Despite Their Split Jason Momoa Took Christmas Tree to Lisa Bonet — They Spent Vacation Together for Their Kids
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Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet were together for 16 years and married for five.
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Despite the separation, they remain good friends for the sake of their love but also for their children.
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Momoa made sure that Bonet had a Christmas tree and personally delivered it.
Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet have an unconventional love story. When they first met at a jazz club through mutual friends, Bonet could not have guessed that she had been Momoa's boyhood crush. At eight years old, Momoa fell for the beautiful star of "The Cosby Show."
The two stars got together in 2005 and began a family, having daughter Lola Momoa in 2007 and Nakoa-Wolf Momoa a year later. The "A Different World" actress had a daughter Zoë, 34, from her first marriage to Lenny Kravitz. Then Momoa and Bonet decided to make things official, getting married in October 2017.
Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet at the World Premiere of "See" at Fox Village Theater on October 21, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
The Break-up
Fans and stans were shocked and heartbroken to learn that Momoa and Bonet split up in January 2022. Rumors of reconciliation persisted even after the couple released a joint statement announcing their separation. Even though they were parting ways, the statement stated:
“The love between us carries on, evolving in ways it wishes to be known and lived. ”
Though some sources claimed the "Aquaman" actor had moved back in because Bonet was the only woman he had ever loved, time proved the separation to be a fact. The two seem to have moved on with their personal lives while maintaining their friendship.
Lisa Bonet and Jason Momoa at the 91st Annual Academy Awards at Hollywood and Highland on February 24, 2019 in Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images
Bonet and Momoa are dedicated and cooperative parents to their children. They still hang out when Momoa happens to be in Los Angeles. The "Justice League" star is handy and comes over to fix things around Bonet's house, just like when they were together.
In keeping with their joint statement, Momoa and Bonet continue to carry themselves with dignity and respect.
Momoa remains close with his stepdaughter, actress Zoë Kravitz, cheering her on as he makes strides in her career. He established a rapport with Zoë's rock star dad when he got together with Bonet. They have been the shining example of an eclectic, blended family.
Lisa Bonet and Jason Momoa arrive at the premiere of "Divergent" at The Regency Bruin Theater in Westwood. | Source: Getty Images
Super Dad
Though he and Bonet are no longer romantic partners, the "Dune" actor is a solid family man though he initially doubted his ability to be a good father to his children. Sharing his thoughts at the time, Momoa said:
“I didn’t know what it takes to be a dad.’”
Momoa was born on August 1, 1979, to photographer Coni Lemke and painter Joseph Momoa in Honolulu, Hawaii. His parents separated when he was young, and he and his mom moved to Norwalk, Iowa, where the actor grew up.
Jason Momoa and his children Lola Momoa and Nakoa-Wolf Momoa at "The Batman" world premiere at Josie Robertson Plaza in New York, March 1, 2022. | Source: Getty Images
Though he periodically visited his dad in Hawaii, the "Baywatch" actor missed the steadying presence of a constant father figure. He suffered rejection from both sides of his family because of his mixed heritage and divergent interests. Being different attracted a lot of playground beatdowns.
Momoa has found a way to balance of masculinity and vulnerability, making him a great dad and every girl's fantasy.
His childhood influenced the "Game of Thrones" star to approach parenting differently. He is much more interested in raising Lola and Nakoa-Wolf to express their emotions and opinions freely than in being an authority figure.
Momoa wants his children to learn to grow from their mistakes, have self-confidence, and be assured of his love and support as their dad. He makes sure to discipline them in a gentle and understanding way. Speaking about being a father to his son, Momoa said:
"I mean, I’m a warrior but I’m also the first one to say, ‘I have a lot of problems, and I want to be able to correct those problems."
His outlook on fatherhood morphed from fear to passion, and the "Slumberland" actor became a more focused person. He makes more of an effort to care for himself so that he can be there for his kids as long as possible.
Bonet complimented Momoa for being a great dad, saying that he skillfully merged leadership, tough love, indulgence, charm, and energy. This was a refreshing departure from her own relationship with her father and a privilege for her children to experience.
Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet will always be bound by the love they once shared and the family they have built.
Momoa has found a way to balance of masculinity and vulnerability, making him a great dad and every girl's fantasy boyfriend. His long hair, good looks, and wicked sense of humor also add to his heart-throb status.
The former lovers are still the closest of friends. Theirs is proving to be an amicable, even pleasant separation. In keeping with their joint statement, Momoa and Bonet continue to carry themselves with dignity and respect. Speaking of their imminent divorce, a source close to the family said:
“It’s not going to be some scandalous divorce where they trash-talk each other.”
Momoa was spotted lashing a large Spruce tree to his truckbed and taking it to Bonet's home in Malibu. They spent part of December with their children, sharing the tasks necessary to make a memorable Christmas.
Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet will always be bound by the love they once shared and the family they have built. As they free each other to pursue new loves and experiences, they are still setting a good example for Lola, Naoka-Wolf, and Zoë.