wore a loose gray pullover layered over a light blue button-down with rolled cuffs, paired with wide-leg denim and white sneakers. She completed the look with oversized black sunglasses and minimal jewelry. Falchuk, 54, offered a more casual, yet polished, contrast in a burnt-orange quarter-zip sweater and slim black trousers, finished with sturdy lace-up boots and dark shades. He carried multiple shopping bags, including one from Loro Piana, a luxury label known for its high-end cashmere items.
The Milan sighting followed a premiere for The Tiger, a short film directed by Spike Jonze and Halina Reijn the night before. Paltrow arrived in a head-to-toe Gucci ensemble, featuring a pussy-bow blouse and an A-line skirt, a look that underscored her ongoing involvement in high-fashion moments while promoting her wellness and lifestyle brand Goop.
Earlier this month, Paltrow and Falchuk appeared together on her Goop podcast, in which they discussed challenges blending their families after marriage. They described opting not to live together for a period after the ceremony as a way to ease into their new dynamic. “One thing we did that was maybe a little bit different was, we got married and then didn't move in together for a year,” Falchuk said. “Would you have done the same thing this time? Again?” Paltrow added, noting they chose a gradual approach that ultimately proved more complicated than anticipated.
The couple, who will celebrate seven years of marriage on Monday, have two children each from previous relationships. Paltrow has Apple, 20, and Moses, 19, from her marriage to Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, while Falchuk shares Isabella, 20, and Brody, 18, with film producer Suzanne Bukinik. The recollection on air also touched on the dynamics of stepparenting and blending families, topics Paltrow described as demanding and deeply personal.
Paltrow reflected on the unique challenges of step-parenting, emphasizing the need for accountability, vulnerability, and an understanding of triggers. She recalled how her approach to motherhood evolved as she navigated the most delicate phases of integrating Falchuk’s children into her life. “In an ideal world, the relationship that you have your kids in works out, and your kids never have to experience divorce or blending families or anything like that,” she said. “But a lot of times, that's not the case.”
Falchuk spoke about the importance of giving all adults in the family room to maneuver and the role of mutual respect in creating stability for the children. He noted that the period of adjustment helped him and Paltrow understand what it means to be present for their blended family without rushing the process. The couple’s reflections come as they continue to balance high-profile projects with family life, a dynamic that has been central to their public narrative since their 2018 Hamptons wedding.
The discussion also highlighted how personal experiences shaped their approach to parenting. Paltrow described the lessons she learned from her stepchildren as foundational to her sense of motherhood, including the idea that warmth and consistency can help bridge gaps between blended families. She likened her role to a steady, sun-like presence, one that provides support and stability without demanding verification in return.
As they move forward, the duo remains active publicly and professionally, with Paltrow continuing to build on her Goop platform and Falchuk contributing to various television and film projects. The Milan outing and the recent podcast conversation offer a glimpse into the couple’s ongoing efforts to navigate a blended family life under the public gaze, while also marking a personal milestone on the calendar.